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Building Bricks
By Ruth Emmett on 03/08/2010 15:23:39
Become a better runner by jumping on the saddle and heading for the pool
than your usual workout, these combine running with cycling or swimming. After your usual warm-up, hit the bike, pool or stationary cycle for a pre-run session to ramp up your workload and reap the rewards.If you want to... Work your whole body Build
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Essential Guide to Children's Running
By Sam Murphy on 25/05/2011 16:53:10
We've covered all the bases - from the best shoes to healthy limits
statement.They are having funThey want to runThey set the paceThey take walking breaks when tiredThey do other physical activities, for example, cycling, dancing, playing football or swimmingThey can let go. In other words, if you want to run on your own, it
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Reader To Reader: I Want to Try a Tri
By Jane Hoskyn on 27/01/2007 11:18:00
One reader fancies having a go at a triathlon, but wants advice on kit and training. Here's what you suggested
Triathlon events have grown fast in popularity over the last couple of years, and this week's questioner is just one of many RW members thinking of giving the run/bike/swim thing a whirl..."I am a plodder (mainly 2-hour half marathons; FLM last year
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Q+A: Will a triathlon weaken my running?
By George Gandy on 10/09/2000 18:25:37
Our experts answer real-life questions
Q I’m 22 years old, with PBs from 16:49 for 5K to 1:16 for the half-marathon. My running is going well, but I’d love to try my local triathlon in August. I already swim and circuit train – my only fear is that replacing some of my training
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In For The Long Haul: Ironman Training (Preview)
By Chris Goodfellow on 04/08/2009 11:35:20
There are few events that will test you as much as an Ironman. It's an enormous undertaking, but with the right preparation, and by following the advice from our experts, you can do it (non-subscriber preview)
Photo by: Bakke-Svensson/Ironman An Ironman triathlon is an emotional experience. The physical and mental challenge presented by the event (2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike and 26.2-mile run) slowly removes the layers
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Q+A: How can I get motivated after retirement?
By Bud Baldaro on 09/09/2000 10:02:10
Our experts answer real-life questions
commitments. And experiment with cross-training. If you give cycling and swimming a go you could progress to trying a triathlon. But above all, dont waste precious years and then regret it later. Bud Baldaro, coach and RW Contributing Editor
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Q+A: Will spinning classes help my running?
By Hal Higdon on 10/09/2000 12:33:04
Our experts answer real-life questions
way as, say, a gentle swim. One mistake that runners tend to make when they jump on a bike on their easy days is to crank the resistance up on the exercise bike, or push a difficult big gear on the outdoor bike. Doing this, they end up training
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Reader To Reader: Cross-Training for Core Strength
By Jane Hoskyn on 17/12/2006 12:17:38
What sort of cross-training is best for boosting core strength? Here's what you thought
way? My new year's resolution might be to go swimming twice a week. Is that enough to strengthen my top half, or should I brave the gym?"– MightyfishYour best answers...If your upper body is getting tired, perhaps your running posture is wrong. Either
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Q+A: I get sore if I increase my training. Help!
By Bud Baldaro on 09/09/2002 17:45:51
Our experts answer real-life questions
reduce those muscle aches. On those days where you do feel sore, but you still want to exercise, consider cross-training. Low-impact sports, such as cycling and swimming, work different muscles from running, but will still help your endurance. Something
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Q+A: Marathon training is slowing my other times..
By Bud Baldaro on 09/09/2002 17:45:51
Our experts answer real-life questions
on your bike, go swimming or head to the gym. Use different muscles from the ones youve been training for the marathon thatll give the others time to recover. Once your marathon is out of the way and youre fully recovered, why not set a completely
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