If you are a competitive runner or enthusiast, you have probably heard of Ultramarathons. It has gained popularity not too long ago, and it has become one of the most challenging types of marathons you can join. What is an Ultramarathon? An Ultramarathon is a run that covers distances longer than any standard marathon. The … Continue reading Everything you need to know about Ultra Marathons
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Regulating Hormones to Run
Women runners have a problem men don’t. Women have more and stronger hormone changes and that can affect how well you run and how hard you train. Estrogen is a hormone that is highly important to women. It helps women’s strength and is a key factor in endurance. Progesterone makes the need for oxygen greater … Continue reading Regulating Hormones to Run
How to Avoid Cramps When Running
Getting runners’ cramps when running is common, especially for beginners. However, you can learn to prevent it from happening and learn how to act quickly when you feel it strike. But before you can learn how to prevent cramps, you must know the origin of each type. There are different types of cramps you may … Continue reading How to Avoid Cramps When Running
What is Running Meditation?
You probably already know that running and meditation are essential for your mental and physical health? However, what you probably did not know is that running and meditation can be one activity that can help you become a better runner. It combines mindful meditation and running, and enables you to reap the benefits of each … Continue reading What is Running Meditation?
How to Prepare for an UltraMarathon
Training for your first UltraMarathon is going to take a lot of guts. It requires motivation, a desire to accomplish a feat that not all people can attempt, and it requires you to have the physical ability to do so. Narrowing things down, you need motivation and a strong body to withstand running long distances … Continue reading How to Prepare for an UltraMarathon
Running Is Trending In Spite of Virus
The pandemic may have made news all through 2020 and 2021 but many people around the world are challenging it with running. Running, and all forms of it, are up globally. Information from fitness devices and numerous apps suggest that running took off in 2020, during the height of the pandemic. Running and jogging increased … Continue reading Running Is Trending In Spite of Virus
5 Tips for UltraMarathon Runners
Are you looking to put your running skills and endurance to the test? If it is your first time running an UltraMarathon, these tips we prepared for you might help you get to that finish line. Mind you, these tips are not for the faint of heart, so make sure you are up for it, … Continue reading 5 Tips for UltraMarathon Runners
Exercise Off the Course That Runners Need
Runners don’t always think about exercise they should do away from running courses. They like to stretch and then take in a run. However, doing other types of exercises during the bleaker, winter days can improve your running performance. Strength Training Strength training, such as working out with weights or resistance bands, is one of … Continue reading Exercise Off the Course That Runners Need
Can You Get Injured From Running?
Running is one of the most popular ways, not only to lose weight and stay fit but also to maintain overall wellness. Although running has many benefits, there arex some disadvantages to overdoing it and doing bad running practices, which can lead to unwanted injuries that can affect your everyday life. Over 40 million Americans … Continue reading Can You Get Injured From Running?
Can Running Help Fight COVID?
Two new studies show that regular exercise, like running, can help prevent you from getting COVID and also lessen your symptoms should you get it. The British Journal of Sports Medicine published a study where researchers showed that those who had regular exercise before getting infected with COVID likely would not need hospitalization, ICU care … Continue reading Can Running Help Fight COVID?