Is there a proper running form? There is a lot of buzz out there about proper running form. There are articles and studies from “experts” that seem to be completely contradictory. It causes chubby runners to second guess if they are doing it right and ask the following questions: Should I change my current running […]
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Breaking down sugar consumption Here’s a scenario that you’re probably familiar with. It’s 3 in the afternoon and you’ve got the post-lunch lull. You need a quick “pick me up,” so you reach for a Red Bull or some Skittles. You know you shouldn’t but you do it anyway. Great, now I have guilt, you
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4 benefits of breathing Breathing is one of those things you don’t really think about — until you can’t.  It’s one of those things that many of us take for granted. Have you ever exerted yourself so hard that you are just completely out of breath? Oxygen seems like a luxury at that point.  You
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Should I try night running? Night running can be a good change of pace to break up your training schedule. Morning. What’s your gut reaction to this word? Â You might think of some form of “Yay” or “Ugh.” Â There are people who have the unique ability to be bright-eyed and bushy-tailed in the morning. And
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6 ways to squeeze in a training run There is a commodity that none of us ever have enough of, time. We are short on time, there’s not enough time, and sometimes time is ever wasted. Constraints at that time are one of the biggest obstacles to a marathon training run. When your boss is
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5 strategies to beat food cravings No matter your level of craziness in the pursuit of healthy eating, you probably still get junk food cravings every once in a while. Â Did you know that indulging in these food cravings is essential to your mental sanity? The key is moderation. What I mean by moderation is
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Weight management for chubby runners Most runners share similar goals of increasing overall fitness level and becoming a better runner. I am not like most runners. I’m built differently and I like to eat pizza and cannoli more than the average guy. My goal is usually to lose weight. There’s nothing wrong with any of
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Don’t WAIT until you are ready to DIE to decide to LIVE. Dieter F. Uchtdorf
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5 tips to conquer running hills In your marathon training, you are bound to meet some hills, both physical and mental. In this post, we’ll address the topic of running hills and how to conquer them. Â Unless you’re a crazy person, running up and down hills can be excruciatingly painful. Some people look forward to
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3 ways to up your running game The ability to reach your full runner potential is all about trial and error. It is something that you work at over time gradually. There are so many different components that it can sometimes take several years to figure out the right recipe for you. When I first started running
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