Jo Pavey
A five-time Olympian and World, European and Commonwealth medallist, Jo Pavey is the only British runner and track event athlete to have competed in five games (2000-2016).
Jo has been a RW columnist for 13 years, sharing her elite level knowledge of running in the Coach section of the magazine.
How to deal with disappointment to come back a stronger runner
Sometimes a run doesn’t quite go as we hoped and we’re left feeling disappointed. Five-time Olympian and RW columnist Jo Pavey shares how to get over a bad run
14 September 2023
How can I stop myself losing form on my long runs?
Long runs are tough physically and mentally, so it's easy for form to slip by the end
14 March 2019
How to pace for a parkrun PB – the secret to getting your best result over a 5K distance
Plus, the workout to help you build speed
26 October 2018
"I want to start running but I'm not in great shape and am worried people will judge me"
We put your questions to resident Olympian Jo Pavey -
20 September 2018
How soon can I start running again after having a baby?
5-time Olympian and mother-of-two Jo Pavey shares her post-partum running knowledge.
05 December 2017
How does pushing a child in a running buggy affect my running form?
Running with a baby in tow poses a whole new set of challenges. Here's how to manage them.
31 October 2017
Is it better to have a big dinner or big breakfast before a long run?
5-time Olympian Jo Pavey has the answer to this long run fuelling conundrum.
16 October 2017
Should I wear lighter shoes only in races?
Racing flats: train in them or just wear them on race day? Jo Pavey has the answer.
25 September 2017
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Should you track running by miles or by minutes?
Work out the best way to track your runs.
05 July 2017
How to pace for a marathon PB
Olympian Jo Pavey explains how to set your marathon pace on race day.
19 June 2017
How much should I run in the week before a marathon?
When leading up to a 26.2 it's important to pace yourself while tapering.
14 June 2017
How should I get started as a middle-aged new runner?
It's never too late to start running. Here's how to take your first steps into the running world.
10 April 2017
Does drafting behind another runner help you go faster?
Drafting is a well-known tactic in the cycling world, but how well does it work for runners?
01 March 2017
What are the main benefits of heart rate-based training?
How wearing a heart rate monitor can give you a different take on training.
24 February 2017
Should I do a cool-down after a run?
GB 10,000m champion Jo Pavey has the answer.
25 September 2015
I can't motivate myself to run when the days get shorter
Do the darkening days put you off running? Olympian Jo Pavey has the answers.
16 September 2015
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9 ways to keep running as you age
Hard, sensible training and loving sport have given 42-year-old Jo Pavey a long, successful career.
21 August 2015
Achy quads after racing: Normal or not?
Is it normal to have aching quads after a race? We put it to Olympian runner Jo Pavey.
13 July 2015
Train like an Olympian: Speed
Fire from all cylinders and up your pace with help from GB Olympian runner Jo Pavey’s speed-boosting workout.
25 June 2015
Train like an Olympian: Endurance
Prep your muscles for longer distance runs with European 10,000m champion Jo Pavey’s endurance workout.
17 June 2015
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