One of the ongoing criticisms of running is that it impacts your joints with constant shock. Running doesn’t have to lead to things like joint pain or arthritis. However, many with joint issues think they must give it up. Those who sustain injuries while running usually haven’t trained or prepared for the run correctly. There … Continue reading How to Protect Joints Running
Some aging adults think they need to cut back on strenuous exercises like running as they get older. Nothing can be further from the truth. You can start running at any age. The fact is that you will be a healthier person even if you picked up running later in life. There are people in … Continue reading How Old Is Too Old to Run?
When it comes to losing weight, most people will suggest you include running or jogging in your daily routine. When we talk about a good exercise for the heart, people would suggest these exercises, and they are not wrong to suggest them. Jogging and running help to improve your mental health. It can also make … Continue reading Running vs. Jogging: Which is Better?
People run for many reasons. Some run to stay in shape or lose weight. Others do it to get outside and take some deep breaths. Some runners just simply enjoy it. However, running can benefit a whole other group of people. It can help those with mental problems. Running has long been known as a … Continue reading The Mental Benefits of Running
You may be an experienced runner, but running on different terrains, such as mountain trails is an entirely different ball game. So to ensure that you are safe to take on these challenges, here are 5 tips for mountain running you should know: 1. Try to get comfortable running on technical terrain Whether you are … Continue reading 5 Tips When Mountain Running
If you cannot miss a run because you want to maintain a workout schedule, you have to be prepared for rainy days. Although running in the rain is not very safe, you can gear up to make sure you complete your daily running schedule and be safe while running on that slippery pavement. Even marathons … Continue reading How to Dress for Rainy Runs
Running is not very easy to get into, let alone fall in love with. Many runners have a love-hate relationship with running because it can sometimes feel like a chore. However, once you reach a certain point, you will love it more than you hate it, which is an excellent way to stay fit. If … Continue reading 5 Ways to Start Running and Fall In Love with the Sport
Spring and summer means many marathons. Some avid runners plan for this every year while newbies consider entering just one marathon in their state as a major goal for the year. Whatever your reason for wanting to run in a marathon, the secret is lots of advance planning. That is key to running safely without … Continue reading How to Train for a Marathon
Runners tend to focus on picking the right shoes for their daily trek but those who have been running a while say you should pay just as much attention to choosing the right socks. Those who pick poorly will end up with sweaty feet, blisters and sore ankles. Pick the Right Fabric Experienced runners say … Continue reading 3 Steps to Picking Running Socks
Ultramarathon runners endure pretty extreme conditions that are designed to test their mental and physical limits. The shorter Ultramarathons last up to 15 to 17 hours. But the most extreme Ultramarathons could reach up to 100 miles and last for days. During these events, some runners don’t even make it to the finish line. With … Continue reading What Happens to Your Body During an Ultramarathon?
