Project marathon
Carol Williamson and Matt Kurton are training for the London marathon, with the help of running expert Sam Murphy. Follow their progress and join in the weekly training discussions
Project Marathon: The finish line
As our bloggers hang up their trainers, they have time to reflect on their marathon efforts. They've come a long way - thanks for joining them on the journey
London Marathon 2009: How our bloggers got on
Beginner Carol Williamson and improver Matt Kurton trained with running expert Sam Murphy for this year's London Marathon. Find out whether all their hard work paid off
Project Marathon: The final countdown
The 2009 London Marathon is almost upon us. As our bloggers reveal their last-minute hopes and fears, share your advice on carbs, the weather, the 'wall' - and emergency toilet trips
Project Marathon: training highs
As the big event draws ever-closer, our bloggers reflect on the moments that make all the training feel worthwhile
Project Marathon: The taper period
Training must ease off during the three-week taper period leading up to a marathon, says Sam Murphy. But have our bloggers done enough?
Project Marathon: Injury time
How to avoid running injuries - and what to do if they catch up with you
Project Marathon: Progress report
With only a month until race day, our bloggers find out if they're on track to achieve their targets. Are you confident of meeting your goals?
Project Marathon: This is a low
This week our bloggers reveal the worst aspects of training for a marathon. Do you share their pain - or have you got your own gripes?
Project Marathon: The playlist
Our marathon trainees share their top 10 running tracks. What do you have on your iPod when you're exercising?
Project Marathon: Recipe for success
In this week's marathon update, Carol conquers her fear of carb-loading and Matt can't give up the carrot cake. What foods do you swear by when you're training?
Project Marathon: Common mistakes
This week, our marathoners find out what they're doing wrong. Are you committing any of these cardinal running sins? Plus: why are runners so unfriendly?
Project marathon: How to train
This week, our two London marathon runners focus on their training programmes. How did you pick a programme - and are you sticking to it?
Project Marathon: meet the readers
Carol Williamson and Matt Kurton are training for the London marathon. What topics should they cover in their weekly blogposts?
Personal trainer up for grabs
Our running expert is looking for two readers to coach for the London marathon - for free
Five ways to ... recover from a marathon
With the right approach, you'll be back on your feet in no time, says marathon veteran Sam Murphy
