Essential Trail Gear

Trail running can be an epic adventure. Traversing rugged paths, ascending mountains with changing climates, and exploring miles of nearly untouched earth can bring many pleasure and satisfaction. However, achieving such feats requires some essential gear to make sure you safely succeed. We outline the essential trail gear you should have with you to protect you when out in the wild without weighi...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Frequently Asked Questions

Our thoughts go out to all those who have been affected by the outbreak of COVID-19 and to the healthcare workers who are at the front line of the fight against the virus.Many of you will have been affected in your personal life or as runners. Just like you, we are passionate about running, travelling and events. It saddens us to see how the crisis has taken such a toll on the events and o...

What Are The Different Types of Running Races and Which One is Right for Me?

From 1 mile to ultra runs, there are numerous options when choosing the right type of running race for you. Running, although a mostly solo sport, can become fiercely competitive when it becomes a race. There are several categories, distances, sizes, prices, and travel accommodations to consider when choosing the right running race. This does not include your own goals, experience level, and perso...

Finish one of the greatest runs in India - TATA Mumbai Marathon - and be awarded the unique inspiration medal

From being the only Gold Label Event Race in India to being the part of AbbottWMM Wanda Age Group World Rankings, TATA Mumbai Marathon is amongst the top 10 marathons of the world. Adding to its stature is the splendid prize money of the marathon of Rs. 4,05,000 which makes it a grand experience of its kind.The Tata Mumbai Marathon is synonymous to the DNA of the city that kick-started the running...

Experience vibrating India and the running boom with Airtel Delhi Half Marathon

The Airtel Delhi Half Marathon is one of the world’s most prestigious half marathon. This US$ 280,000 race is India’s only IAAF Gold Label Half Marathon. Known to be one of the fastest courses in the world, the event has become a permanent fixture for world-class athletes and India’s best. The race also represents the heart and soul of the city where over 34,000 participants from across the countr...

Record holder Hugh Jones on the 40th ASICS Stockholm Marathon

British Hugh Jones held the record in ASICS Stockholm Marathon for 33 years(!). He is one of the world's best marathon runners and continuous to be a vital part of the long-distance running industry. When Stockholm Marathon celebrates it’s 40th jubilee, Hugh has been the one who has approved and controlled the new route, making sure it lives up to the standards of AIMS. Hugh Jones is one of the wo...

What to expect from the premier of Larnaka Marathon

Worldsmarathons.com is proud to offer an opportunity to run the premier of Radisson Blu Larnaka Marathon, hosted on the vibrant southern coast of Cyprus. Larnaka is the islands 3rd largest city and is famous for its palm-tree seafront, and sights such as the Church of Saint Lazarus, the Hala Sultan Tekke, the Kamares Aqueduct and its medieval fort. We meet up with the organizing team to see how th...

Wexford marathon - run in the footsteps of the Vikings

3rd annual Wexford MarathonIreland is known for Gaelic football, hurling, horse races, golf and endurance racing. The Wexford Marathon on June 11 is a strong newcomer to the Irish marathon scene and is organized for the third year in 2017. The race starts at the "Quay front" in the middle of the city and takes you through a beautiful, rolling landscape; more or less around the city of Wexf...

Selecting the right Road race

Which Type Of Road Race Is Right For You - Distance Or Something More Challenging?If I had a dime for every time someone told me “I am just not a runner,” I would be a very wealthy woman. There are many people who believe that you are either born a runner or not. While I will grant that there are individuals who love to run and then there are those who choose to run, anyone can find their niche in...

Women only marathons

No Boys Allowed… Races with female marathonersIf you are looking for an event to bond with like-minded female running enthusiasts, forget the testosterone and just enjoy the ride. Women only marathons are an amazing time to join forces with other girls, moms, daughters, even grandmothers. You can be as competitive as you want to be, so don’t be fooled by the lack of men.For most women only maratho...

