Right off the bat, running doesn’t seem like an extreme sport. However, there are potential risks and hazards that we can avoid if the correct precautions are taken. Controlling these factors and following some basic running safety rules can aid in keeping us free from harm. From frigid temperature to the gear, GPS tracking systems, … Read more
One of the challenges nearly everyone faces these days is finding the time and energy to fit in everything that you hope to accomplish in your day. Between long hours at demanding jobs, commuting, family responsibilities, grocery shopping, cooking, and household chores, it’s no wonder many people feel they lack time to exercise. However, one … Read more
When you first start working out, it can be daunting enough to get through one single session. Imagining exercising several times per week can seem nearly impossible, and asking yourself how many days a week should I work out, is one of the first questions that pop up. However, after even the most reticent beginners … Read more
The number one way to get better at running is to run more…to a point. Running is a balance of stress and rest. Run too little and you don’t get fit. Run too much and you get hurt. This begs the question: How many days a week should I run? There is no magic number … Read more
Regardless of your favorite race distance or the distance you usually train for, most training programs for runners incorporate a variety of types of running workouts. Not only does variety itself keep things fresh and prevent boredom and burnout, but each type of running workout in your training plan has a specific purpose and offers … Read more
On May 11th, 2013, I ran my fastest half-marathon. I won the Whistlestop Half Marathon in Ashdown, Arkansas, with a time of 1:29:17. A few weeks ago, I completed my latest half marathon. I ran 1:35:01, which was the fastest time I’ve run since 2013. After finishing the half, I started wondering what I did … Read more
One of the benefits of a training schedule is that it takes the daily guesswork and decision-making out of the equation. Questions like, “How many miles should I run a day?”, “At what pace should I run?”, and “Should I do a structured workout or a distance run?” are eliminated because exactly what workout you … Read more
Some runners contest that it’s satisfying to feel some muscle soreness after running, as it can be an indication that their workout was challenging and that they will get stronger from the run. However, muscle soreness after running that is more moderate than mild, occurs frequently, or inhibits your next run can be problematic. One … Read more
One of the polarizing debates in the running world is whether there is an ideal running weight. The concept of an ideal running weight or ideal racing weight isn’t necessarily new, but it seems to resurface in popular searches every couple of years. It’s not uncommon for runners to have a complicated relationship with food … Read more
If you’re a regular in spin class, own a Peloton or other indoor cycle, you’re certainly familiar with your RPMs and the ever-present quest to pedal your legs faster and faster. Your pedal stroke rate is your cadence. Now, how to increase cadence while running instead? While more familiar to cyclists, the concept of cadence … Read more
Running isn’t just about running. There are numerous essential factors that must be included in a runner’s life to become a well-rounded athlete and achieve peak running performance. Aside from actually running, warm-ups, cool downs, strength training, healthy nutrition, adequate sleep, physical therapy, and stretching should all be part of a runner’s schedule. This guide … Read more
Both jogging and sprinting can offer huge benefits for physical and mental wellbeing. However, whilst they might appear similar, there are some key differences between lower intensity running and sprinting in terms of how they are carried out as exercises, as well as how they affect your muscles, health, and running capabilities. In this article, … Read more
It’s happened to most of us: you get up in the middle of the night, stumble to the bathroom in the dark, and then wham—you accidentally smash your barefoot toe into the wall. The next morning, the toe is black and blue and throbs with a constant reminder of the mishap from the previous night. … Read more
Whether you’re a beginner runner or have logged enough miles over your lifetime in the sport to circle the globe, chances are, you’ve found yourself running on a treadmill at one point or another. Many runners have a love-hate relationship with the treadmill. It’s a great training tool and safer alternative to running in the … Read more
Aside from the many fantastic benefits of running such as improving cardiovascular health and fitness and reducing stress, many runners are also drawn to the sport because when it comes to exercise, running is one of the most efficient ways to burn calories. For this reason, running can be an effective way to lose weight … Read more