Getty ImagesIf you’re one of the 50,000 runners gearing up to pound the streets of Newcastle on September 20 then this page is just for you! From the perfect two-week taper to nipping race-morning nerves in the bud, trouble-free transport

Max was a drug addict for 17 years, but her story of how she changed her life through running makes her the inaugural winner of our Inspired To Run competition.WHY DO I RUN?"When I was 14 I took my first line of cocaine. At 15 I added marijuana

The Runner's World 'Guide to Running' is a 324-page mine of information, packed with no-nonsense advice on every aspect of running. Drawing on Runner's World's wide base of coaching, nutrition, medical and sports science experts – and real

Ron Hill doesn't have to think about running today. It's a given; he's going to do it. After 38 years of running every day without a break (which through to the beginning of December 2002 amounted to 13,880 consecutive days) he's not about

number of psychological disciplines based at five UK universities. It is funded by a grant from the UK's Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), worth £2.1m over four years (Nov 2008 to Oct 2012).Who is Andy Lane?Andy Lane is a professor of Sport

World, in partnership with New Balance, is once again searching for the UK’s best running club. Last year we presented Poole Runners with our inaugural award in celebration of the club’s all-round excellence. Poole Runners is everything a great club

it for an adventure race – hip pockets are perfect for stashing gels and food.Contact 01539 740840; www.lowealpine.comSalomon Fastrack 200 – £35At 20 litres, the Fastrack 200 will provide ample packing space for most running commuters. You’ll have little trouble

by the crowds and the runners.2 Nike 10K, London, SeptemberWith so many new runners out for a great day, this really is as much a friendly ‘social gathering’ as a full-on race.3 Bupa Great North Run, Newcastle, SeptemberIt’s the world’s biggest half-marathon, so

Thank you for entering the Runner's World 20-Mile training run at 9:00am, Sunday 9 March 2003. NB No pre-run registration is required.Travel/LocationMeet at Wyndley Leisure Centre, Clifton Road, Sutton Coldfield, B73 6EB8.30 for a 9am start. Map

Transport to the race start and from the finishPost-race analysis with the RUNNER'S WORLD staffCelebrity dinnerPrices from £129 to £199 How to bookTelephone 0191-293 6592 to book or for more information; or visit Nirvana Europe for details.