of expert coaching and relaxing holiday, training camps are often held in inspiring locations, from Switzerland or Provence, France, to the Forest of Dean. It's much easier to pull on those trainers when your training runs are along forest trails or dramatic

, gradually get yourself used to the change by starting on a soft surface like grass or trails. If you'd feel more comfortable with company, why not team up with a friend? Get them to show you their favourite route, or join a club, which guarantees you

If you don't have a big race in your sights, it can be hard to stay focused. Challenge yourself, or join others with weekly, monthly or annual mileage targets. By setting yourself a mileage challenge you can combine the motivation of having a target