The Guardian has an interesting article on five reasons why runners should not give up on running. It can be easy to make up an excuse for missing a run, whether it be feeling tired, convincing yourself that running is bad for you (“hurts the knees”), or assuming that the weather is too bad for […]
How to layer properly when running in the cold
Cold weather running is one of the biggest challenges for a year-around training program. From the risks of slipping on ice to the extreme difficulty of trying to run through inches of snow, the winter can put a damper on training. One way to make it through the cold weather months is to layer your […]
Building a solid base of slow running will get you faster in the future
Run Run Live has a good blog post about the importance of building a strong mileage base of aerobic running. The idea of building a proper base is difficult for many runners. Long slow running can be monotonous and it takes great patience to run the adequate amount of mileage prior to jumping into speed […]
Study casts doubt on benefits of minimalist running shoes
One of the fiercest debates in running circles is whether minimalist running shoes provide a greater benefit than traditional running shoes. Proponents of minimalist shoes state that they help strengthen the foot and thus cut down on injuries. However many podiatrists caution that minimalist running shoes are not for everyone – especially people who have […]
New study shows toll that ultramarathons take on the body
A recent study of ultramarathon runners shows how common injuries are among runners who race more than 26.2 miles. The results, which come from the fittingly named ULTRA (Ultrarunners Longitudinal TRAcking) Study, include the health data and running experiences of 1212 ultramarathon runners who had recently completed an ultramarathon. Of that total, 933 reported some […]
Build and Maintain a Mileage Base to Improve Your Racing
One of the tough parts about racing is the long period of training leading up to a race. Some runners don’t mind jumping into a race without much fitness, but others want to be in the best shape possible. To avoid the necessary evil of planning out six months of training for one race, make […]
