What’s a Good Half Marathon Time? Setting Realistic Goals For Your Age & Ability
Even if you don’t get too caught up in running as fast as you can, it’s only natural to want to perform your best on race day. If you’ve been … Read more
Running Tips
Should Runners Get Pedicures? Tips For Caring For Your Feet
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
Should Runners Take Iron Supplements To Increase Iron Levels?
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
Does Smoking Affect Running? Here’s Why The Best Runners Kick The Habit
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
How To Teach A Child To Run Faster – Speed Training For Kids
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
Running 3 Miles a Day – How to Make This Goal a Reality
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
How To Run a Faster 10K Race – 9 Tips to Beat Your Personal Record
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
Can You Run a Marathon While Pregnant? Tips For Playing it Safe
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
How to Find the Absolute Best Shoes for Marathon Training
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
8 Running Movies On Netflix That You Have To See
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
What Vitamins Should Runners Take? A Nutrition Supplement Strategy
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
Should Runners Lift Weights? Here’s Why It’s A Good Idea:
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
The Best Treadmills For Home Use – The Ultimate Buyers Guide
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
How to Run in the Morning – 12 Essential Tips for Early Runs
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
Instant Motivation: 10 Cross Country Movies to Keep you Running
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
40 Good Songs for Running – Musical Motivation
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
Best Running Shoes for Knee Pain – Full Reviews for Runners
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
16 Inspirational Marathon Quotes to Boost Your Motivation
Need a little help getting out the door for a run? Here are some of our favorite inspirational marathon quotes to boost your motivation and help you achieve your running … Read more
Best Running Shoes For Overpronation – Men and Women
If you’re a runner who suffers from overpronation, continuing to run in the wrong type of footwear can eventually lead to an injury. In short, you will need a running shoe … Read more
16 Week Marathon Training Schedules to Improve Your Fitness
Whether you’ve just decided to take the challenge and participate in your first Marathon, or just want to smash your personal best time, a training schedule tailored to your fitness … Read more
3 Simple Core Exercises Every Runner Should Be Doing
Most runners neglect core strength. I don’t think this is on purpose, but instead, because the benefits just aren’t as obvious. It’s easy to understand why you should train your … Read more
Tips for a Better 20 Minute Tempo Run Workout
Sometimes we don’t have time for a long run. Yes, you can still get significant benefits from even a twenty minute excursion. The reality is that to prepare for your … Read more
5 Tips for Running in the Rain Without Getting Hurt
Not going to let a little rain keep you from running, are you? The fact is, running in the rain can be a miserable experience if you’re not prepared. Fortunately, … Read more
What to Eat on Race Day – Tips from a Pro
f you’ve ever wondered what you should be eating on race day, then Ethan Newberry (a.k.a. the Ginger Runner) has got some advice you definitely don’t want to miss. In … Read more
Reach Your Speed and Distance Goals with Beach Running
As runners we are always looking for an edge. What can I do that will help me run a little faster, and longer? What will help me gain strength and … Read more