How to Deal With Shin Splints
Of all of the injuries that runners face, shin splints are perhaps the most common and the most mysterious. Very few runners that have been running for any frame of … Read more
Spencer Haws
How Can I Avoid Injuries as a Runner?
Running is one of the healthiest things that you can take part in, especially if you are overweight. No matter what kind of physical shape you are currently in, however, … Read more
My Running Progress: Training During the Offseason and Goals Update
Fall is here and winter is fast approaching. The weather is getting colder and colder, and with it the ability to stay motivated to get outside for a run is … Read more
5 Great Running Blogs to Follow
Blogs are where a large portion of the world gets its information from nowadays. Major news agencies, and even many running magazines, are not a reliable source of information when … Read more
When To Start Carb Loading For A Marathon?
Preparing to run a marathon is a unique experience. Many runners argue over the right time to start carb loading, what diets should be until that point, what kinds of … Read more
What State In The US Is Best For Runners?
Deciding which state is best for runners is a complicated quest. Every runner has their own preference when it comes to running routes, mountain uphill runs, long expanses of flat … Read more
How Much Water Should You Drink While Running?
Water makes up 70% of your body and is vital to life. Despite that fact, many people take in an amazingly small amount of it each day. Everyone has head … Read more
Why Foam Rollers For Runners Are Important
No matter how much experience you have as a runner, injuries are going to happen. Whether you are a beginning runner that is plagued with shin splints and runner’s knee, … Read more
Can You Improve Your VO2max?
VO2max is a relatively strange concept to a lot of runners, and especially the general population. It turns out, however, that there is a relatively easy way to improve it … Read more
Which Colleges Have The Best Running Programs?
College is one of the most important parts of life to millions and millions of people. Continuing a running career into college is just as important to runners. Finding the … Read more
What Is The Optimum Age For Peak Marathon Performance?
People worry about age a great deal. There are people who constantly feel like they are either too young to train properly or too old to be able to withstand … Read more
Can Runners Be Successful On A Plant Based Diet?
Plant based diets have caused a lot of controversy in recent years. People say that a plant based diet cannot provide enough protein or fuel for a runner’s body, or … Read more
Do Marathon Runners Have Bad Knees Later In Life?
One of the biggest concerns that runners, and non runners alike, have pertains to their knees. Knee problems can severely harm your life if they do not heal and running … Read more
My Experience Getting a VO2max Running Test and the Results
If you have ever researched running potential much, chances are that you have run across the VO2 max test. In fact, we’ve even written a couple of articles right here … Read more
Setting a Marathon PR: Leavenworth Marathon Race Report!
After months of training and just about as long strategizing and calculating potential results, I completed the Leavenworth, WA Octoberfest Marathon on October 5th, 2013. The completion of ANY race … Read more
What Is The Best Way To Improve VO2max?
Your VO2max is the measure of how much oxygen your body is able to deliver to your muscles. Without oxygen, your muscles are not going to work. It stands to … Read more
The Benefits of Compression Socks for Runners
Any runner knows that it does not take a whole lot to convince you to try something new. Especially when it promises to enhance your performance. Faster races, easier recovery, … Read more
Is it Better to Run Late at Night versus Early in the Morning?
Your daily running routine is a very personal thing, including the question of what time of day is optimal. Once you start talking about morning runs, midnight runs, and anything … Read more
How To Get Your Kids Interested In Running
Having children is one of the greatest joys in life. It is also a joy that many people think has to replace their daily running ritual. It does, at least … Read more
How Do I Know When I Should Get New Running Shoes?
Running in old, worn shoes is going to cause you as many problems as running with poor technique. Your running shoes are responsible for absorbing shock, stabilizing your feet, and … Read more
Does Running Really Cause Long Term Knee Damage?
Most people run to be healthy. Some are trying to lose weight, some are preparing for a marathon, and some are just trying to have a little fun. No matter … Read more
Why Do Most Of The World Class Runners Come From Africa?
If you have participated in, or even watched, a long distance race, you have no doubt seen the pack of Kenyan born runners that have broken away and are rushing … Read more
How do you Stop a Side Stitch while Running
You woke up early today, had a quick drink, and headed out the door. As the morning fog is lifting and the early workers are driving by, you are enjoying … Read more
How Accurate Are GPS Watches?
GPS watches seem like a gift from above for runners. The ability to track time, distance, pace, and more are all built in and let you analyze them all against … Read more
Spencer’s Leavenworth Marathon Training Update: Trip to ER, a PR, and Negative Thoughts
Well, I’ve done it again. I managed to wait until the month is nearly over before I post my so-called “Monthly reports”. I guess I’ve been so busy running, that … Read more