I’M EASING BACK INTO MORNING RUNS. ANY TIPS FOR INJURY-PROOFING?

Reduced circulation and tensed posture can put you at greater risk of a mishap on chilly mornings. Prime your body to perform with tips from PT Paul Connor (team-men.com)

SQUAT HOLD

‘Sit deep and stay there for a minute, keeping your feet flat on the floor, with a raised chest and upright torso,’ says Connor. ‘Push the inside of your knees wide to open up the hips – this will help when you want to lengthen your stride.’

LUNGE STRETCH

‘Lunge forward, placing one elbow and one hand on the floor. Keeping your hips still, twist your body towards your bent leg, reaching overhead with one arm before lowering your elbow back to the floor,’ says Connor. Five times each side should do it.

DOWN DOG

‘This yoga staple lengthens and stretches the spine, hips, back and shoulders,’ says Connor. ‘It’s a great way to wake yourself up.’ Plus, after spending eight hours curled up under a duvet, it helps to iron out any sleep-related postural problems.