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RW's 60-Second Guides: Marathon Running
By Runner's World on 08/12/2005 17:24:12
A handle on training for the big one, for the time-pressed
of finishing training (if you can’t face a tuna sandwich, try a sports recovery drink), and brave the discomfort of cold baths and sport massage.If illness or injury interrupts your training, don’t play catch-up. If you’ve missed four weeks or more in the last
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Pocket Race Guide – Coastal Races
By on 12/05/2011 12:27:31
Head to the seaside for a scenic sprint this summer
-organised event includes chip-timing, free sports massage, a goody bag and a technical T-shirt. There's also a very full prize pot across a wide range of age categories to add an extra incentive to get those feet flying. Enter online now.
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60-Second Guide: Rest and Recovery
By Alice Palmer on 23/02/2009 15:26:35
Become a better runner even after you've pulled off your trainers with these quick and easy recovery tips
- otherwise, you run the risk of damaging muscles already taxed by a tough workout. A light sports massage and/or wearing compression clothing (brands like Skins, 2XU and Under Armour) can also boost blood flow and help expel lactic acid.Consider following a
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Best of Gear
By Runner's World on 15/08/2003 12:38:40
Highlights and frequently asked questions from our Gear forum - plus RW gear test reports
Head torches - any ideas?Running log software - any tips?Training logs - PC and paper SPORTS NUTRITIONRW TEST REPORT - Behind The Bars (17 Energy Bars) - Apr 03 ACCESSORIESInjury/strengtheningNose strips - do they work?Powerbreathe - anyone tried one
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Speed: what really works?
By Runner's World on 30/05/2006 17:50:30
With so many speedwork options, how can you get the best return from your effort?
and spend six hours in an ice bath; (B) Run 100 miles a week and accompany it with six hours of sports massage at £50 an hour; or (C) Run 50 miles a week and have plenty of time for The Apprentice.Here's the twist: scientists don't know for sure whether A
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Runner's Relief: How To Fix Mid-Run Troubles
By Beth Dreher on 15/06/2009 08:12:28
How to beat pounding headaches, sudden allergy attacks and other woes that can strike on the road
, with this tension transferring to the head and face," says Greg Whyte, from the Research Institute for Sport and Exercise Science at Liverpool John Moores University. The fix: Warm up your neck and upper back with self-massage, as well as doing neck and shoulder
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Speed: what really works? (Preview)
By Runner's World on 30/05/2006 18:06:51
With so many speedwork options, how can you get the best return for your effort? (Non-subscriber preview)
and spend six hours in an ice bath; (B) Run 100 miles a week and accompany it with six hours of sports massage at £50 an hour; or (C) Run 50 miles a week and have plenty of time for The Apprentice.Here's the twist: scientists don't know for sure whether A
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Injury-proof your body: Thighs & Hips (Preview)
By Ted Spiker on 08/06/2007 11:28:18
The powerhouse muscles of our hips and thighs drive us forward, ensure we land safely and help keep our knees and feet in good working order. Here's how to make sure they stay healthy (non-subscriber preview)
, strengthening and massaging them, they still won’t necessarily be complaint-free. That’s because the source of thigh issues is often not in the legs at all. You have to go higher. "Many thigh injuries can be traced back to weak hip muscles, such as the gluteals
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Pocket Race Guide: Autumn Leaves
By on 14/10/2011 11:00:57
Enjoy the rosy hues of autumn with these tree-lined chases
, this could be the race for you. Tick off the Old Deer Park, Kew Gardens and soak up Thames views, as your legs push hard for a PB on this flat and fast circuit. Slick organisation and a raft of race perks from chip-timing to sports massages should ensure you
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What's The Damage? (Preview)
By Roy Stevenson on 09/08/2010 14:38:23
Unless you’re a very lucky or very resilient triathlete you will suffer an injury at some point. The question is how to deal with it when it happens.
Hands up if you've never been injured. If your hand is in the air, you're in the lucky minority of triathletes who have never had to take time off training to recover from a sore calf, aching shoulder or throbbing knee.Triathlon is a great sport
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