Pain in the knees after running is a common phenomenon. It is runners who have recently begun to engage in sports activities are the ones who state unpleasant sensations. The fact is that the knee joint has a very complex structure. Constant movements create a substantial load, which increases significantly when you run. Moreover, pain […]
There’s nothing better for the human body than proper nutrition, adequate hydration, and physical activity. Physical activity has numerous benefits, including lowering the risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, heart conditions, and premature death. It is also one of the best ways to relax! Sports are a fun and interesting way to incorporate physical […]
Two weeks before the Chicago Marathon, I bought a new model of the shoes I’d been training in and started running in them to try to break them in for the race. I bought them without trying them on because I figured Saucony probably wouldn’t change much about the shoe between models. I was mistaken, […]
Running is one of the best physical activities that you can do. It doesn’t require any equipment, can be done almost anywhere, and doesn’t cost any money. Compared to some of the other sports, for running you don’t need anything else than a good will and maybe a pair of running shoes, that is if […]
Science is now suggesting that you think twice before feeling smug about making it on to the treadmill this morning. A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that running too frequently may increase your mortality rate. Researchers studied 5,000 healthy adults, 1,098 of whom were runners and 3,950 of whom could […]
Cardio is something that everyone should do, especially those who are really committed to improving their health and reaping all of the benefits from cardiovascular exercise sessions. Many people are not really informed about the differences between aerobic and anaerobic exercise, but luckily we are here to clear some things up for you. Today we’re […]
In March, I signed up for a 5k called Bacon Chase that took place in June (the lure being that you got unlimited bacon at the end). I figured by the time it rolled around, I’d be ready for it. So, of course, I proceeded to not prepare at all and then run it anyway to […]
In my continuing quest to become a runner, I’ve conquered a number of mental obstacles, but until recently, had yet to figure out the solution to a more tangible challenge: finding running clothes that are comfortable and functional for my big-busted, short, curvy body (not exactly the shape most athletic companies cater to). After finally tracking down my […]
I started running regularly about six months ago, moving slowly from the “Oh My God I Hate This So Much” stage to the “Hey This Is Kind Of Cool” stage to the “If I Go More Than 2 Days In A Row Without Running I Miss It And Get Really Aggro” stage, which is where I’m […]
