: April 26Madrid’s most important athletic event has seen around 200,000 runners attempt to complete the 42.2K run within the six-hour time limit, but only 120,000 have been successful to date – it is without a doubt survival of the fittest. The well-supported

supporters. Race website: www.maratonadiroma.itStramilano Half-Marathon (April)2009 Date: April 5The Stramilano Half in the northern Italian city of Milan is one of the world’s biggest half-marathons as well as an event dedicated to sport, health, solidarity

community. So show your support by joining the hundreds of other runners in London’s Victoria Park for this three-lap traffic-free race. But don’t hang around, the race limit is likely to be reached well in advance.Race organisers are hoping to raise

Trevor Prior, consultant podiatric surgeon at Homerton University Hospital in London (www.premierpodiatry.com). "However, as the support and cushioning are likely to be lost as well, they could lead to more significant injuries such as plantar fasciitis

In New York City for the annual Runner's World Shoe Conference, Alison Hamlett enjoys some quality time with running legend Haile Gebrselassie ahead of his 'big apple' debut.Q. You're 37. Why has it taken you this long to run the NYCM?A. After I

the world but it's the Brits who have made the race their own and are now the most represented nationality. The MdS - as it's known  - has become a rite of passage for British runners who want to explore the scary territory of a self-supported stage race

the impression that all triathletes are Ironmen but when I turn up to one of the groups, not looking like a superhuman triathlete, it helps people to understand that anyone can have a go."Support for Harmston's project has come from both groups and individuals

Novice triathletes soon realise that the best way to save time in transition is to limit kit changes. You need kit you can wear under your wetsuit for the swim, that offers protection and support for the bike leg and doesn’t encumber you on the run

to your muscles more efficiently. This fires them up but also removes metabolic waste to keep the muscles healthy.RestSince, on average, you spend a third of your life in bed, a decent mattress is a must. Your bed needs to give you cushioning and support

help:Trunk Curl-UpThis provides full support for the back while isolating and strengthening the abdominal muscles. Lie on your back and place your feet up on a chair, with your hips and knees bent at 90-degree angles. Curl up slowly, six to 12 inches