Plantar Fasciitis: Understanding and Treating Heel Pain from Running
However, Plantar Fasciitis does not have to put an end to your running career Plantar Fasciitis is an injury that can cause intense heel pain for runners, but it does not have to end your running career. An ankle sprain can severely impact your life, preventing you from running and participating in other activities. If you are a runner, you are more likely to get plantar fasciitis than other … [Read more...]
Running Injuries: The Most Common + How to Treat & Prevent
If you're injured and can't run, you're not the only one. About half of all runners will get injured each year. The most common cause of running injuries is overuse, though sometimes they can be caused by trauma, such as a fall or sprained ankle. A study published in 2015 in the journal PLOS One found that repetitive stress causes more than 80 percent of running injuries. Though often mild, … [Read more...]
Half Marathon Training: The Ultimate Guide + Training Plans!
Starting from being sedentary to training for a half marathon is a big undertaking that takes a lot of time, effort, and regular exercise. Although some effort is required, it's not all difficult labor. Training for a half marathon can be beneficial in many ways. Some benefits include increased energy levels, weight loss, improved mood, and a fresh perspective. Furthermore, this journey … [Read more...]
How to Hydrate During a Running Race
Consuming the right amount of liquids during a running event could mean the difference between achieving a personal record and having to drop out of the race. What steps can you take to ensure that you have adequate fluids during your event? You can either bring your own beverages or utilize an assistance station on the race track. Every strategy has its benefits and drawbacks, and each runner has … [Read more...]
How to Breathe When Running
When exercising (or doing any physical activity), it is essential that your body receives an adequate amount of oxygen. The consumption of oxygen enables glycogen, a saved shape of conveniently obtainable glucose, to be changed into energy needed for intensive activities, such as working out. Explore various hypotheses regarding the impact of respiration on jogging and instructions about the … [Read more...]
High Intensity Training For Endurance Athletes
Endurance training leads to better performance in aerobic activities by making it easier for the body to use oxygen and by increasing the skeletal muscle's ability to break down substrates. Although it is not as well known, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is just as good as, and might even be better than, the changes that are usually seen with traditional endurance training when it comes … [Read more...]
How To Breathe While Running (These Tips Will Help)
The issue with writing about how to breathe while running is that anyone who is writing on the topic is already an experienced runner. It's difficult to remember how much pain I felt when I started running. A lot of the advice given to beginners is to do simple exercises to help with breathing while running. Seriously! Who are they kidding? The purpose of this article is to assist you with … [Read more...]
How to Run in the Heat: 15 Strategies to Survive in Hot Weather
Running in the heat can be enjoyable and risky at the same time. Yes, it’s nice to exercise in warm, comfortable weather. However, you can risk serious injury if it’s too cold. The following lists 9 strategies that can be used to survive in hot weather. First, let's investigate the science behind it. The Basics of Thermoregulation To understand how our bodies cope with heat, it's … [Read more...]
Beginner’s Guide to Running
It's clear that running brings about beneficial effects on one's mental health, immune system, and physical wellness. But how does one get started with it? How should you begin? Is it necessary for one to struggle in order to become a runner and develop a fondness of the activity? After all, running is a simple sport. You don't require a health club subscription, tools, or lots of devices. In … [Read more...]