Late last year, I accidentally signed up to run a marathon. How, you ask? Well, it was in a part of the country that I’ve always been drawn to (Big Sur, CA), and I’d be running to raise money for a charity that means a lot to me (Every Mother Counts). As I clicked around…
For many people, running is so much more than a means of exercise; for some, it’s a lifestyle, and for others, it’s what they credit for transforming their lives. With city skylines from marathon locations to the chemical compound of “runner’s high” drawn out, these creative running tattoos are a permanent medal worn with pride.…
The following post was originally featured on Fit Bottomed Girls and written by Alison, who is part of POPSUGAR Select Fitness. Dear Running, When I first met you many years ago, I wasn’t a fan of yours at all. I mean – let’s be real here – all my previous encounters with you had been…
Congratulation on signing up for a marathon! Now all you need a training schedule. This plan is geared for experienced runners – two-plus years of regular running – who have a background in running longer distances and also have some half-marathons and marathons under their belt. Following this schedule should give you the edge to…
When you’re training for a race, foam rolling is vital. This self-massaging technique loosens stiff muscles and helps keep fascia (connective tissue in muscles) loose. Foam rolling, along with stretching and cross training, can help prevent repetitive stress injures that could disrupt training. We want to keep you healthy and strong leading up to race…
Let me start by saying that if you’re running with any kind regularity, you’re already a badass in my book. Running is hard. If you’re struggling to feel like a badass out there, though, try these tips the next time you lace up your running shoes to reap the full emotional rewards of putting one…
The ground is thawing, and the sun is starting to hang around a little longer, meaning you have fewer and fewer excuses to skip your daily run. Get ready for springtime showers and sunshine with a fresh running wardrobe: springy shoes, water-repellent tights, light jackets, and sun-shielding hats from some of your favorite brands. Source:…
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…
Burn 60 – Reese Witherspoon‘s a fan, and it shows. By combining high-intensity intervals on the treadmill with serious strength work, this 60-minute class targets every muscle group in the body while never letting the heart rate drop. Hard? Yes. Fun? Totally. Unfortunately, to get to an actual class, you need to be in LA.…
If you’re a runner, chances are you’ve experienced a running-related injury or two. “The most common issues I’ve seen from runners include knee pain, shin splints, tight hip flexors, and IT bands,” says trainer Eric Chen, who’s spent years teaching injury prevention classes. “Most of these injuries can be prevented with regular foam rolling, increasing…
