Maybe your friends think you’re crazy for wanting to run an ultra-marathon. I say you should be proud of yourself for doing your best to overcome your limits, being courageous, and becoming stronger. The following tips on how to train for an ultra-marathon will even work for those of you who want to complete a …
A good running shoe is comfortable and fits perfectly. However, finding one is not easy. Running shoes mean a lot to your kids and teenagers. If you want to encourage them to partake in sporting activities and athletics, picking the best running shoes should be on your priority list. Would you ever go running in …
Running is one of the most useful exercises you can indulge in to keep yourself healthy. It gives you ample energy, improves blood circulation, and overall strengthens your body’s immune system. However, you can only accomplish the “run every day” target provided you wear comfortable running shoes. Without the support of well-fitted running shoes, you …
Running is one of the most primitive sports for human beings. Since the dawn of time, humans were running in their own means, whether it meant hunting for game or running in the wild. If you can imagine, at that time, these humans were running barefoot with no support on rough terrains. As time progressed …
Flat Feet, Fallen Arches, and “Pes Planus” Flat feet, also referred to as “fallen arches” or its medical name “pes planus”, means that the sole of your entire foot makes contact with the floor when standing. Some individuals have a flat foot only when standing, indicating they may have weak arches; others have a flat …
Nike, Adidas, New Balance, Saucony, Reebok… with today’s shoe technology you would be hard-pressed to find a leading brand without a running shoe in the mix. The list goes on into the more specialized Brooks, Asics, Mizuno, Newton, Altra, Hoka One One, Salomon, and more. On top of brands, there is comfort, support, and of course, style, to consider. How do you …
Are you working out in your hiking shoes? Do your running shoes double up as your Cross Fit training shoes? Do you often slip on the gym floor while working out? Well, if the answer to most of the questions is “YES,” then you’re not using the appropriate shoes for training purposes. Nevertheless, you’re not …
No matter how hard you try, do you always end up buying the wrong shoes? Are you fed up of blisters and hot spots that irritate your feet when you run long distances? Ouch, that sounds frustrating, and it is indeed. Whether it is trail running or mileage running, it takes a lot to pick …
If you happen to be a little overweight and are having doubts about whether to start running or not, just don’t! Running is for everyone. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. I myself started off as a heavy runner and there’s no shame in that. It’s more than common for people to venture into running …
If you’re a regular runner, has stinging heel pain become a common issue for you while running? If yes, then you should think about buying shoes with plush cushioning. While buying running shoes, runners often overlook the cushioning aspect. Style, material, outsole, weight, grip, etc., are some features that grab maximum attention. However, cushioning should …
