Winter Woe: Catching a ColdThe only gloop you want to be swallowing on the run is an energy gel, so bolster your immune system with plenty of vitamin C-rich citrus fruit, peppers and broccoli. Low levels of vitamin D also leave you susceptible
squash, to aid overnight recovery. Spinach and feta filo parcels make a great snack - they're filled with protein and iron - and a blueberry smoothie is a vitamin-filled start to the day.4. Pregnant, not idleIf you are training regularly you don't have
of assessing your progress, but sometimes it creates pressure that you just dont need.I resolve to Join a running clubWhy? A club will add structure, motivation and competition to your running, as well as adding a new social dimension to your favourite sport
and running career. Vitamins, minerals and antioxidants should be as much a part of your healthy diet as carbohydrate and protein. Fuelling yourself with fatty, salty processed food is like putting diesel in your Ferrari.Oil changeSwitching the oils you use
’s time to stir up your routine. When you do the same run, day after day, you’re seldom challenged and your motivation is bound to sag. Think of it this way: if you eat a tuna and salad sandwich four days in a row, you’ll probably notice how delicious a
Setting challenging yet attainable goals is key to maintaining a long-term running career. After all, you’re more likely to stay motivated when you have something to work towards and can measure your progress at regular intervals. But picking
people so you motivate each other. Do a road or cross-country race and use the treadmills together at your local gym. Join a tri club and use the sessions and advice on offer." - Tim Don "Tell yourself that training in the miserable winter makes you a
, and they all get so much from listening to each other; it's very motivational," he says.2. Go the extra mile If you haven't changed your race distance since you started triathlons, then the chances are your training hasn't change much, either. Even if you
