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. [...]
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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 [...]
14 Important Tips on What To Do the Day Before the Marathon
You have completed the hardest part of your marathon training but it doesn’t calculate the outcome of your race. Additional intense training prior to the race can only prompt injury. What you do the day before the marathon can greatly affect your race performance. A personal checklist and some tips on what to do one [...]
Pinto Beans and Lentils
You should try this simple vegetarian food. I love eating baked beans from the can but this time, I added some twist to it by adding lentils and pairing it with hot tortilla chips. This was my dinner already. This dish is simple to prepare. In fact, all of them are from the shelf. I [...]
Video: How to have an ice bath for recovery
I often hear that having an ice bath after a marathon or after a long run is great for recovery. I even saw this picture of Meb Keflezighi from New York Times sitting on a cold stream to help recover. He seems to love it as he prepares to defend his titile in the New [...]
Five New Things To Do to Spice Up Your Running Life
Are you getting tired of the usual train-and-race routine? Maybe you find it boring already to keep on running for the same reason and running in the same places. It’s time to spice your running life a little. It doesn’t require fancy gadgets or the latest shoe models. It may require a little change of [...]
Marathon Training Programs for Every Runner
Marathon is becoming more and more popular. The number of participants are increasing every year which keeps breaking the previous records. Whether you wanted to reach the finish line or you have a time goal in mind, the key in any marathon is a proper training program to make your running pleasurable and rewarding. Runners [...]
Seven Tips on How to Recover After a Marathon
Congratulations! You’ve done a great job in finishing a marathon. Now what? You don’t just halt to a stop when you cross the finish line. The minute you finished a marathon, you slow down to recover from a marathon. What you do the first few minutes, hours or even days after a marathon is as [...]
Video: Running For Beginners at PinoyMD
This video is a feature from the show PinoyMD at GMA. It was a timely feature since it was shown on January 2 as part of their New Year’s Special. They featured running to encourage beginners to try it out as an exercise to stay fit for the year. Perfect for those who have “lose [...]
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