Which Running Shoes Are Not Made in China?

China produces a huge range of products that are high quality. However, some people prefer to buy products made only in certain countries. An increasing number of people are keen to buy products made locally in their country. Today, I will explain what running shoe brands are not made in China. As a general rule, … Read more

How To Run With A Phone Without Pockets

Many runners like to take their phones with them since they can use various running apps to track their data, and it’s a handy device to have with you. You may have noticed, however, that a phone poses some challenges to runners since you don’t want to hold it the whole time or where you … Read more

Do Running Shoes Make You Faster?

You may have chosen to take running more seriously, but you wonder if buying a new pair of running shoes would make sense. Especially if you still go to college or have a limited budget, you may not want to splurge on the extra for running shoes if they don’t make a big difference. Are … Read more

Why Are Running Shoes So Colorful? 

Have you ever walked into a Famous Footwear or a Payless shoe store and gawked at the amount of loud, obnoxious colors displayed on the shelves? Being an athletic devotee in need of a fresh pair, you enter the store and make your way to the running shoe section. Before even going to your size, … Read more

Is Cake Good For Running?

Cake is a delicious snack or dessert and often after a small slice, you can find yourself eating more, exactly like I do. One issue with cake is that it’s reasonably high in sugar and carbs, and it can be tempting to overeat after running. Today, I will explain whether cake is good for running. … Read more

What Does Running Do To Your Body?

The Zombie Apocalypse Survival Guide advocates, “Run. Because zombies will eat the untrained ones first!”. People run for various reasons, and if zombies don’t motivate you to run, then perhaps the changes in your body might.  If you are a non-runner or have just started running and are uncertain if you like it, there are … Read more

Do running shoes lose cushioning?

Over time, you notice how your running shoes make your legs feel stiff after a running session. You bought running shoes with a comfortable amount of cushioning, but you may wonder if the shoes lost their cushioning over time. After all, the shoes feel less comfortable than when you first bought them. Do running shoes … Read more

Should I Replace Running Shoes Every 6 Months?

Running shoes wear out over time, and some last longer than others. When they wear out the soles can become uneven and can cause injury. Today, I will explain how often running shoes should be replaced, and if they need to be replaced every 6 months. As a general rule, you don’t need to replace … Read more

Differences Between Men’s And Women’s Running Shoes

Men and women run in a slightly different ways. The angle at which the foot hits the ground, the amount of force applied, and the foot shape is all gender-specific. That’s why there is a distinction between male and female running shoes, to customize foot support and optimize comfort. But what are the biggest differences … Read more

Do You Run Faster on an Empty Stomach?

To say there are conflicting views out there on this topic would be an understatement. I have my own view but wanted to see what others thought so I did some research on this very important and practical topic to find out. The professional opinion in both the medical and the sports fields tend to … Read more