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Stride Right

by Guru
Q: I notice I take a lot of big steps, while more experienced runners take much shorter strides. Why is that, and does it matter?


Stay Motivated

by Guru
Q: Guru, you inspire everyone with your wise words but what words inspire you? – Ed. Emmerentia


Fitness or Strength?

by Guru
Q: Which exercise classes are best for runners?


Make Wind Work for You

by Guru
Q: How do I handle running in the wind?


Up Your Factor D

by Guru
Q: I use sunblock when I run. Am I still getting enough Vitamin D?


Post-Run Meal

by Guru
Q: What’s the best post-run recovery meal and drink? – Simon, Naval Hill


Slow Running Buddy

by Guru
Q: Do I get any training value from running with a much slower friend?


Pain Management

by Guru
How can I avoid hurting on race day?


Treadmill Training

by Guru
Q: Can I train for a race using only a treadmill?


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Other Experts

Dennis Rehbok

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

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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.

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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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FOOTNOTES CONTRIBUTORS

Mike Finch

Runner's World Editor



Lindsey Parry

Ask the Coach



Allister Arendse

Runner's World Deputy Editor



Guest Columnist

The Reader



Lindsey Parry

Ask the Comrades Coach



Bruce Fordyce

9 Times Comrades Marathon Winner



Ryan Scott

The Gear Guy



Baglett

Runner and Blogger



Running Wanda

The Gadget Girl



Kirsten Curtis

Online Content Producer



Ryan Sandes



Damon Kalvari



Jason Greer



Shelley Carmichael

Shelley Carmichael



Ladies Ironman

Ladies Ironman Crew





THIS WEEK'S POLL

You and a friend plan to run your first marathon together. She gets hurt. Do you run it without her?

No. We were meant to run it together.
Yes. My friend would understand.

INSPIRATION

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