6 Ways to Practice Mindful Eating During Race Season
by Megan Meyer, PhD, IFIC Training and racing have always been a huge part of my life. After more than …
Numerous tips on improving performance for all levels from joggers to Nordic walkers to marathoners.
by Megan Meyer, PhD, IFIC Training and racing have always been a huge part of my life. After more than …
You want to increase your running speed and cut down your time but aren’t sure where to start. Many of …
There is a lot of debate surrounding the idea of sex before competition. While old-school-minded athletes claim that refraining from …
Treadmill running is popular with athletes of every ability allowing runners to control pace and gradient at the touch of …
When someone asks you what your fitness goal is, it would be safe to assume that you’ve never said, “To …
A 10K race is one of the harder races on your body. Typical times for non-professional runners range from 30 …
Injuries and overuse syndromes are common in runners and can quickly take the fun out of exercise. One of the …
Does your knee hurt after a run or other workout? It’s not always runner’s knee; you may be suffering from …
Exercise is generally separated into aerobic/endurance training and power/strength activities. Long-distance running is an example of aerobic/ endurance, whereas high-intensity …
Have you been running a consistent distance for some time but not seeing the fitness results you want? Do you …
During the cold months of the year, your immune system is sometimes weakened, making you more susceptible to sniffles, sore …
After intense running or challenging races, your legs need a full recovery to perform on point again. Your body might …
When we exercise, our body uses carbohydrates, fat, and acids to propel our movement. Some types of exercise burn fat …
Do you feel pain on the inner side of your knee? You may suffer from pes anserine bursitis, also called …
Sometime in the future, a distance you found challenging will feel more manageable. When that happens, it means you’ve increased …
Striking a balance between running and strength training isn’t easy and often leads to confusion among runners. How can one …
