Wanted: Coaching team. Must include running coach, sport psychologist, physiotherapist, nutritionist and doctor.What runner hasn't wished for a chance to work with a team of experts who can answer all their questions, tell them what to do, maybe

to help others and loved running. Seven miles later, however, something went horribly wrong.It should have been the best of times for Lucero. The previous week she had defended her doctoral dissertation to become, in effect, Dr Cynthia Lucero

, such as an exercise bike.Remember that you're pregnant Don't ignore symptoms which may indicate a serious problem. For instance, persistent, localised pain or vaginal bleeding during or after a run is not normal. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience

Grounds for coffee consumptionAs frequently happens with nutrition news, the pendulum then swung back in caffeine's favour. An April 2006 Journal of Sports Science study found caffeine had a positive impact on the performance of male distance runners. A group

and contradictory country, where vintage American cars compete for road space with Ladas, where you can get a Mojito in every bar but find it hard to eat a decent meal, and where taxi drivers and tour guides are better paid than teachers and doctors. Those

efficient at absorbing nutrients from food. People with malabsorption conditions, such as the intestinal condition coeliac disease, may also benefit from supplements. However, you should consult your doctor before making any decisions about supplements

a few triathlons way back in the mid-1980s. There was just one problem: they hit the wall when they added cycling and swimming to their running. The demands of three-sport training were too much, so they cut back their running from six days a week

enough sport. There's only one thing that's bothering you: if running's so simple, why do you have so many questions? You're not alone.Every beginner worries about how to get started and has a lot to ask - about how to get motivated, what to eat, how

uphill, but running uphill all the time isn't really an option! I've seen two physios and a sports doctor, and all have suggested various abdominal/core strength exercises. They think it's perhaps a tight psoas or abdominal muscle, and have tried manually

find that your technique and confidence have improved dramatically.Spin doctorIf you're more of a landlubber than a water baby, hire a bike and invite the family for a spin. If you feel they're holding you up, there are various techniques you can use