When roadrunners make the move to trail running they may discover their pace slows over comparable distances. In this post, we explore trail running vs road running times to explore why such pace changes may occur. When comparing trail running vs road running times the overall pace of trail running will be slower. Trail running’s […]
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We all have busy lives and try to live them in the most balanced manner possible. On top of committing ourselves to doing well at work, we make time for our families and friends. In between those priorities, we make time for exercise and the enjoyment of running. Sometimes all of these commitments overlap and […]
By its nature, running is a repetitive sport. Trail running definitely provides more terrain variation, but the simple act of running is still repetitive. Overuse injuries, reduction in motivation, and constantly stressing the same muscles and tendons can have negative impacts on your body and mind. This is why I’ve put together a list of […]
Anybody running long distances will eventually experience some stomach issues. Sometimes those stomach issues result in disaster for your times if you need to stop to use the toilet. Even worse, what would you do if there was no toilet around? Knowing how to stop runners trots is important for those of us wanting to limit […]
Sometime between the ages of 20 and 25, human lungs become fully mature. Once we reach the age of 30 to 35, our lung functionality may begin to decline. Declining lung functionality is a natural thing that everyone faces. There are, however, ways to ensure that your lungs are performing optimally. If you are a […]
If you are being stalked by a mountain lion the situation should be treated with the utmost seriousness. Mountain lions, also referred to as cougars and pumas, are efficient predators that can be a real threat to your life if you meet face to face. While encounters with a mountain lion are unlikely, it is […]
Trail running with bear spray might seem ridiculous, but there are some instances where it could be wise. While bear attacks are rare, the 2017 fatal bear attack of 16 year old Patrick Cooper during an Alaskan trail race has runners on edge. This particular attack occurred during the 29th annual Robert Spurr Memorial Hill Climb race. […]
Whether a guy or a women the challenges of running with long hair are the same as they’ve always been, and in this post we take on these challenges. I went most of my life with hair no longer than a centimeter. Then I decided to see what would happen if I let my hair […]
There are countless marathon training programs available online. Of all the plans out there it seems there aren’t many for people working hard jobs. Most marathon training plans don’t address the challenges everyday people face when their jobs are difficult or physically demanding. In this post, we discuss training for a marathon while working a […]