Most runners love to run. Our passion is what motivates us to get out of bed in the morning, it's what we discuss with our friends, and it's what makes us feel alive. We train hard regardless of the weather conditions. We run further on days when it feels as natural as a gazelle running on the savannah. We examine our data from the workout as soon as we get home. Despite the … [Read more...]

So you want to start to run? Most people find that they need to practice running in order to improve their skills. If you give up too soon, you'll miss out on a life-changing experience. Others persevere through the hard part in the beginning. They fall in love with running and can't get enough of it. We hope you’ll be one of those people. You'll be so proud of yourself after your first race … [Read more...]

  Having a strong core is important for anyone who wants to be physically successful, regardless of their chosen activity. The center of our body is essential for nearly all activities, so athletes need to have strong cores. Plank exercises are a great way to strengthen the core. Almost all of your muscles are engaged when you do a plank, with a particular focus on your core and … [Read more...]

You will be embarking on a journey that will be both physically and mentally demanding, but also incredibly rewarding. If you are running your first half marathon, you are in for an exciting and demanding experience that will be very rewarding. Crossing the finish line of your first half marathon is a moment you'll always remember, and the training will have been worth it. Running your first half … [Read more...]

  Long distance running sounds intimidating when you’re first beginning. It's hard to imagine that running double digits could ever feel normal when a mile or two feels like a struggle. When you train properly, running long distances can become easier and feel more natural. How to run long distances? Ah, the golden question. Most runners begin to want to run longer distances as … [Read more...]

  Many people aim to run a half marathon in under two hours. This goal is achievable for most runners who are in the middle of the pack. However – that doesn’t mean it’s easy. What is the sub 2 hour half marathon pace? To run a half marathon in less than two hours, you must maintain a pace of 9:09 per mile or faster. If you run at a pace of 9 minutes and 9 seconds per mile, you will … [Read more...]

  You followed your training plan perfectly and made nutrition a priority by fueling with whole foods. You were able to take all the breaks you needed during this marathon. In short, you nailed your training. But come race day, when the chips are down and you’re at mile 22, you start making deals with yourself: Trading “A” goal times for “B” goals… Adjusting your goal … [Read more...]

  The idea of changing running shoes often seems like too much to recreational athletes. While professional runners usually have between 5 and 10 pairs of running shoes, the thought of owning that many pairs might sound unnecessary for a regular, recreational runner. But is it? Most runners only need a few different pairs of shoes, but rotating between them can provide a number of … [Read more...]

Baby Bean is expected to be born in November of 2022 but the journey to get there was not very easy. The couple could not get pregnant the traditional way so they had to implement an embryo transfer. One of the most nerve wracking times during this process is the two weeks after the transfer where everything is hanging in the balance. After the two weeks the mother gets her beta hCG tested which … [Read more...]

The Hoka Carbon X3 shoe is an upgrade over the previous X and X2 version. This shoe has a new carbon fibre plate and the shoe is aimed to help you run at a faster speed but with less effort and greater recovery. These shoes are designed for very long runs and are great for those who like to compete in ultra's and marathons. This shoe is extremely light compared to the X2 with the men's coming in … [Read more...]