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You and your friend have been training for this 10k for months. You’ve done your speed sessions together. You’ve shared the private details of your […]

Maybe it’s the endorphins, but in general, runners are typically a pretty friendly bunch. They’ll give you advice on gear and routes for days, […]

The tears started flowing early, about half way through the first mile. It was my first half marathon since having children, my first long race in almost 13 […]

With the Boston Marathon just days away, many people are excited to see what this year’s race will bring. This is one of the largest marathons in the […]

Race day is almost here. How are you feeling? Excited? Nervous? Somewhere in between? It’s normal when, leading into a race, you feel your nerves start […]

Why do you run? For health reasons? To get ready for a race? Because someone said you should? Whatever your reasons are, hopefully running is also enjoyable. […]

If you’re looking to add a little spice to your supplement regimen, look no further than curcumin—a potent compound extracted from the turmeric […]

Are you planning to run an upcoming marathon? Even for the most seasoned of runners, the smallest change to your training can throw you off track. To get to […]

I don’t know about you, but there aren’t many things I love more than running on a mild, sunny afternoon. Unfortunately, I live in the Northeast […]

Though running is very much a solo endeavor, your support system can’t be overlooked. Even if you have a running partner, there might be more people in […]

Having support when you train is such an important part of running. Sometimes that support comes in the form of encouraging texts or attending your races, and […]

Running as a sport has really gained popularity in recent years, not surprisingly, as more evidence backed by science shows that it’s not only good for […]

Lacing up your shoes and heading out for a run is not only healthy for your body, it’s also good for your mind. But what happens when your weekly […]

You’ve done it. You’ve signed up for a race you haven’t done before. This might be a new distance, a location that’s different such as […]

Magnesium is one of the most plentiful minerals in our bodies, and it’s responsible for over 300 chemical reactions—nearly every cell in the body […]

Recovery is a crucial part of any training regimen, and in recent years, many different devices and techniques have been developed to power athletes through […]

Are you experiencing headaches, night sweats, weight gain (specifically in the midsection), and increased anxiety or depression? Rattling off all those […]

Do you always run by yourself? If so, you might be missing out on the perks a running community provides you. Have your sights set on a big race? A running […]

We can all use a little help keeping track of workouts, our diets, and our overall health and wellbeing. In this increasingly digital age, being able to do so […]

If I asked about your running goals, what would you tell me? Would you talk about how you want to improve your PR? Stay healthy and injury-free? Place in […]

When it comes time to race, more often than not, music isn’t allowed. Though safety is often cited as the reason for no headphones, there is also debate […]

Whether it’s a minor ankle sprain or a more serious health scare, when an illness or an injury sidelines you, it can be challenging to jump back into […]

One of the reasons people run is that zone they get into – that mental space where they’re absorbed in what they’re doing, are fully present, […]

When your weekly park runs aren’t challenging enough anymore and you really could use a change of scenery, it’s time to search beyond your […]

Are you hesitant to jump on the kale train? You know, that prehistoric looking green that has surged in popularity in recent years? We often hear kale being […]

Be it the holidays, a vacation, or just life in general, most runners hit a slump at some point. One minute you’re pounding the pavement regularly, […]

When it comes to running, you likely do a lot to prepare. You run (obviously!), you make sure your shoes and gear are in good shape (like you), you eat well to […]

Each year there are a number of diets that make their way to the top of the list. 2018 is no exception and a few weeks ago US World and News Report gathered […]

Runners can be prone to joint problems, especially those in the big toes, hips, ankles, and spine. These issues hurt their form and can make their joint […]

Growing up, I was active with dance but never coordinated enough to play team sports. I didn’t make the volleyball team, gymnastics team or softball team […]