The swoosh is nothing short of legendary. Nike has a storied and impressive history; you could get lost in the intricacies of the brand’s history. Similar to Disneyland secrets, Nike has a bevy of fun facts that only some superfans know – and now you’re about to learn all of them. When Nike was founded…
Intervals are one of the best ways to beat boredom on the treadmill since playing with speed keeps both your mind and your body engaged during a run. Alternating between periods of pushing your speed with slower-paced recovery periods helps burn belly fat and increases the afterburn effect, meaning you burn more calories post-workout than…
The two things a marathon runner needs? Spirit and dedication. And John Young has a lot of both. Standing at 4 feet, 4 inches tall, John has dwarfism, but he hasn’t let that slow his drive to compete in races alongside people bigger than him. His passion for running has led him to complete six…
You’ve been running regularly for some time and have completed a few 5K fun runs. But now it’s time to step it up and take this distance seriously. Here are some tips to help you beat your personal record when running 3.1 miles. During Training Add speedwork: If you want to run a faster 5K,…
Trying to get rid of extra weight in your stomach? Interval training is proven to blast belly fat. Here’s a 45-minute interval workout you can do on the treadmill (set the incline to one to prevent shin splints) or head outdoors and use one of these running apps on your iPhone to keep track of…
Instead of wasting time shuffling through your music library in the middle of your workout, this playlist will help take the guesswork out of the equation. If you currently run a nine-minute mile, each of these upbeat songs has the perfect BPM to help you keep pace – and stay motivated. Whether you’re training for…
I got really lucky in that my first half marathon was the Nike Women’s Half in San Francisco. And after experiencing such an incredible event – Tiffany necklaces! Course entertainment! Awesome expo! – I wanted to see who else was hosting races with as much energy and fun, especially after hearing they cancelled their half…
The celebrity secret to shaping up in not a lot of time? Hard-core treadmill intervals that blast fat and burn tons of calories. That’s why celebs like Kim Kardashian, Jessica Biel, and Amanda Seyfried are just a few famous faces who are obsessed with the studio workout Barry’s Bootcamp, which alternates treadmill intervals with just-as-difficult…
Running a marathon is no easy feat; it takes dedication and the right kind of training. A spiffy new pair of shoes doesn’t hurt either! These shoes celebrate one of the most iconic races out there – the Boston Marathon. And whether you plan to run it or not, these special-edition race shoes from brands…
The right amount of hydration can make a good run even better, but not drinking enough water can be uncomfortable – and dangerous. Here are seven hydration rules to follow, for both short and long runs. Related: 25 Must-Know Tips For Runners Pay attention to your water intake the day before your run. Drinking enough…
