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Cuban Trail Marathon
By Steven Seaton on 06/05/2009 10:58:12
RW battles cowboys, cattle and tremendous climbs at the Cuban Trail Marathon, where PBs were the last thing on runners' minds
of club mates from Bearbrook Joggers in Aylesbury.Revolutionary SpiritFar removed from the tourist-focused world that Havana is fast becoming, the Sierra Maestra offers a completely different but probably more authentic view of Cuba. It's a place where
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Five Common Swimming Mistakes - And How to Fix Them
By Nicola Joyce on 29/10/2010 15:54:26
Elite swimming coach Bill Furniss identifies five common swimming mistakes - and how to overcome them
and wasted no time in asking him exactly how each and every one of us can make big improvements in the pool or open water. Now a Speedo coach, Furniss has coached elite swimmers at Olympic, World, European and Commonwealth level. We asked him to identify
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My Marathon Challenge
By Carolyn McAlpine on 05/05/2011 23:19:05
In a moment of madness I bet my dad I would run the London Marathon. After he passed away I knew I would have to do it.
was an experience I will never forget. The first half was amazing: I met my mum, aunt and sister (who had travelled down to London with me to be my cheering squad) at mile 13 and I literally felt like I was on top of the world. The atmosphere was amazing, the crowd
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Open Water: Panic Attacks (Preview)
By Jacqueline Wood on 09/05/2011 10:00:00
If you have concerns about swimming in open water - dark, cold, deep open water - you're not alone
problem. I'd think: will anyone notice or bother to help, or find out who I am, if I panic? And then, of course, that thought would set off a panic attack. All this from someone who'd travelled the world in her 20s with just a backpack for company. I
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Open Water: Panic Attacks
By Jacqueline Wood on 09/05/2011 10:00:00
If you have concerns about swimming in open water – dark, cold, deep open water – you’re not alone
unaccompanied. Even a trip to the shopping centre was a problem. I'd think: will anyone notice or bother to help, or find out who I am, if I panic? And then, of course, that thought would set off a panic attack. All this from someone who'd travelled
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Triathlon Glossary
By on 10/07/2008 10:58:07
Learn how to talk tri with our beginner's guide to the most commonly used lingo in the world of triathlon
.Pull - Take a pulll Taking a turn to lead, allowing those behind to draft you and follow your pace.Q QR Quick release lever that allows bike wheels to be easily removed and replaced for travel.R Rider positionWind resistance makes a big difference
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Christmas Gift Guide 2008
By Runner's World on 09/12/2008 09:17:07
Whether your budget is £2 or £200, find the perfect present for the runner in your life in our Christmas gift guide (of course, you could print it out, highlight what you want and leave it somewhere strategic too...).
. Good for: relief from knots and niggles Montane Featherlite Marathon Jacket, from £40 www.montane.co.uk Billed as the world’s lightest running jacket, the Featherlite Marathon Jacket is a 98 per cent breathable, wind
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The Effect Of Ageing On Endurance
By Christie Aschwanden on 21/08/2009 09:10:50
Are you too old - or too young - to run your best marathon? To find out, we asked top scientists, coaches and elite athletes about the impact of ageing on endurance. Their answers might pleasantly surprise you
of the age spectrum, the GB women's team was led by Mara Yamauchi (now 36) and Liz Yelling (now 34), while ‘old-timers' and world-record holders Paula Radcliffe (now 35) and Haile Gebrselassie (now 36) show no signs of slowing down. Impressive results from
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Top Tips for Race Day
By on 18/11/2009 13:48:14
Whether you aim to win, set a personal best or simply finish, these expert tips will help you perform at your best on race day
slowly into the bloodstream - eat it at least three hours before the race," says Schenker. Bananas are the nutritional equivalent of football's magic sponge - that's why the likes of tennis world number one Rafael Nadal munch on them at every opportunity
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Turn Disaster Into Triumph
By Amy Swan on 31/03/2010 15:59:08
At the time, a DNF or DNS can seem like the worst day of your life. It really isn't but you still have to deal with the disappointment and focus on the next challenge
Picture the scene: after 10 hard years of racing and training, you make a triathlon breakthrough by qualifying for the ITU World Championships. You're one of the finest triathletes in the country, winning the right to join Team GB.So you fine
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