According to a new study, cramming carbs on the morning of a big run is a futile plan

Q I’ve heard low-carbohydrate diets help with fat burning: do I really need carbs? AIt’s a common question, and the answer is a confident yes, especially if you’re a woman who runs. Carbohydrates are

How far, how fast, how often? An expert guide to the most important marathon training session

For many runners, the half marathon is the sweet spot. Long enough to feel like a serious challenge, but short enough to train for without completely taking over your life. It is often the distance pe

Lighter doesn’t always mean faster. Rob Kemp investigates why muscle and fuelling matter much more than the number on the scales

Ergogenic aids promise runners an extra edge. But do they actually work?