‘I just want my mummy’
Before competing in his first marathon, Patrick Barkham imagined that finishing would be a beautiful moment. But, despite running the distance within his target time, all he felt was angry and empty. So what went wrong?
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
Get warmed up before you ski
Most skiers don't stretch before leaving the chalet. Tune up your suspension to avoid the pain
How to exercise in the cold
February may be the very hardest month in which to exercise: the good intentions of January are starting to wane and summer still feels a long time away. But you can no longer use the cold as an excuse
Why people take sport to extremes
Laura Barton: 'It's proving oneself privately and personally,' says psychologist Dr Amanda Williams. 'Some people are more into risk-taking. It's just taking something that is normally a pleasure to a much more passionate level.'
Two wheels
Matt Seaton: With time fast running out, you might be wondering what to get a cycling-obsessed loved one for Christmas. There is one item that a cyclist would always be glad to receive and will thank you sincerely for: waterproof socks
Clear thinking?
Open Thread: Growing numbers of students are turning to performance-enhancing drugs to improve their grades. Do you approve?
‘Torture, but so relaxing’
With women boxers lobbying for their sport to be in the 2012 Olympics, Rowan Walker puts on her gloves to find out if she's got what it takes.
Bike doc
Matt Seaton: The main difference between a woman-specific bike and a small man's one is that women tend to have relatively longer legs and shorter torsos than men, so the frame geometry is adjusted.