by Andrew Marshall

What is the Incidence & Nature of Medical Complications during 21 & 56km Running Races?

Research Paper Title Medical complications and deaths in 21 and 56 km road race runners: a 4-year prospective study in 65 865 runners—SAFER study I Background Cardiac arrest and sudden death during distance-running events have been reported but other medical complications, including serious life-threatening complications have not been well described. Objective To document the incidence and nature… Read More

by Andrew Marshall

Marathon: A Runner at Heart

Research Paper Title Impact of Marathon Running on Cardiac Structure and Function in Recreational Runners. Background This study examined the relationship between LV (left ventricular) function, markers of cardiac-specific damage and markers of oxidative stress in recreational runners following a marathon. Method Runners (n=52; 43 male and nine female; age, 35±10 years; height, 1.74±0.08 m;… Read More

by Andrew Marshall

Running Injuries & Illness Series

Introduction Running has become a popular pastime in the UK over the last 30 years with the evolution of large city marathons, as well as charity and fun runs making endurance exercise a realistic and achievable target for all; regardless of fitness level. This has led to the phenomenon whereby inexperienced runners may undertake physical… Read More

by Andrew Marshall

Cross Training: The Sports Advantage

Research Paper Title Pre-induction Sport Activity in Prevention of Stress Fractures in Elite Infantry Recruits. Abstract Pre-induction sports participation of 392 elite infantry recruits was evaluated for correlation with incidence of stress fractures (SF) during 14 weeks of basic training. 23.7% developed lower extremity stress fractures. 72% of the recruits had participated in sports on… Read More

by Andrew Marshall

New: Run! Update

A new section ‘Run! Methodology’ has been added to the blog under the main page heading ‘Run!’. This section has downloadable handouts for: Paarluf training, Tempo training, Pre-fatigues, Interval and Repetition training. It also has a downloadable handout for working out your heart rate.