The Hatfield McCoy Marathon: History Meets Running!
Odds are that you’ve gotten into a dispute with a person in your life, but those odds certainly don’t suggest that the dispute became a historic concept across the country. This is definitely not the...
View ArticleHow to Handle a Snake Encounter on the Run
Some runners swear by the trails. Running off the beaten track is their fix (present company included), and they won't be caught dead plodding pavements. And while running in nature certainly has a...
View ArticleMarathon Spotlight: Zermatt Marathon
Switzerland, the picturesque land of Heidi and cowbells, has brought this amazing event to runners every year since 2002. The Zermatt Marathon usually takes place early in July during the European...
View ArticleDoes Running Ruin Your Knees? Finally, a Definitive Answer
Want to tick off a runner? Tell them they’re ruining their knees. I’m not sure how this old wives’ tale started, that running will ruin your knees, but I know it’s become so accepted that I probably...
View Articleparkrun Tourism: Taking a Passion for Running and Traveling to the Next Level
Think the humble 5K is not worth traveling for? Well think again. parkrun tourists from across the globe are making it their mission to complete as many different parkruns in their lifetime as...
View Article10 Best Fish Oil Supplements Tested and Reviewed
There are a multitude of benefits linked to consuming Omega 3 Fatty Acids. Among heart health, skin care, and brain function, these fatty acids go a long way in supporting the human body to work at its...
View Article10 Best Mosquito Repellents Reviewed and Compared
During the summer months runners love to take advantage of the extended daylight and cool temperatures in the early mornings and late evenings. Unfortunately for us, these prime running conditions also...
View ArticleOff on a Vacation? Visit One of These Runner-Friendly Resorts and Hotels
If your idea of the perfect vacation includes lacing up and exploring on the run, then listen up. Gone are the days of lugging around heaps of running gear or fretting about finding safe running routes...
View ArticleTop 10 Western U.S. Cities for Trail Runners
I don’t know about you, but I tend to find my universities, jobs and other big life decisions heavily weighted on proximity to trails and outdoor recreation. It’s all about LOCATION! My criteria...
View ArticleMarathon Spotlight: The Great Wall Marathon
Want to add a life changing experience to your bucket list of must-do races? The Great Wall Marathon is definitely it! The race is presented by Albatros Adventure Marathons and comes in an...
View ArticleScientifically-Backed Comebacks for Your Non-Running Friends' Negative Comments
A passion for running can be hard to explain. And it's particularly hard to explain to non-runners. Yes, getting out of bed early is hard. Yet we do it with a smile for the sake of a run. Running in...
View ArticleWhy Do Runners Eat Mustard and Other Odd Cures for Running Ailments
My son recently began running cross country for the first time. Of course, like any 12-year-old, the first place he turned when he needed information on how to become a better runner was Google. He is...
View Article10 Best Shampoos for Active People Tested and Compared
It always feels good to get clean after a workout and many runners feel a reasonable desire to shampoo their hair right after every run. However, excessive cleaning may do more harm than good for your...
View ArticleGuest Post: How To Win At Being Injured
Just as I’d reached full speed, everything came to a screeching halt. I had just achieved some running victories: my first half-marathon in 1:23, and 2nd place at USATF's Club Nats in the 10K. But...
View ArticleRunning and Alcohol: What You Need to Know
For many runners a post-race beer is as much a part of the racing experience as portaloos and energy chews. And while the occasional indulgence seems harmless enough, a number of athletes are...
View Article"The Running Event" Invites Top Race Directors to Their Conference and Trade...
The Running Event (also known as TRE) conference and trade show is inviting all elite race directors to register for their three-day package which will allow race directors to have a chance to network...
View Article10 Best Deodorants for Men Tested and Reviewed
Life can be stinky, especially when you are training hard. Love the way you feel after an intense stair workout? You probably do not love the way you smell, and would not want to smell like a wet gym...
View ArticleInspirational Runner: Morgan Arritola
Morgan Arritola sat at my living room table on a sunny July afternoon, chatting away with my housemate about those glove-like running socks that have a little spot for each toe. I quickly learned that...
View ArticleHibernating Through Winter? Surprising Reasons to Get out There and Move
Sticking to a running routine through winter can be a challenge. Not only do shorter days leave less time for heading out before or after work, but colder temperatures make snuggling up on the couch...
View ArticleGuest Post: How To Win At Being Injured
Just as I’d reached full speed, everything came to a screeching halt. I had just achieved some running victories: my first half-marathon in 1:23, and 2nd place at USATF's Club Nats in the 10K. But...
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