Runners have a reputation that they hate to lift weights. If they are going to break a sweat, they’d rather be running. Plus, they fear that lifting weights may make them bulky and slow them down.
But recent studies show that runners who lift weights can run faster and longer—and it doesn’t make them bulk up. However, you’ve got to combine running and weightlifting in the right way.
The Sub 2 Hour Marathon was finally beaten by Eliud Kipchoge in 2019 – here’s the inside story of the man and the team who broke the impossible… When Roger Bannister ran a mile in 3.58.60 in Oxford, England on 6th May 1954, the once-believed impossible feat of running under four minutes for the mile … Read more
If you’re a beginner runner, running 4 miles a day may seem like an enormous challenge. And yet, if you’re reading this article, you’re clearly ready for a challenge. You’re ready to set a goal and reach a new level of achievement. Maybe you prefer getting your cardio from an elliptical machine. Or maybe you … Read more
They say the pen is mightier than the sword. In the case of Eluid Kipchoge, the lack of either didn’t stop him from beginning his journey that would eventually lead to him being considered the greatest marathoner runner of all time. When he was 18, he was offered a training plan by prominent coach Patrick … Read more
The average 5K time for most recreational runners falls between 27 and 35 minutes, though this varies significantly by age, sex, and experience. Whether you’re training for your first 5K or looking to beat your PR, knowing where you stand can help you set realistic goals and track your progress. In this post we’re going … Read more
Wondering how to run with your phone? Are you torn between awkwardly running with your phone in your hand, or buying something to carry your phone> One of the most common questions I get asked by beginner runners is this: How do you run with your phone? When I started running, I really didn’t consider … Read more
If you’re planning on running 10 miles a day, you’ve hit an exciting point in your running journey. By this point, you’ve hit several milestones: you’ve probably run a 5K, 10K, and maybe a half marathon or marathon. Now you’re ready to try something new and experiment with a unique challenge. Many runners who set … Read more
As the world gets weirder, it seems so do our running events – and the 4x4x48 challenge is one of a few crazy running challenges currently getting people off their butts and into ‘crazy runner person’ mode. Inspired by ex-Navy Seal and toughest ultrarunning nutbag David Goggins, the 4x4x48 challenge is one of a few … Read more
Here’s our 6 week half marathon training guide, N.B.: it’s not designed for complete beginners, but for runners with some experience already – if you’re not sure you’re ready for it, read on… But if you’ve been running for a while, or if you’ve run a half marathon in the past, this 6 week half … Read more
Training for a marathon, and then running 26.2 miles, is as much a mental journey as it is a physical one. It can be gruelling and unrewarding, then euphoric and life-affirming all within the same single run. In many ways, marathons are a great metaphor for life: it’s long, there’s often discomfort, but perseverance and … Read more
Half marathon recovery is one of the least glamorous aspects of your half marathon. Once you cross that finish line, the last thing you want to do is follow another schedule (unless you’re the kind of person who thrives on schedules).
But the recovery is just as important as the miles you put in during training.
The Coros APEX is a full-blown multi-sport GPS watch, with all the features a runner would expect from a premium GPS running watch. What sets the APEX apart is both its incredible battery life (more on that later) and its low price point – it comes in at nearly half the price of some of … Read more
All opinions are our own and never influenced by brands. We may earn money if you buy from a link. Bottom Line Verdict: the Thule Urban Glide 2 represents the top-end of jogging strollers, and has clearly been designed with runners in mind. It’s intuitive, smooth, and ergonomic design make it a joy to walk … Read more
The book Antifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb (@nntaleb) and it’s ideas have spent the last six months rattling around in my head, and influenced how I think about running, exercise, what to eat, how to live . . . In fact, it’s one of the best health and fitness books I’ve read – even though … Read more
Everyone needs some funny running memes here and there to lighten up their workouts. Memes are a solid reminder that no matter how tough training gets, countless people are going through the same thing. After all, they wouldn’t be so funny if they weren’t so relatable. Pushing your limits can be brutal. It can leave … Read more
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