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Winding Down - One Week To Go
By Bob Cooper on 20/04/2010 10:00:06
Everything you need to know and do the week before your marathon
this week. Almost all running should be at one and a half to two minutes per mile slower than marathon goal pace - except a Tuesday two-miler at marathon goal pace, sandwiched by one-mile jogs. Again, if you want, throw in some quick 100-metre strides after
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Winding Down - Two Weeks To Go
By Bob Cooper on 12/04/2009 11:43:21
Everything you need to know and do two weeks before a marathon
. “This follows the rule of specificity - simulating as closely as possible what you hope to do in competition.” It’s also fine to throw in a few 100-metre strides after one or two work-outs just to help you stay smooth and loose.Weekday short runs should
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Winding Down - Three Weeks To Go
By Bob Cooper on 06/04/2009 17:12:05
Everything you need to know and do in the three weeks leading up to your marathon
out. A good guideline is that if the pain forces you to alter your stride, drop out so you don’t develop a long-term injury.A side stitch strikesAs excruciating as these can be, plan to keep on running, because most stitches vanish within a couple
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Running Rules Revisited
By Bob Cooper on 25/09/2009 17:21:50
Some coaches, scientists and other experts are challenging conventional thinking. Could their uncommon wisdom work for you?
ones have gym memberships because their stride is out of line. Those who do nothing but run have pure symmetry because they have only strengthened the muscles needed for running." Should you try it? Strength training offers many benefits – like better
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Month Of Fundays
By Bob Cooper on 06/03/2009 11:04:29
Your hardest four weeks of marathon training will certainly be rewarding, but they can be enjoyable too
-mileage training – maybe you're attempting your longest race ever this spring – here are some essentials to keep in mind.Shorten your stride When it comes to form, the most common mistake distance runners make, especially beginners, is they overstride. This tires
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