Runners don’t exactly make the best foot models. Our feet take a lot of abuse, and it shows. We have calluses, blisters, and sometimes even missing toenails. Should runners get … Read more
Runners sometimes need extra nutrients because of the vigorous exercise we put our bodies through. Most of us are well aware we need extra potassium because we tend to sweat … Read more
You already know smoking is a bad habit. You’ve heard the warnings enough to know it’s not good for your body or your health. But does smoking affect running too? … Read more
One minute, you’re Quadzilla out there on your run, gobbling up the pavement. The next, you’re limping along wondering where you went wrong. That, my friend, is what quad pain … Read more
You’ve been putting in the hours and you’ve been sprinting hills. You’re doing everything you can think of to be the best runner you can be. What you might not … Read more
You thought the actual running was supposed to be the hard and painful part of this sport. If your lungs, legs, feet and stomach are fine during the run, why … Read more
Children are like adults — they tend to stick with activities they’re good at doing. After all, nobody likes to fail, or feel like they don’t stack up to their … Read more
Runners don’t always tackle goals the same way. One runner may spend months preparing for a half marathon, while others simply show up race day with little training and decide … Read more
If you’re new to the sport, running 3 miles a day may seem impossible, especially if you’ve been breathing and moving like Mr. Burns from The Simpsons after completing the … Read more
Whether you’re new to running or you’ve been at it for years, you’ve likely experienced nagging aches and pains in your pursuit of fitness. Heel pain is a common complaint … Read more
You’re tired of landing in the same finishing spot in every 10k you participate in — not first, but not worst. If you want one of the coveted performance medals … Read more
You have two big dates coming up — the due date for your baby and a marathon you signed up for before you even knew you were pregnant. Can you … Read more
You’ve made the decision to run a marathon and you want to make sure you’re totally prepared. You’ve picked out your race, you’ve selected your training plan, and you’ve got … Read more
Shin Splints–They Don’t Have to Last Forever You were running the other day and you felt a pain near the tibia in your lower leg. It could be a lot … Read more
Running is a source of great joy for runners. The pleasure that comes with pushing your body to move faster and further is like no other. But sometimes that joy … Read more
Nothing will make you want to get up off the couch and kick it into high gear like a good running flick. Their are plenty of running movies on Netflix … Read more
If you’re a runner, then you know that hydration is a key part of your nutrition plan. So what should runners drink? What you drink really depends on what you … Read more
The air is crisp and cold, the skies are clear, and you’ve just started your morning run. You only have 20 minutes to squeeze in a training session, so you … Read more
Whether it’s to cure a disease or enhance performance, research is always being done on the 13 essential vitamins the body absolutely needs. However, some nutrition experts say it may not be … Read more
This question is as controversial as its counterpart: should weightlifters run? The answer to both is the same: it depends on what your goals are. Although there are general benefits to … Read more
Buying a treadmill is a significant long-term investment. Unfortunately, money doesn’t grow on trees, so you will want to buy one of the best treadmills for home use. Like almost … Read more
Are you looking to run when the sun comes up but having trouble getting motivated? Do you want to train first thing in the morning but don’t know where to … Read more
Planning on not going for that run you know you should take? The easiest thing anyone can do in life is quit- this is true in running as well. The … Read more
There is some debate as to whether or not you should listen to music while you run. Some people, known as “purists”, prefer to run sans music, as it allows … Read more
Knee pain is fast becoming a problem with runners of all ages. The causes of knee pain will vary but having the correct running shoes can provide relief, and keep … Read more