. Training at the right pace can provide the repetition needed to sustain your goal pace - and build confidence.Pace Plan Before your next race, McMillan suggests measuring a loop that's half to three-quarters of the distance of your event and practise
in the months before the race. Look at the training paces in the Measuring your effort section on the next page - this can can provide the repetition needed to sustain your goal pace - and build confidence.Pace PlanBefore your next race, McMillan suggests
Whether you want to run a mile without stopping or train for London, it's best to follow a plan that capitalises on what you do best. If endurance is your thing, find a plan that focuses more on mileage and tempo runs and less on interval training
to London for the Marathon in April when the ash cloud descended. I have had a couple of niggles when I've had to cross train for a few days, but that's quite normal. It's rare that I'll manage every single run I had planned. I think it's unlikely I'll run a
running", "I plan to focus on running efficiently" or "I plan to think about my positive characteristics". Again, the runners referred to these in the morning and before training. Study subjects said: "Three-quarters of the way through, I thought I
your running. There's everything from choosing the right shoe for you, how to feed your body to fuel your run to tricking your mind to break through mental barriers and even running for weight-loss.You'll find easy-to-follow training plans, nutrition
Q My road race performances have remained at a similar standard during the past couple of years, and I feel that Im training pretty aimlessly. How can I change my training programme to get a good result this year?A I recommend you focus on one
PB Hunter - AlexTarget: Sub 3 hoursCoach: Steve SmytheMarathon PB: 3.06.10 (London 2008)Schedule: See Alex's training scheduleFollow in the forum: A.W Strengths: "Dedication to my training and the determination to finally put all the pieces together
Q I often read how elite athletes train twice a day, and its got me wondering whether double sessions can benefit us mere mortals. Is it a good idea?A Provided that you are not already doing additional cross-training, running twice a day can
it with a friend or a running group. (This holds especially true for speedwork, which is fast, demanding running alternated with slow jogs or rests.) Finding some company is the first step. The second step is to decide on an achievable training plan
