New runners often neglect their socks. They go all out on the shoes, shorts, and shirts (maybe a hat), but don’t bother with the things on their feet.
But having the wrong socks is a surefire way to turn a run into a slog of misery ...
There’s not much worse than returning from a great run, only to be hit by a wave of nausea, dizziness, or headaches that ruins the rest of your day. This can happen even if you think you've drunk enough water during your run, and the ...
Goggles may seem like a tiny piece of equipment that isn’t of much consequence. But believe me - the wrong pair of goggles on your face can ruin a triathlon when it's barely even started.
There’s a right way and a wrong way to size ...
Neuropathy is a debilitating condition that causes pain and numbness, often in your feet. That’s why wearing the correct footwear is a must! And even if you aren’t a runner, running shoes are often your best option to help ease ...
Reading while you run on the treadmill is a great way to distract your mind and muscles from the effort. It’s almost like tricking yourself into running for longer and getting a better workout.
But it’s important to choose a solid ...
Injuries are a part of running, and even though we can take precautions against them, it’s likely we will all need to deal with them at some point.
When you sustain a running injury, you often hear the acronym "RICE": Rest, Ice, ...
Running on a treadmill is a great way to train when it’s cold, dark, or raining. But sometimes it can be hard to get a workout that is equivalent to running on the road.
Adding an incline can help to change up the muscles you work and ...
Most runners do some form of cross-training at home. Maybe you like having a variety of options for working out, or perhaps you just live in a bad-weather area and need some form of safe, dry training!
If you don’t have an at-home ...
Overheating can be a real problem on the road. I’m sure we’ve all experienced it at one time or another; that exhausting, dizzying feeling that’s the equivalent of a running hangover.
But it doesn’t just hamper your running. When ...
GPS watches have become an indispensable tool for runners and outdoor adventurers alike. Your watch can be so much more useful than telling you the time and how fast you ran your last lap.
If you’re a serious runner or a hiker, the ...
