The week, 11 March

Three things.

A protocol worth reading The Rennes physio collective published their return-to-running plan, and it is the first one we have seen written for people starting after forty rather than adapted down from an athlete's. Twelve weeks, three sessions, walking included without apology.

A question that came up four times Whether knee pain the morning after is a reason to stop. We wrote the answer, with what the research does and does not cover. Short version: the timing tells you more than the intensity.

Who joined the directory The Coteaux club, which runs an open Saturday group for beginners, and the Rennes collective above. Forty-one entries now.

Next week Nothing scheduled. If you have a question that has come up in your own head more than twice, send it: that is usually the sign it belongs here.