other distractions. Enter online.King Alfred's Torment 7 (Wiltshire, September 18)Become running royalty after conquering this hilly trail race along Somerset-Wiltshire border. Go on the rampage through woods and grasslands, with stunning views of the 18

the worst winter for some years I trained. Through snow, rain and hail in freezing temperatures I ran the Monsal Trail to my office most days and then at the weekends hit the Peak District routes where I now live and work.The London Marathon came first

sports drink or a piece of fruit Consume during: Water (if necessary) Consume post-run: 300ml reduced-fat chocolate milk, or 170ml yoghurt with 15g high-fibre cereal60+ Minute run Consume pre-run: 45g cereal with 230ml skimmed milk, or 20g trail mix