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Best Cross-Training For Runners – All You Need To Know

Have you ever looked for any better kind of exercise for you as well as other runners? Do you believe that if you spend less time on running, you will potentially run faster and even minimize the risk of getting injured? That is true with cross-training. It is a combination of many types of exercises which […]

What Happens to Your Body When You Run

Ways Running Can Help You Lead a Happy and Healthy Life

If asked: “When we set out running regularly, what will happen to our bodies?”, I’m sure almost every one of us can give an immediate answer – we build up more stamina and tone up more muscle. At the same time, daily activities such as house cleaning or staircase climbing become much easier. Since a […]

How to Warmup Before a Run – Five Exercises to Do

Are you excited about running outside the street as quickly as you could? If yes, you have missed something which is crucial and vital for your body. On the one hand, this activity might help your body prevents the damage and the potential accidents that you do not know. This activity is warm up your […]

What is and How to Fix Flat Feet

Flat feet are not a disaster to your life. Most people have flat feet are still able to play and work with their daily activities without pain. However, it’s still unusual and sometimes, you will feel the pain and inconvenient. Because the arcs in our feet are acting like natural shock absorbers, they balance your […]

8 Basic Types of Runs for your Workout Routine

Running is well-known as one of the most effective calories burning workout, chosen by both amateur and professional trainees around the world. There are 08 basic types of runs, which have evolved through a long, wide-scale trial-and-error process and proved their effectiveness. Introduction If you want to get a perfect build without going to the […]

The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Trail Running

Among other things, I love trail running mainly because they have different terrains and challenges, which are unique in their own way. Wide, groomed trails with a limestone base and neat surface can lay a good foundation for those setting out to road run. Road running is a healthy but simple activity that requires little equipment. […]

14 Cardio Exercises That Burn More Calories than Running

Everyone knows that running is an effective exercise to burn calories and keep your body fit. However, it is not suitable for everyone, and to say running is the perfect choice for working out is a bit inconsiderate. If you want to change your workout routines and keep burning the same and even more calories, […]

Complete Beginner’s Guide to Barefoot Running

Have you ever thought that one day you would try to do something crazy like running barefoot in the street? Learn about this sport with our article.IntroductionI am sure that many people will frown with doubt if they are asked to take barefoot running. All they will think about are injuries that barefoot runners might […]

12 Reasons Why Your Muscles Have Stopped Growing and the Fix

Have you ever experienced any situation when your muscles aren’t growing at all, however strenuous your workout sessions are? For this problem, there is a wide range of factors that make you suffer this predicament. Here is a list of 12 factors that that may have hindered your muscle growth.1. You don’t sleep enoughRegular unsound […]

Standing Long Hours – Health Effects and Solutions

Do you have a job that requires you to stand for long hours? For example, athlete, flight attendant, janitor, traffic warden, hairdresser, hospitality staff, among many. If so, you may have noticed that aside fatigue and tiredness there are other significant effects it has on your body and health.This article will address some of these […]

21 Common Trail Running Mistakes You Should Avoid

When talking about trail running, you might find it frightening, however, in reality, it’s extremely exciting. Let’s begin your wonderful day by changing your morning routine. These simple tips will definitely help you to replace your familiar road with the very exciting trails with ease. I’m not always a seasoned trail runner, so I often […]

10 Best Supplements for Energy

The lack of energy may lead to various health complaints, therefore, a lot of people resort to the energy supplements as a replacement for gaining some pep. In fact, there are many safe supplements, which are very easy to find. They are capable of giving the adrenal system, which is the main stress-fighter of your […]

The Benefits and Risks of Barefoot Running

Running barefoot surely gives you a skin ground contact and some performance efficiency. So, there are a significant rising number of runners toward a running barefoot. It is widely favored due to many offered benefits like enhancing running efficiency, improving performance and also preventing injuries. Despite a few scientific and extensive data to define its […]

20 Habits of Highly Motivated Runners

Having a great endeavor of caring for their body, runners design for themselves a quotidian routine to maintain their determination and motivation. Such routine establishes some habits that are second nature to runners and assist them in setting and achieving their goals. The habits listed below are the mutual behaviors of the most motivated runners. They […]

How to Breathe While Running – Breathing Technique

Are you wondering whether it’s possible to breathe while running or not? Don’t worry since we’ve already asked some runners for help and learned that they always breathe in and out through their mouths. But to help you understand more about the principles of this rhythmic breathing, we will show you today the true breathing […]

Running Form Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Are you making any common running form mistakes during your workout? Keep reading our article and get all necessary information you have to know.IntroductionTo any people as well as athletes, running is considered as one of the most common types of sports for beginners as it has no need of any professional and special instructions. […]

5 Safety Tips to know when Running In The Cold

Despite the awful weather, the strong-willed runners always maintain their workout in the winter. But how they can keep a level of base fitness in this harsh condition? As a matter of fact, running in the cold is not difficult after you know five tips to keep yourself warm and run safely. Besides, you could […]

5 Ways Running Can Help You Lead a Happy and Healthy Life

It is no secret that running has many health benefits. Thus, it is good for your body and mind. However, it does not apply that something right for you is necessary to make you happy. But, is running an exemption? Based on my journey, running a few days a week makes me feel good. I […]

Running Shoe Parts – The Only Guide You Have To Know

Eyestay.Eyelet. Vamp. Countless terms of running shoe parts can disturb you as much as choosing the right shoes. Though, it is quite necessary for you to learn some running shoe parts before deciding. It would be helpful for your option. Upper Its name has already said its location – the “upper” part. This covers the […]

How to Improve Your Running Speed in an Effective Way

It is said that if you want to run faster, then you must practice hard. But, to improve your running speed, you also need to work things on the technical way. Every person can run faster and longer only if he/she runs in correct ways. To maximize your speed and performance for distance running, I […]

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