The Great British Summer™: without a doubt the best time of year to lace up and hit the ground running. But whether we’re treated to the full three-month quota of summer (no chance), or four straight days in July and a Sunday afternoon in August

This week the Runner’s World team were delighted to be invited to a pre-screening of this summer’s most hotly anticipated Brit flick: Fast Girls.It’s been far too long since we flopped on the sofa to watch a good athletics film. Chariots of Fire

Combine sweet roasted shallots with seasonal beetroot and puy lentils for an irresistible summer salad.Preparation time: 40 minutesServes: 4 For the salad 12 shallots, peeled (If large, cut in half) 2 tbsp rapeseed oil sea salt and freshly ground

Ingredients (serves 4)• 1 litre chicken or vegetable stock• 100g butter• 1 large onion• 1 bay leaf• 350g Arborio or Carnaroli risotto rice• 200ml dry white wine such as Verdicchio• 100g goats’ cheese – diced, plus four slices of goat's cheese for grilling• 100g sundried tomatoes ...

Seaford Half-Marathon (East Sussex, June 5)Discover the coastline of the South Downs in this off-road adventure. Follow a circular route around Seaford taking in Cuckmere Valley, the charming village of Alfriston and views of the famous Weald. It's well worth getting in some hill...

To help you flash a little more leg we've put together a selection of some of the best shorts on the market.Brooks Element Notch – £22Silky shell and super-soft lining. A longer cut means that they aren't too revealing. (Men's + Women's) Contact www.brooksrunning.co.uk; 01903 817...

Quinoa is a complete protein source, bringing essential amino acids, as well as magnesium, iron and fibre to the table. The pomegranate packs in more antioxidants than a cup of green tea, and the feta is rammed full of calcium.Serves: 4Preparation time: 20 minutesCooking time: up...

Get a delicious shot of bone-boosting vitamins and minerals with this warm green bean, halloumi and potato salad. Healthy bones make for strong joints and flexible muscles: your ticket to avoiding injury and running strong well into your later years.Preparation: 25 minsServes: 42...

Ingredients (serves 4)4 chicken breasts5 tbsp olive oil2 tsp cumin seeds, finely ground2 garlic cloves, crushedSalt and freshly ground black pepper400g wild rice, or white and wild rice mixed500g cooked beetroot, chopped into chunks1 bunch spring onions, finely sliced1 small bunc...

When you go on holiday, you'll no doubt want to take your training with you. After all, you are off to enjoy yourself. However, this will often mean running in conditions that can affect your heart rate quite dramatically, both at rest and on the run. As long as you expect this, ...