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Running is a relatively safe sport. But it doesn’t mean that you’re completely out of harm’s way when logging the miles. In fact, outdoor settings pose inherent dangers to runners. This is the case whether you run in a stadium, a park, a remote trail, a quiet neighborhood, or inside urban areas. There are dangers …

Who doesn’t love cookies? Sadly, these baked goods are nothing but empty calories that provide zero to little nutritional value That’s why if you often reach for junk foods, you’re going the wrong path—a path of weight gain, obesity, diabetes, and a long list of nightmares. I can go and on about the importance of …

Summer is a great time for running. It’s the ideal opportunity to shed winter’s layers and hit the outdoors. But when the temperature rises, running becomes a huge physical undertaking, and intense running can be quite dangerous. In fact, run too long in the heat leads to heatstroke—that excruciating fatigue that makes you feel like …

Whether you’re running to lose weight, or training for a marathon, proper running shoes are key. I don’t want to scare you off from the get-go, but choose the wrong running footwear, and you risk plantar fasciitis, shin splints, blisters, black toenail, and other injuries. Your running performance will suck, too. That’s not cool at …

Nobody wants to get hurt, but eventually, running injuries are inevitable. The number of runners that get injured every year is shocking. A poll by the Runner’s World magazine revealed that more than 60 percent of its readers suffered from a running injury over the past year. Other surveys estimate that up to 50 to …

So, you have decided to give the ketogenic diet a try. Well done. Keep it up! But unless you don’t mind eating eggs and bacon every day, you’ll need a few recipes to help you stick to the keto lifestyle. Today I got you covered with following savory recipes as you need. Relying primarily on …

Regular running helps you lose weight, increase fitness level, and get you into the best shape of your life. But it’s possible to have too much of a good thing. In fact, run too hard/far/fast without letting your body recover properly, and you could wind up tired, sick, or burned out. That’s why learning about …

Eat the right things at the right times, and you’ll run better. In fact, if you’re serious about reaching your full potential, you cannot ignore the importance of a proper runner’s diet. Being a runner means more than just logging the miles. Having your nutrition plan dialed in is equally important. This is the case …

I love running in the summer, and I believe it’s a great time for outdoor exercise (and so is every season of the year). But, exercising in the summer can be tricky, especially when temperatures soar. The harsh conditions can wreak havoc on your running routine as well as your body, especially if you don’t …

Staying well hydrated while running is key both during the winter season and through the long hot summer. In fact, if you do any sort of exercise, drinking enough water, before, during, and after your workouts is vital for performance and injury prevention. This shouldn’t surprise you at all! Here is the good news. Staying …

Looking to improve your performance, speed up recovery, and increase total health and fitness? Then, you can’t neglect your pre- and post-run nutrition. If you don’t adequately address this, odds are you might not make it down the road. In fact, consuming the right nutrients at the right times is just as important as the …

Staying well hydrated while running is key both during the winter season and through the long hot summer. In fact, if you do any sort of exercise, drinking enough water, before, during, and after your workouts is vital for performance and injury prevention. This shouldn’t surprise you at all! Here is the good news. Staying …

Whether you run for fun or preparing for your 29th marathon, leg muscle cramps when running can haunt you on the road. These muscle knots are universal, and they can take a toll on your running routine. But it’s not all doom and gloom. There’s a silver lining if you pay attention to possible triggers …

Can you run a 10K without breaking a sweat but can’t touch your toes even if your life depended on it? What about your strength? Are you the fastest runner in the block but can’t perform ten push-ups? What about your mobility? Hmmm. Don’t freak out yet if you’re starting to get alarmed by my …

If you’re serious about improving your running performance and reducing injury risk, you should deadlift, and deadlift a lot. But why? Running is, after all, an endurance sport that doesn’t require a lot of body strength. That’s wrong. So wrong! Here’s an interesting fact, strength training is a must for runners, and the deadlift, among …

Whether you’re a few runs away from reaching your ideal body weight or are in the thick of training for your 12th marathon, any little setback can put a real dent in your progress, especially when it’s something as common as the common cold. This is the moment when you should really ask yourself, “Should …

High-quality running shoes aren’t cheap. Costing in the upwards of $100 to $140 a pair, new kicks can set you back quite a bit. Finding the perfect sole-mates isn’t easy, either. That’s why once you find footwear that works the best for you, you should have a few tricks up your sleeve to make running …

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