It might seem like gender isn't a big deal in the world of running. But even though men and women line up in the same races, with similar kit and an identical will to win, being a female runner can be a little different. Women have a different
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. Getting StartedTeaming up with other runners is the best way to dip your toe in if you’re completely new to off-road running. The Fell Running Association website has links to clubs across the country – contact a local group for a network of people ready
like the social pressure of knowing that a friend or a group is waiting for you to make you head out the door. It's also often more fun than running alone, especially if you're doing a long run or speedwork.Try something newThe fitness world is full
for neither runner nor general pedestrian. There’s the 'lets just stop suddenly' brigade who want to either admire a particularly inspiring building (usually M&S) or look at a map. There are also the gangs of girly teenagers and gangly boys who amble down
the time I say I’m working? Can I really not get up any earlier? Do I have to potter around the shops during my lunch hour? Between one o’clock and two the RUNNER’S WORLD office is deserted, as most days we use our lunch hour to run. Once we’re back
’s taken me a while to recover but a couple of friends have done half-marathons and that has given me the motivation to start taking running more seriously. I only started running again about four months ago." "I came across the Runner’s World website after
in on the bike! And if you can do 'gym' stuff then working on glutes is often overlooked by many runners, exercises such as lunges, squats and 'good mornings' are helpful. You do just have to get on with it though… Nick L Use this time to work on your core
Join the thread Strike A Pose I’ve read that most long distance runners use a flat foot strike, but since heard that it’s better to go heel to toe. I usually like to land with my entire foot on the ground.Is there a definitive answer? Sheryl Smith 2
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