At present I can't run due to injury, however I am able to use the gym.I have been working my heart at the same as if I am running or most of the time harder. So will I keep the same fitness?I assume I will loose running fitness/stamina.Also how

have done quite a lot of races the last couple of months and body is now feeling it, mostly trails, 10k and 15k as well as road running, feel like i need a break but dont want to lose too much fitness either. how long could i have off before I

I am mainly a runner who just wants to improve fitness for other sports such as football, tennis, cricket etc.I normally run for about 45 minutes but will going for a 30 minute bike ride beforehand help improve my fitness. Thanks for any help

How is it possible to lose so much fitness so quickly?I've had a great 16 months, run 14 PBs and 7 weeks ago was as fit as I have ever been, marathon PB following my 3 fastest 10ks. In addition, I had been carrying a niggling injury so promised my

Hello Everyone, I was just wondering how you guys maintain your running fitness whilst on holiday? I know there are some of you that may just go on holiday and keep to your 3 or 4 runs a week to maintain your fitness. I would love to say I could do

Does anyone know if there are standards / certifications when it comes to fitting running shoes.  Whenever I've been to a specialist shop it seems to be a bit hit and miss - run up and down, does it feel comfortable, thumb width between toes and tip

idea to go by perceived exertion for a while when you start running - then once you have got a bit of running fitness under your belt you can properly work out your max HR and THEN work out the appropriate training zones.If you have done 220-age or some

means that they will do what they can to help you get fit.Go and see if there is a Womens Running Network nearby.  If so join them, even if its for one run a week.  Try and get out three times a week for half an hour.  Doesn't matter at what speed

Just wondering who folks would suggest to try for a bike-fit of this standard in the North-west?

Hi everyone,I'm rearlly into keeping fit. I run, cycle and swim when ever I can. I enjoy it so much I would like to make it into a career and become a Personal Trainer or gym instructor.Does anyone out there know of a great course I could do part