by Lindsey Parry
I am currently getting treated for ITB. The last two weeks I have rested and have had cortisone injections and busy with physio. Will I still be able to complete the Comrades? - Craig

by Lindsey Parry
After my afternoon session yesterday I was feeling dizzy, why is that? - Solomon

by Lindsey Parry
Do you recommend picking up your feet or taking short gliding strides to avoid being tired and finished on the steep inclides? - Solomon

by Lindsey Parry
I've been running for some time now. but I'm finding it really difficult to keep up the training, especially the long runs. I feel like I'm going backwards. Please help! - Irene

by Lindsey Parry
I am doing my hill repeats and speed training on a treadmill. Will I get the same results as I would on the road? Anneline Peters

by Lindsey Parry
Q: I want to train as little as possible. What is the shortest long run I can do and still finish Comrades?

by Lindsey Parry
I'm planning to run both Two Oceans and Comrades this year. I believe March and April are the most important training months for Comrades. How can I incorporate Oceans into this? - Llewellyn P.

by Lindsey Parry
I’m a novice and I find it difficult to follow the programme on my own. In my club there is no support group, people just do their own thing. Can you advise where I can find one ?- Nqaba

by Lindsey Parry
My days are really busy and I am suffering from bursitis. How do fit in the runs during the week and manage injuries? - Robyn Jamieson

Other Experts Dennis Rehbok Ask the Foot Doctor Dennis is a qualified podiatrist practising in Johannesburg. Visit his website at www.footdoctor.co.za.

...................................................................................................................... Ross Tucker Ask the Sports Scientist Dr Ross Tucker has a BSc(Med)(Hons) Exercise Science Degree and PhD from the Sports Science Institute. Visit his blog on www.scienceofsport.blogspot.com.

...................................................................................................................... Benita de Witt Ask the Sports Therapist Benita is a sports therapist who has treated the likes of Kelly Holmes, Elana Meyer and Conrad Stoltz. Visit www.benitadewitt.com or email benita@enviroafrica.co.za.

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...................................................................................................................... Lindsey Parry Ask the Comrades Coach Lindsey Parry is a qualified biokineticist, Two Oceans silver medallist and 2:52 marathoner. E-mail him on lindsey@hpc.co.za.

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