How to Train for Your First Marathon
August 26, 2008
Many people are interested in running and completing a marathon or half marathon but they don′t know how to go about getting started. You would be surprised at just how simple it is to start running and to even enjoy it and benefit from it in untold ways. Running is a great pastime that will help you stay in shape and will even help you learn some motivational techniques that will help you in other aspects of your life. To get started you need to give your self plenty of time to start running and get in shape for the marathon. In general, you should give yourself six... Read more »
Improving Distance Running With Strength Training
August 26, 2008
If you are a long distance runner than you want to make sure that your exercise training program is as complete as possible in order to keep your body in peak running condition. Of course distance running can be improved by actually running long distances on a daily basis, however not everyone has time to run 20 kilometers a day to keep up their pace. So then what else can a runner do to truly go the distance, when they’re short on time? Well in order to make the most of your running time, and to make running easier, helping you to run longer distances without becoming fatigued, it is vital to improve your running economy. If you haven’t heard this term before, you are not alone. Running economy is... Read more »
Tips On Buying A Good Pair of Running Shoes
August 22, 2008
If you are really up and about to do running, may it be a habit or a form of your routine, you need shoes that can withstand such strenuous activity. The only way you can achieve this better goal is for you to be a little more careful with the kind of shoes you wear. 1. If running is already a part of your daily routine, chances are you will wear your shoes out. Running shoes are supposed to have shock-absorbing ability and this will be lost if you keep using the same shoes running everyday for six months. I suggest you get moving and buy yourself a new one once every six months. This will really get you going. 2. Be resourceful... Read more »
Training for a Triathlon Tips
May 17, 2008
It can be extremely exhausting if you’re training or a triathlon, but know this: It doesn’t have to be that way. Although a triathlon will challenge you physically, mentally, and emotionally, it can be a lot of fun too. Triathlons combine an exciting road race, bicycle tour, and swim meet into one competition. No matter what has sparked the desire in your to compete, there are some very important things that you should think about when starting your beginner triathlon training. First and foremost, you need an achievable training plan before you begin training for a triathlon. You need to know your weaknesses and the limits of... Read more »
Ponters On Long Distance Running
May 6, 2008
When preparing the body for long distance running exercises, a runner will usually perform warm up exercises just before the race. The period preceding the race might entail the runner doing warm-up exercises of another kind that are focused on getting the muscles ready for the stress that they will be under for a considerable period of time. A runner will generally warm up with a shorter run right before the race that is performed until some sort of perspiration is produced by the body. Most long distance runners will train... Read more »
How Sports Shoes Have Evolved Over The Years
March 22, 2008
We find ourselves in the midst of Olympic Games fever once again. Our top athletes are competing at the highest level and strive for top honours in their chosen fields. Most of the older will remember the rubber-soled plimsolls that were traditionally worn in PE lessons throughout most schools in Europe. These were available in any colour you liked as long as it was black or white. These have been replaced by air cushioned, gel filled capsules with superior technical performance. They come in a variety of colours, shapes and forms and are purchased as much for their appearance as their performance. The ground-breaking manufacturing... Read more »
Self-Defense Products for Joggers
March 2, 2008
Did you know that joggers are almost twice as likely to become victims of attacks as the population at large? And that doesn′t refer only to attacks by other humans; joggers are also at a higher risk of attacks by animals depending on where they live, most commonly: dogs, cougars, and bears. Unfortunately, the majority of joggers who have survived attacks report that they were not carrying any type of self-defense product on their person at the time of the attack. Most agree that had they been armed with a self-defense product, they may have... Read more »
New York City Marathon Magnificent
December 1, 2007
Inspiring performances on November 4, 2007 contributed to a classic New York City Marathon. Run on a crisp autumn Sunday, a record 39,085 runners took their positions on Staten Island. The NYC Marathon began in 1970, a result of the vision of the New York Road Runners, who continue to stage it. The initial race was contained to Central Park. This evolved into the present course, which runs through the five boroughs of New York. There’s a buzz throughout these locations each year in the weeks leading up to the event. This year’s race saw Paula Radcliffe of Great Britain emerge as the winner in the women’s division. Martin Lel of Kenya was the men’s winner. Edith... Read more »
Avoid These Common Training Errors When Running and Your Body Will Thank You
October 9, 2007
Running is one of the most heavily participated sports and recreational activities in the world. However, from a young age we are told to go out on the streets and run until we are tired. This may be alright for a while but further on down the road you will be likely to sustain an overuse injury that takes away your passion for running. In order to make running a lifetime activity you need to be aware of some of the contributing factors that lead to common running injuries. Once you acknowledge these injury causing factors then you can develop the right plan... Read more »
Texas Runners Find Many Benefits From The Activity
September 4, 2007
Why do runners run? For those who haven′t taken up the activity, the question may seem to be imponderable, given the pain, boredom and exhausting nature that seem to be part and parcel of the activity. The fact is, people living in Dallas, Houston and Austin, and throughout Texas, run for a variety of reasons, including simply to stay in shape and/or to maintain what they consider an ideal body weight. Experts say that a combination of diet and exercise is the most effective way to lose weight, as it triggers a loss of body fat and an... Read more »
