Running Injuries
How to Prevent and Treat Foot Blisters When Running
Get tips and suggestions for how to prevent and treat foot blisters, so you can run without worrying that a painful blister will ruin your run. […]
Running
Racing
How to Pick the Right Race to Run
Having a race on your calendar is great motivation to keep running. But it’s important to pick the right race to run so you don’t start to regret your decision. If you’re not excited about […]
Running Gear
How to Foam Roll Hamstrings and IT Band
Massaging your hamstrings and illiotibial (IT) band on a foam roller is an excellent way to keep your hamstring muscles and IT band from getting too tight. It’s especially beneficial if you’ve been prone to […]
Racing
5 Common Racing Mistakes to Avoid
A running friend made a classic first’s timer racing mistake in her marathon last year. She felt so good during her first mile, that she dropped her pace to about 30 seconds faster per mile […]
Running Basics
Exercises for Runners to Make Running Easier
Have you ever struggled during a run and thought to yourself (or maybe even said out loud), “Man, I wish this was easier!”? Well, you can run more comfortably and efficiently by doing some simple […]
Running Basics
18 Tips for Getting Started With Running
Training for your first race? Just getting started with running? Whatever your running goal or level, there are always small changes you can make to improve your running. Here’s expert advice and strategies to help […]
Running Injuries
How to Self-Treat Running Injuries
Running is a fantastic way to stay fit, relieve stress, and maintain overall health, but injuries can sometimes derail your running plans. Whether it’s a nagging pain or an overuse injury, knowing how to treat […]
Running Injuries
5 Running Mistakes That Could Lead to Injury
Most running injuries are not caused by one little mistake, such as losing your footing as you’re running on a trail. They usually develop over the course of weeks, when you’re making LOTS of little […]
Running
Tips for Running in the Rain
Running in the rain can be a refreshing change of pace, but it also presents a unique set of challenges. Whether you’re training for a race or just enjoy staying active, there are ways to […]
Running Basics
8 Post-Run Stretches for Runners
Stretching offers numerous benefits for runners, but runners should always be careful to warm-up muscles with some warm-up exercises or a brisk walk or jog before stretching. Post-run is a great time to stretch because […]