1. Super sprintThe shortest triathlon distance is all about speed, and brick sessions are important for building pace. "Recreate race conditions," says coach Simon Ward. "If you're doing the race in a pool you won't need a wetsuit, and you should
I started training for my 750m swim leg with a dangerous level of confidence. I had weekly swimming lessons throughout my childhood, topped off with lifesaving training (mostly swimming around in pyjamas staging elaborate 'rescues' of my clubmates
one of the devotees adding to the swelling compilation of poetry dedicated to the experience.With a new title and devilish tweaks to the course each year, this is one race that has been nurtured by its organisers ever since the first staging over 20
but with amazing scenery and an excellent atmosphere." RossPortsmouthReader Reviews | 2010 Race Details6. North Downs 30KWhere: Kent When: JuneFirst staged in July 1984, the North Downs Run is one of Kent's most enduring and popular running events, and not without
self-esteem is higher when we are running well. If you are building up for a big race in 12 weeks time, the best period for a training camp is in the third or fourth week, so that you can build on the increased fitness in later weeks. The fact that you
Here's how to race on the right foot from the people who learnt the hard wayStart SmallThe best way to approach racing is to start small. Whether youre planning to do your race as a one-off, or as the first step in a long running career, you
Closing soon: Brecon 10Closing SoonHurry, you won't be able to enter these races for much longer...Brecon 10 (Powys, August 5) One of Wales' most popular road races, offering glorious rural views over Pen y Fan, a testing (rather than torturous
should feel easy to start with, and getting your pace right at the start of the race will affect how strongly you finish. Starting off too fast uses your energy up too quickly and will slow you down in the latter stages. If you fuel up effectively
staging of the race."An absolutely fantastic race for everyone - this is definitely one to put on your to-do list and is an easier way of running the streets of London without having to enter the London Marathon. The scenery is fantastic and the spectators
(Warwickshire, March 7) Give this new addition to the racing calendar a try - its flat rural road course might just be among the flattest you'll encounter this year. Wright Hassall Leamington Regency 10K, April 5 Filling Up Fast…Wright Hassall