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Running shoes have come a long way in terms of design, comfort, and technology. One brand that has consistently been at the forefront of innovation is Nike. It is important to understand the differences between sneakers and running shoes, I wrote an article on this here. In particular, the Air Max series has gained popularity … Read more
Compression socks are a relatively new type of sportswear but are recommended by medical professionals for a range of different reasons. In this article, I will explain what compression socks do for running. Overall, compression socks increase recovery parameters from running by 6% if they are worn for 48 hours after running. Studies have also … Read more
Is it time to trade out last winter’s athletic footwear for a fresh pair of snug shoes? But as you walk into the store, you become overwhelmed by the array of different types of sports shoes on display, wondering, “What is the difference between sneakers and running shoes?” The main difference between sneakers and running … Read more
On sunny days, the heat from the sun and lack of wind can cause you to become incredibly uncomfortable when running. A good solution is to run shirtless. But, being shirtless can be seen as a bit odd, especially in certain settings. So, in this article, I will explain if it’s OK to run shirtless. … Read more
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
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
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
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
My children love to run. As soon as our kids got the hang of walking, usually between the ages 18-24 months, they automatically followed that up with something that resembles a jogging run. By the age of 5 years my son was completing (not running all of the way) a 5K parkrun. A child aged … Read more
Starting a running routine can be a great way to improve your overall health and fitness. Here are some steps to get you started:
