running »

Brace Yourself – A Comparison of Knee Braces

Brace Yourself – A Comparison of Knee Braces

Editor June 22, 2012 4

ACL, MCL, cartilage, meniscus, patella, and dozens of other moving parts – no wonder knees are so easily injured. Whether you are a long-time sufferer of knee pain or you’ve noticed less stability in

Read More »
Cardio – How Much is Too Much?

Cardio – How Much is Too Much?

Editor May 15, 2012 11

There’s no disputing that cardio is an essential component of any total-body fitness regime. It boosts metabolism, strengthens the heart and lungs, improves endurance, promotes lean muscle,and burns excess fat like few other activities

Read More »
It’s All in the Wrist

It’s All in the Wrist

Editor May 9, 2012 7

Little things matter when it comes to squeaking extra performance out of your workout. Tiny adjustments can be the difference between two extra reps and five. Small changes to stance can dramatically decrease your

Read More »
Socks? Really?

Socks? Really?

Editor May 7, 2012 8

Footwear is an essential piece of equipment for nearly all fitness activities. Yet, most people stop after they’ve purchased shoes, skates, skis, etc. We can’t say we blame them – after dropping a few

Read More »
Hiking – Fit the Trail

Hiking – Fit the Trail

Editor April 25, 2012 2

When your travels take you someplace with a lot of natural outdoor beauty;  you’re also getting up close and personal with an exhilarating and healthy leisure activity. Hiking and trail running offer more than

Read More »
Running for Your Life!

Running for Your Life!

Editor April 16, 2012 Comments Off

Whether you’re running from killer kites like Charlie Brown, or jumping over hurdles like a cross country All-American, or running on wet sand like the ever so inspirational Olympic hopefuls in Chariots of Fire,

Read More »
Training for a Marathon

Training for a Marathon

Editor April 12, 2012 14

Running a marathon is a physical accomplishment of epic proportions, and one that will earn you eternal bragging rights. But training for a marathon involves more than just getting out there and running. Proper

Read More »
Impact = Results?

Impact = Results?

Editor April 6, 2012 4

Punishing yourself at the gym or on the treadmill can feel good at the moment and may even help reduce stress. But does that extra impact = results? Truth is it may not be

Read More »
My Running Euphoria

My Running Euphoria

Editor September 15, 2011 9

Whether your running for your life like Charlie Brown, or jumping over hurdles like a cross country All-American, or running on wet sand like the ever so inspirational Olympic hope-full’s in Chariots of Fire,

Read More »