of training, Kerry Neale, Philippa Braidwood and Phil Wilson are still training and making great progress to boot. It hasn’t been a case of simply going out for a run after work, though: all three have agreed to completely reshape their lifestyles. Under

Kerry McCarthy is senior writer for Runner's World magazine. He has run 10 marathons, raced Usain Bolt and trained with Paula Radcliffe - but he hasn't been able to touch his toes since he was a child.Hello and welcome to our new Yoga for Runners

. Either way, progress steadily, and be realistic. If in doubt, it’s maybe best to start an easier schedule and move up as the weeks progress.One note: if your target is a race, it’s worth planning well in advance, as many races sell out early. Visit our

and track your progress.  GPS-enabled devices provide a sophisticated way to analyse training as they can also record pace, routes and gradient, using satellites.

the hamstrings, gluteals, calves, groin and quads in two sets of 30 seconds after exercise, and two sets of 7-10 seconds after a pre-speedwork warm-up jog. If you want to progress further and you have time in the week, try yoga, too.Strength training

the learning process, which is why all TI sessions use a level of video analysis to help you see exactly what you're doing in the water.8. It's easy to learn. It starts with simple movements and positions and progresses in small steps. You can master the basics

week and do two circuit sessions. A study in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise found that a mix of cardio and strength training offers the greatest reduction in body fat. You'll also hit new running targets and by the end of each plan, you

for achieving this. One runner who has realised this is Ross Preston. "Three years ago, my training just didn't seem be helping my running progress," says the 33-year-old from Devon, a Major in the Royal Marines and 3:20 marathon runner. "I'm a man of habit

great aid to motivation. The information you record is up to you, but normally includes training route, speed, distance, the weather and how you felt during and after the run. Some people also note what shoes they wore, their maximum heart-rate and how

the target higher).As you progress throughout the day a series of LED lights flash across the band from red through amber and finally to green, the closer to your target you get. You also get a reading of how many Fuel points you have scored every time you