Running 101

Cross country running – abbreviated as XC running – is a form of racing that takes place in natural, open-air environments – it arose in the UK but is popular worldwide, especially in schools and athletics clubs. If the very sound of the word cross country fills you with dread, then perhaps it takes you … Read more

Running in the rain: once your dreaded nightmare, now a refreshing challenge.  After opening your front door and finding a steady drizzle outside, you may find yourself less than excited about your usual run. Chafing.  Damp clothes.  Cold.  Any one of these things could be enough to send you right back inside. But not you, … Read more

Beginners and advanced runners alike want to find out how to run without getting tired. The answer lies in a combination of training practices and downtime techniques you can deploy to boost your endurance. When you’re just starting out, it can feel like you’ll never be able to reach your goal without stopping for a walk … Read more

Ever since Chris McDougall’s Born To Run book burst onto the scene just over 10 years ago, there’s been a huge amount of interest – and hype – in barefoot-style, or minimalist running. The central premise of the book was simple: that humans didn’t evolve to run with an inch of padded rubber beneath their … Read more

Can running with music make you faster? We’ve all felt the perceived performance benefits when you put on a favorite track during physical exercise, but does listening to music as you run actually make you faster – or is it all in your head? In this guest post, Taylor Nugent (MS, LAT, ATC, CES) dives … Read more

How To Run Longer: Distance runners, whether rookies or seasoned vets, often come across barriers, whether physical or mental, as they try to increases their running distance. It’s very common for runners to reach a plateau, where their body is adapted to run a maximum distance – but is uncomfortable going any further. This can … Read more

Since Apple launched its popular AirPod in-ear wireless earphone in 2016, running with AirPods has been a hot discussion topic.  Having the right headphones can make or break your run.  Listening to a motivational playlist or podcast is a huge benefit during your training, but no one wants to struggle with dangling cords or earbuds … Read more

Hot weather can pose a new problem for runners – running in the heat is very different from cool conditions. If you’re finding it hard to stick with your running schedule in the summertime, you’re not alone.  Even if you get up early on a Saturday morning, you’re still likely to finish a long run … Read more

Running every day is an experience like no other, and cultivating a habit like running 3 miles a day can lead to transformations in several areas of your life. Still, so many people have different ideas about it.  If you’re just starting out as a runner, the idea may seem daunting to you. You might … Read more