Olympic marathon, we got the inside track from Scott himself.Four years ago I was only seven seconds off the qualifying time for the 5,000m at the Beijing Olympics, so I did hope I could improve on that and run the qualifying time for the 5,000m or 10,000m
contracted meningitis at the age of five. Nowadays running is the only sport on the agenda for the 100m sprinter, whose sights are firmly set on London 2012.How were you talent spotted?I went to London just over a year ago for a talent day organised
altogether - and kept it off - using a combination of running and a healthy diet.Sticking to a weight loss goal isn't easy but with perseverance you can succeed. Researchers at the University of Hertfordshire in a year's study of 3,000 people who set
to win the long-distance double at the Europeans, Mo brought his season to an even more dramatic close when he achieved his dream to become the 5,000m British record holder. At the Diamond League meeting in Zurich, Farah's 12:57.94 run saw him clock a
, then this super friendly point-to-point race could be the perfect event to kick off your running calendar. Starting at the pretty village of Chiddingly this race meanders through quiet countryside roads to the quaint village of East Hoathly. Expect a large flag
-loss.If you notice that your early morning or lunchtime runs are causing hunger pangs throughout the day, it might be time to reconsider your refuelling strategy. Our panel of five weight-loss runners reveal how they discovered healthy treats to help reap
The Skeleton Run 5 (Leicestershire, October 29)As darkness sets, grab a costume and join a band of fearless runners and nordic walkers for a thrilling Halloween race. The hilly trails of Beacon Hill Country Park offer the perfect racing grounds
Introducing the comeback kid: Mark Lewis-Francis. After a year off due to Achilles injuries, the former 100m World Junior Champion was close to giving up running. Then along came new coach Linford Christie, new sponsor Puma and a renewed love
cent of new female athletes have low iron levels.Why is iron important for running?Iron is important because the body uses it to create haemoglobin - the protein in your blood that carries oxygen. "This is obviously important for athletes because
Valley stadium, before getting an exclusive sprint masterclass on the indoor track.Our interview with Richard will soon follow on the site – needless to say he’s a role model for runners everywhere. His is a rare running talent, excelling over distances