Monthly Archives: February 2012

Runners and Vitamin Supplements

According to the great majority of health experts, if you are eating a balanced diet, you don’t need to take vitamin or mineral supplement. Most studies show that the micro nutrient status in athletes’ blood is the same as that … Continue reading

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What is an essential element of any runner’s routine?

Answer: Stretching Our bodies are naturally designed like well-engineered cars. While we need to fuel our engines with proper nutrition, we also need to make sure that our wheels are properly aligned and rotating on the correct axis. If the … Continue reading

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First Annual Run to Work Day

Today is the First Annual Run to Work Day. According to the organizer, Shannon Price, the overall purpose of this event is to motivate, inspire, have fun, and replace a commute to/from work. For those of you who do not … Continue reading

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Race Face

I found some great photos of runners taken by an Austrian named Mark Probst. I edited and arranged a few photos in hopes of spotlighting the struggle and triumphs that are told through the runners face. Share

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Running Tours

If you are a runner and like to travel, you can combine your sightseeing and running needs by going on a running tour. You can either join a group of runners or order a personalized tour. The personalized tours will … Continue reading

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The greatest runner of all time

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Runners and Dogs

Here are some thoughts to consider on running with your dog. Overall Condition Make sure your dog is healthy enough to run the distances you will be asking of him/her. Different breeds are better suited for different types of training. … Continue reading

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Running Shoes For Prosthetic Limbs

Nike and triathlete Sarah Reinersten have teamed up to develop a rubber sole that fits over Ossur’s ‘flex-run’ prosthetic running blade. Sarah Reinersten is the first woman on a prosthetic leg to finish the Ironman World Championships. The Nike Sole … Continue reading

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