I am often asked how fast should one run in a race or even walk during training or in a race. Unless there is a cut off time, then I would always say to run at your own pace. But finally, here is an answer with scientific basis. Walk or run at a speed of at [...]
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Move Like Jagger, Run Like Ryan Hall
One of my resolutions for the new year is to run more and run faster. After being a bum in the races for 2011, I hope to join more races and get back to my previous finish times. I want to run at sub-60 in the 10K again and hopefully sent a PR of sub-2 [...]
Video: How to Check If You Need to Change Your Running Shoes
How often should you change your shoes is a common question among runners. Many books and websites will give a range of 400-600 kilometers or sometimes more. I even keep a mileage of my shoes to see if they need to be replaced or not. However, different shoe performs differently and different people have different [...]
Is it OK to run a marathon while pregnant?
Amber Miller made some headlines last week for giving birth after she completed the Chicago Marathon last October 9. She completed the marathon in about 6 hours, 25 minutes and 50 seconds. That is not her PR. She can run a marathon in 3.5 hours. Quennie completed a 16K while she was one month pregnant. [...]
Harvard unveils the Healthy Eating Plate
Experts at Harvard School of Public Health unviels the Harvard Healthy Eating Plate. It’s a modified version of the USDA’s MyPlate which was released early this year. The Health Eating Plate aims to correct the MyPlate. Experts at Harvard School of Public Health believes that the Healthy Eating Plate is more complete and shows [...]
Video: Karhu’s Intro to Forward Running
Karhu introduces Forward Running. It’s about having efficient runs and proper, dynamic running mechanics. The video from Karhu provides the elements of Forward Running. It involves arm movements, midsection posture, glutes and hamstrings, knees and quads, foot position, and ground contact. I believe that there is no one-size-fits-all running form. Compare the arm movement of [...]
Survey Reveals Top Hydration Myths Of Runners
A survey conducted by a group of researchers from Loyola Univerity Health System reveals the common hydration practices by runners which are not recommended by experts. According to the researchers, these practices may lead to overconsumption of fluids which will result exercise-associated hyponatremia. It occurs when runners drink even when they are not thirsty. This [...]
Just Finished a Marathon? Then Drink Beer!
A recent study showed that beer is a good drink for recovery after running a marathon. But it is not just any beer. The beer should be nonalcoholic. According to the researchers from Technical University of Munich, a consumption of 1-1.5 liter per day of non-alcoholic beer for three weeks before and two weeks after [...]
Don’t Judge a Banana By its Cover
Do you have a preference on the variety of banana you eat for your runs? Bananas have a soft place in every runner’s heart. Much as been said about this fruit and its benefits for runners. Bananas comes in different varieties. I recall during one of our science classes a long, long, long time ago. [...]
Is Running On Soft Ground Bad For You?
A recent article at NY Times says that running on soft surfaces can be hard on the body. While many would advice to run on soft ground like asphalt or dirt roads, some runners experience pain and injury while doing so. I also have the same thought. Landing on softer surfaces will be softer and [...]
Better Hydration Means Better Performance
Like many runners and athletes, I am particular with my hydration during races and during training. The longer and more strenuous my run is, the more important it is for me to drink and replenish the water lost through the sweat. And it is not just water that I need to keep at my fridge. [...]
Exercise is Good for the Brain
Exercise has a lot of benefits. We run to lose weight or reduce health risks. The book I am reading says, exercise also boost your brain power. How does exercise help boost memory and brain function. How much exercise do you need to help your memory? The book Brain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving and [...]
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