or intervals; and enough memory to store the 42 kilometre splits of a marathon – if you decide to run one. You'll certainly find plenty of other functions: multi-segment countdown timers (to time efforts on speed sessions) and multiple alarms are common

and cord management system could make all the difference. This system takes getting used to. The iPod is stored in an internal pocket in the sleeve, which is perfectly shaped and has a button built in so you can control the iPod without looking. It doesn

into a grin of acceptance and sits up to allow for better pictures.Usain Bolt is back on message.From runner to world iconThe last time RW interviewed Usain Bolt, he had just broken the 100m world record for the first time (New York, May 2008), and did so

exercise physiologist David Martin. RW Coaching Editor Bruce Tulloh believes that it may be worth doing the extra few miles if you’re short on confidence, but that there’s no fundamental need for it. Either way, you should build up to your longest run

. Another energy bar for runners who want something that tastes like a sweet.Contact Boots stores nationwideHigh Five Energy Bar – £1.10Weight 65g; Calories 211; Carbs 48.7g; Protein 2g; Fat 0.9g; Fibre 3.1g.Main Ingredients Mixed dried fruits, oats

downpour. The fit could not have been better though – snug without being constrictive – and the jacket also came with an easily accessible key pocket on the rear hem and a separate wallet-sized pouch to store the jacket away in once the sun comes out

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the agonising Brathay 10 in 10 Challenge – 10 marathons in 10 consecutive days – as she attempted to become the first woman to have achieved this monumental feat.Many of you will already know Shades as an active, much-admired and long-standing RW forumite. You

shoe-buying with patience and an open mind, to a specialist running shop. Unfortunately, just because you like the look of a shoe and it fits, it doesn't mean it's the right one for you. Arm yourself with an up-to-date RW Shoe Guide, then head to a good

; by reducing the amount of running, you will be building up extra energy stores in your leg muscles, so that you should really feel like racing by the time the big day comes. In this schedule, you can arrange the days as you like, though try to have a rest