Discover how to embark on a successful marathon training with ASICS Target 26.2 coach Steve Smythe. We talked to marathon expert Steve for the lowdown on setting targets, tackling the first few weeks of training - and when you should start racing
Discover the secrets of success when it comes to the second half of marathon training, with ASICS Target 26.2 coach Sam Murphy. We talked to expert coach Sam to find out more about handling high mileage, the taper and race day tactics.Just press
Q Im a 53-year-old male who races all distances from 5K to the marathon. I train six days a week: four hard sessions, two easy ones, plus a rest day. Do you think this is too much for someone of my age?A The real key to making any training
Q. In my time as a runner, Ive run seven marathons, and now I want to train for an ultra-distance trail run of 50K (just over 30 miles). How should I modify my marathon training to prepare for the longer race?A Assuming that your seven marathons
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
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
ProfileNAME: Pete KennedyAGE: 35GOAL: To get satisfaction from his running with limited time to trainHOW HE ACHIEVED IT: Concentrated on quality sessions, and got involved in non-standard eventsImagine this: You are granted an extra two hours in a
Q. When Alistair Brownlee's goggles were knocked off at the ITU event in Hyde Park last year he finished the swim without them. Is it worth training without goggles to prepare for this eventuality?A. The simple answer is 'be prepared', whatever your
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