If you’re a runner (or even just a fitness enthusiast), you know the joy that comes with getting a beautiful, brand-spanking-new pair of running shoes. You probably are also familiar with the woes that come with a post-shoe-buying credit card statement, no? Good running shoes are rarely cheap, but hope has arrived, in the form…
The first time I ever hit the track for a run, it felt like someone had lit my lungs up with a match and there was a burning fire blazing in my thoracic cavity, which had also incinerated my esophagus. Every few steps, I felt like I needed to slow down – my body was…
We want to help keep all you runners on the road, so we created this short strength-training program just for you! This 10-minute workout targets areas vulnerable to injury when logging many miles, but we also put some core exercises in the mix, too, which will make you a more efficient runner. And the more…
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Kat Borchart It’s no secret that running can be really, really hard on your knees. Those who love running (myself included) can often overlook knee pain or simply try to ignore it. Proper recovery is important, but did you know there are exercises – butt-based exercises – you can do…
I’ve never had any qualms about waking up on time. Sure, I don’t like when my alarm goes off at 7:00 a.m., but I’ll get up. Without snoozing. But when my team asked me if I’d be willing to go running every morning (or close to every morning) for a week straight, I was hesitant.…
As we approach the year’s warmer seasons and the weather becomes a bit more tolerable, it’s time for many of us ditch the indoor treadmill and head outside for beautiful springtime runs. Whether you’re in training for a race, just getting off the couch, or going for your weekly jog, make your next run a…
Whether you’re setting up for your first half marathon or you’re trying to smash your PR, having a training plan is essential for success (even if that just means crossing the finish line). Not sure where to start? Here are four free apps that have half-marathon-specific training programs (and more!) to get you well on…
If you’re a runner and you’re not familiar with the concept of foot striking – how your foot lands on the ground when you run – you should invest the time to change that. Understanding your form can help you prevent ostensible foot pain and injuries, which include strained muscles, runner’s knee, and even shin…
Whether you’re a newbie or an accomplished marathoner, side stitches happen. With all of the research we have available, it sounds strange, but we’re still not exactly sure why this pain in the rib cage occurs. Some physiologists have theorized that the common side stitch comes from your stomach and other organs bumping into each…
For some, running is a fun pastime; for others, it’s a tiresome necessity. But no matter where you fall on the running spectrum, if you’re striving to become better, then here are seven things you can do to become a better runner. Keep it consistent: If you stop running for a while, then you’ll have…
