toenails. Decent running shoes have a balance of cushioning and support. There are essentially three types of shoe for the average runner: cushioning, stability and motion-control, and the wet foot test is a good way to find out what type you'll need. Put
-friendly package". Best Shoe Asics Gel Kayano 15Asics' flagship stability shoe won the Editor's Choice award in our most recent Shoe Guide in March. It offers an exceptional fit and superb cushioning, while the new off-centre lacing pattern that follows
with shoes that support women's unique biomechanics. Women are more likely to overpronate, have a narrower heel than men and usually weigh less than men, which usually translates to stability shoes with less cushioning, a narrower sole and flexible forefoot
the carb-loading low-down with these simple dos and don'ts.Rest and RecoveryBecome a better runner even after you've pulled off your trainers with these quick and easy recovery tips.Core StabilityA strong core will make you fitter and faster, as well
weight on it and return to the starting position. Do 10 to 12 repetitions then repeat with your right leg.For ankle stability - Pillow Balancing Remove your shoes, place a pillow on the floor and balance on it on one foot for 30 seconds. Switch feet
misaligned pelvis, via iliotibial band sydrome and blackened toenails. Decent running shoes have a balance of cushioning and support. There are essentially three types of shoe for the average runner: cushioning, stability and motion-control, and the wet foot
couple of months. Take it gradually, and definitely do some core stability and pelvic floor exercises. Don't expect to be anywhere near your pre-pregnancy fitness. – Jayne EcottYou know your body better than your midwife doesThe key thing is to do what
of exercises you can do at home without any special equipment, and a lot more that you can do if you invest in a gym ball and some dumb-bells. But the best form of running-specific core training is probably to put on a pair of fell-shoes and gallop up and down
in shoes with lots of cushioning to protect your joints and motion-control features to correct your gait. Uncommon Wisdom: The less cushioning and fewer stability features in a shoe, the better, because they only impede the connection between feet
of their bodies will ache after the finish," he says. "That tells you that even if you do your planks and all the core stability work you could imagine, you will not be able to condition yourself adequately enough for it." One of the greatest challenges of cross
