Relaxation is one of the most keys to running fast. When relaxed, a runner’s breathing is rhythmic and strong, his or her oxygen supply is not needlessly wasted on contracting tight muscles, and the runner’s mind is not full of panic, but rather focused and confident. Of course, saying “runner’s need to stay relaxed” is […]
Low Carb Diets and Running
Much has been made in the last 30 years or so about low carbohydrate diets. The basic idea of these types of diets, such as the Atkins diet, is to cause the body to switch from using glucose as an energy source and condition it to use stored fat as the primary source of energy.Using […]
Does Pre-Race Stretching Make You Slower?
Before any race, you will no doubt see most runners engaged in stretching. They will either be sitting on the ground trying to touch their toes, or pulling their foot back to stretch the quads. These runners want to ensure that their muscles are ready to race. But what if pre-race stretching actually hurts performance?In […]
