Running a marathon is the ultimate testament as to how physically tough you are. When you toe the start line, no one can do the work for you—you’re going to have to tough out every single mile. There are no shortcuts—it’s just you, your training, and your heart. If you manage to finish a marathon, … Read more
While running a marathon, your ordinary running belt might not cut it. You will need to find something that has enough room to accommodate everything you’ll need to bring with you. To learn more about selecting the best running belt for marathon purposes, read our guide and check out our top picks. Bias Alert: Our Top … Read more
Have you ever wondered how your own marathon times stack up against that of other runners your age? Sure, we’re all our own biggest competitors. But how fast are you really? Perhaps knowing the average marathon finishes for your age group will inspire you to have a long-term goal to work towards?Average marathon finishes across the … Read more
You only have a few weeks to train for your upcoming half marathon, and you’re starting to freak out wondering if you’ll be ready. Here’s a 6 week half marathon schedule to help you safely reach your goals.6 Week Half Marathon ScheduleA half marathon is a challenge that you’ll be proud of accomplishing for the … Read more
Running the Boston Marathon is something almost every runner dreams about. It’s a race known for attracting top talent and runners. Many runners face grueling training schedules just to knock a few minutes off their best times in order to qualify for this legendary experience. What happens when you just aren’t fast enough? Do you have … 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 to wing it. Unless you’re an elite athlete who logs countless miles every week, winging it isn’t a good idea. Here are some reasons you actually … 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 run a marathon pregnant? Should you should scrap your plans to run a marathon, or lace up your sneakers anyway and kick some major butt with … 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 your eye on that technical shirt that you’re proudly going to wear when the race is over. There’s a lot to do to get ready for … Read more
A marathon is an incredible experience that people train for months to prepare for. After 6 months of work, the day is finally here and you are reaching the finish line. Once you make it across, and I’m sure you will, you’ll have a whole new challenge on your hands. Recovering after the race is … Read more
Running a half marathon has many health benefits for athletes who are just starting out as well as for those who are veteran runners. The half marathon is a good running distance for both the mind and the body. The distance is not too long to take over your whole schedule or drain your energy, … Read more
Carb loading before a marathon is an essential way to build your energy stores prior to the big race. The body relies heavily upon these stores for a successful race. Pushing yourself through several hours of hard or even moderate running will deplete your energy more quickly than you think. While many runners carry gels … Read more
Hydration is one of the most important aspects of running a successful race. The body uses an enormous amount of fluid during a long distance run. Sweat removes healthy fluid from the body which must be replaced to maintain health. Successful running is dependent upon proper hydration on and off the road. There are many … Read more
If you are getting ready to run a marathon – whether it is your first or your tenth – you will want to have the best possible shoes on your feet when you walk to the starting line. Quite obviously, your shoes are the only piece of equipment that touches the ground during your run, … Read more
Choosing a marathon is as important as training for one, especially for first time runners. Races are not one size fits all; they are meticulously plotted to attract various calibers of runners. There are races that are dominated by speed, and there are races that are dominated by degrees of difficulty. First time runners do … Read more
If you have been running for any length of time, you have likely encountered the great conundrum faced by all runners at some point; to run or not to run with a cold. As cold weather settles in and race day approaches – maintaining your health is absolutely critical. Personally, I would not let anything short of … Read more
As of the time of this post, I have completed 2 full marathons. I have also run 2 separate half-marathons as well (the last one being 10 days ago). So, I have a pretty good grasp on how many miles of training is required each week to complete a marathon. But now I am running … Read more