London Marathon. Tick. Great North Run. Tick. You’ve crossed off some classic British races from your to-do list but there’s a whole world waiting out there for your next racing kick. Whether you fancy soaking up the amazing atmosphere of New
women a quirk that should be ironed out as the race welcomes runners from all over Europe.Website www.marathon.lvEstoniaEstonia boasts all kinds of sporting events to tempt the competitive traveller, from firefighting competitions to kiiking, where
your have any idea why this happens?A When you exercise hard there is increased bloodflow in the active tissues. For short exercises this affects your exercising muscle groups, but for longer bouts it travels to the large organs which are responsible
for before the start Race instructions and travel informationFor your baggage bag Suncream Petroleum jelly if you chafe Roomy, comfortable trainers for after the race Warm change of clothes Waterproofs Money Post-race energy drink and food
, find out what gels and drinks will be available to you on race day and try them out.Racing overseasOther considerations will come into play if you are travelling abroad to race, such as how food and hydration strategies change with the climate, what
questions about local facilities, travel or road surfaces.Set the swim sceneAll these resources are great, but sometimes you just want to deal with one very particular bugbear. For swimming, the most obvious race-specific preparation you can do is to train
.5-0.75g of protein per pound of bodyweight.AdminIf you’re travelling any distance to the Marathon, make a packing list and start gathering the clothes and items you need. Make sure your racing kit is washed and ready!WednesdayMindFocus on miles 14
and music, and fields of up to 10,000 runners. Still, there are advantages in going small, too: youll probably find that a low-key event is easier in terms of travel and getting to the start, for instance.Races are usually advertised in local sports centres
European Junior Duathlon Champion) and Kat Grimmett (8th in the 2009 European Championships).If you are willing to travel you can race all year round, but in the UK duathlons tend to take place in autumn and spring. But don't think that taking up duathlons
: many races have been blown by what the runner's done in day before their race." Write down a plan of action. Thompson suggests that you leave nothing to chance and double check and note down your travel plans. If you're cadging a lift with a running
