Coaching

Lawrence Okoye (Mark Shearman)

How they train – Lawrence Okoye

Big distances and a bright future is forecast for novice British discus record-holder and multi-talented all-rounder

Ross Murray

How they train – Ross Murray

The traning that led to a breakthrough for the British middle-distance runner

Yuliya Zaripova (Mark Shearman)

Chasing barriers

Dr Matt Long spoke with ex-Olympic steeplechaser Spencer Duval about the specifics of the event

food

Building a diet

A good food plan sets the body up for optimal training gains

Strategy (Mark Shearman)

10 strategic steps to help in athletics competitions

Most runners give up countless hours to their planned training weeks, yet amazingly, many fail to give their racing strategies much thought

Martyn Rooney (Mark Shearman)

How they train – Martyn Rooney

British 400m runner is building strength and sleeping in an altitude tent this winter in an attempt to win a medal at London 2012

James Brewer (Mark Shearman)

How they train – James Brewer

After an injury-free winter, James Brewer is excited by the prospects of a good year in 2012

Ryan McLeod (Mark Shearman)

How they train – Ryan McLeod

Distance runner explains the hard work and altitude training that has led to his solid improvements