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Ask the Experts: Bikram Yoga for Runners Webchat
By on 11/05/2012 11:16:41
Catch the highlights from last Friday's lunchtime debate, when Olga Allon answered your questions about Bikram yoga - and how it can benefit your running - live in the forums
the knee-cap. If I widen my pose, it gets worse; if I maintain a more narrow set up with my legs, I can't feel the stretch and I feel a bit cheated, as it's such a great posture.Could this be due to running-related tightness in my hamstrings? What
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Essential Guide to Open-water Swimming
By on 18/11/2009 14:59:50
The idea of open-water swimming can be daunting, but once you get the hang of it, you'll wonder what all the fuss was about
to wear a wetsuit in your race, so now's the time to get used to it. Pull the armpits and groin right into your body to ensure the closest fit. The suit should feel very tight on dry land, and ease off a little in the water. Wetsuits tend to come off very
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Beat Wind Resistance
By on 18/11/2009 17:14:44
The air around you has much more of an effect on your time than you might think
the most air resistance, not your bike. Even something as simple as wearing tight-fitting clothing will make a difference. Consider anything that flaps in the wind as a set of unwanted brakes. Another free way of gaining a little speed is to remove anything
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Beat Wind Resistance
By on 09/02/2009 13:57:05
Ride faster, train less - how to become more aerodynamic on your bike (Feature - Triathlete's World Feb 09)
in undulating races. I can't afford a new aerodynamic bikeReducing drag needn't mean reducing your bank balance. Remember that your body meets the most air resistance, not your bike. Even something as simple as wearing tight-fitting clothing
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What's Hot On The Forum: Archive
By Runner's World on 17/09/2007 10:44:44
The RW forum is a huge beast, so each week we cream off the stuff that's getting you up and down (November 2007 - December 2007)
. - DW777I like a bit of The Who for running, no particular reason why. Also you can't beat a bit of Take That or other equally embarrassing cheesy pop! - LittlelawyerJoin the thread No thanks...DAILY STRETCHINGI seem to get seriously tight muscles
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The Seeds of Speed
By Owen Anderson on 01/11/2002 17:19:50
What really builds your speed? Here are the technical secrets of how to make your body work for you
percentage of VO2max, making them feel easier. When you improve your VO2max you can then increase race pace to match your usual race intensity (the percentage of VO2max). Because lactate-threshold velocity is tightly related to race speeds, improving your
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Best of the forum: Beginners
By Runner's World on 25/09/2003 18:46:04
Highlights and frequently asked questions from our Beginners forum
? what first?Shoes - decent trainers - help?Shoes - for heavy runnersShoes - how do I clean them?Shoes - too tight?SEE OUR FULL 'BEST OF THE GEAR FORUM' INDEX TRAINING FOR BEGINNERSChildren and your runningComplete beginner - all advice and goals welcome
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Session Three: 60 minutes
By Martha Schindler on 24/11/2003 17:45:02
Session Three: 60 minutes workout
right toe; grab each end of the band so that it’s tight. Pull your elbows up and back and squeeze your shoulder blades together; hold, then slowly lower your hands. (Works shoulders and upper back.)Standing Calf Raises Stand on a stair or wooden block
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The Holly & Mistletoe Christmas Frolic, Dec 14
By Fat Buddha on 17/12/2003 11:15:48
More fun, running and socialising at the latest Forumite gathering
on shorts and bare legs - most are in tights. Ratbag nearly doesn't start after attempting to fondle Spans' rear when she is bending over and coming close to having his lights punched out by a female rugby player (retired). Well, not everyone runs as MM
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The Great Forum Ironman Challenge
By Runner's World on 18/11/2004 14:16:37
July 2005, Zurich: 50 forumites. Many first-timers. One Ironman Triathlon. (That's a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile cycle and 26.2-mile run). Come and see the fun.
:20. But, he adds: "I've found a new sport and new friends so regardless of what happens on July 17th it's been a great, if sometimes challenging, experience." Read on...Iron ZillaHe's come to terms with his new-found love of tight lycra, but that
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