he first thing that you might want to consider before you start running is “Why do I want to run?” The reasons why people run vary. Some may run because they want to lose weight, while others may run because they want to maintain a healthy body, while still others may want to run to…

The first thing you should know is that it’s relatively easy to run longer distance, but you do need to know a few things. Increasing distance is a common cause of running injury but there are things you can do to reduce the risk of coming up hurt. I’ll cover some of those below. Get…

Wanting to be a good runner, lose weight or dreaming of crossing the finish line in a new record time means nothing unless you have the motivation to make it a reality. The truth is, far too many highly qualified, deserving people don’t achieve what it was they were setting out for simply because they…

Running terms and their slang verbage have become common language for me since I started running in 2006. But, when I try to explain what it is that runners do to a person that doesn’t run, I get a blank stare or disbelief. Yes, there really is such a thing as bloody nipples. No, a…

With the return of warm weather and longer days, more and more people start thinking of ways to kickstart their fitness regime, and running is one way to do this. Running is a great way to build and maintain cardiovascular fitness, if done correctly and if your body is ready for it. Running can also…

I’ve been a runner for a number of years. It is just a hobby and I do it for my own relaxation and fitness. It keeps me in shape and helps me to feel good. Lately though, my feet and ankles have really been hurting. I’m not sure what is going on but I tried…

For runners, there’s often nothing more motivating than participating in a race. The energy of the crowd and the excitement of accomplishing a goal can really get your adrenaline going. But let’s be honest…as exciting as a physical race is, it can also be extremely stressful. If you’ve ever done a physical race, you’re well…

With more people wanting to lose weight or get in shape, running has exploded in popularity over the past decade with 42 million regular runners, according to a Runners USA report. Running is a great exercise with many benefits including weight loss, strengthening of your cardiovascular system, and increased happiness by relieving stress. Start running…

Getting faster in triathlon running takes strategy, skill, and determination. As opposed to running a marathon or any other run specific race, the triathlon run comes after a swim and bike leg. Whether you are running a sprint, olympic, half, or full ironman distance triathlon, the run portion of the triathlon race is where everything…