5 Protein and Energy Boosting Recipes For After Your Run

Hard-work and dedication help a runner to achieve enjoyment in the sport as well as contribute to a competitive edge in developing strength and speed. With most marathon training programs there are often a couple of weekly high-intensity workouts in addition to a long run session. We all know recovery is essential in assisting with proper muscular repair. This includes stretching, foam rolling, ic...

Training periodization for long-distance runners: a guide to your new Personal Best.

All runners, regardless of their fitness level or running background, who want to dive into both crazy and rewarding universe of long distance running should consider adopting a structured training program known as periodization.Training periodization is about organizing your training plan in blocks that have different purposes during a certain period of time. The main goal is to build fitness by ...

How to get back to running after an injury

Getting injured is the reality of an athlete. The repetitive movements put a lot of stress on muscles, joints, tendons, and ligaments. The human body is designed to adapt to stress, however training stress should be gradually increased in small doses. When you apply more stress than your body can handle, things go wrong and that can lead to the most common overuse running injuries: lower back pain...

How yoga can make you a better runner

All runners who take their training seriously know that in order to improve performance and avoid injury, a program of complementary activities is needed and that includes muscle strengthening and stretching exercises. Yoga can help with the above, boost your agility, improve joint flexibility, decreasing the risk of injuries. Regular yoga practice can also improve focus and attention and efficien...

How to Train for Running Downhill Properly

Race courses are designed to set a challenge for runners whether it be about distance, terrain, or speed. When runners are searching for a “fast” course, most often the race and its course are advertised as flat, with little to no elevation, and an overall greater net descent. Meaning the course provides more downhills that allow for people to reach and achieve personal records. This sounds ideal,...

Main Running Gear and Accessories That are a Must For Marathon Running!

Training for a marathon requires a whole lot of commitment, time, and perseverance. But the good news is that as grueling as it can be, some things will not only help to make training less punishing; they will help you weather any storm, keep your spirits up, and, well, just make things more enjoyable. To not only make race day awesome, but also the days leading up to it, try these running gear ac...

The Five Best Supplements To Enhance Your Running Performance

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Why Collagen Might Be The Answer To Your Muscle, Joint, Or Bone Problem

The newest “it” supplement in the health and beauty industry is collagen. Whenever a new supplement takes off like wildfire, you have to stop and ask yourself whether the reports of its wealth are real or just hype. Collagen supplement manufacturers claim that it can help with everything from skin, hair and nails to gastrointestinal problems. If you have been benched from running or see yourself i...

Things Are Heating Up…Ways To Keep Training Safely Through The Hot Summer Months

Most runners are happy to see that the frigid weather of the winter is giving way to the warmer temperatures of spring and summer. But, that means that the cold will soon switch to soaring temperatures. Not just about the heat, when things start to get hot, you have to worry about things like humidity and ozone layer, which can significantly affect your ability to breathe outdoors.Don’t hit the tr...

The Best Running Trackers

Running Trackers Broken Down By Gender And GoalEven those who run for pleasure like to gauge their progress. If you are training for a race or are just trying to up your fitness level, running trackers have come a long way and can be a very useful tool. Much more fun than they used to be, not only do they tell you how far you have gone; they give information about everything fitness related from c...

Doing Too Much?

What Overtraining Is And How It Affects Your Running Goals Exercise is always good for you, right? The truth is that too much of anything isn’t good for anyone. If you are training for a marathon or a racing event and going overboard, you are working against your goals instead of toward them. Training for a marathon is a deep commitment, but that doesn’t mean that you should strap on your shoes e...

Marathon racing - The basics

How Long Is A Marathon? Marathon In Kilometer and miles The first question that anyone who is considering challenging themselves to a marathon is likely to ask is “How long is a marathon?” The question is an easy one to answer; 26.2 miles long. That translates into 42.195 kilometers. The distance is an odd number, but one that dates back to the run of Pheidippides, who was a Greek soldier famed f...

Nutrition and diet for male marathoners

Treat Your Body Well And It Will Do The Same If you have committed to running a marathon, you know that it is no small commitment to make. Training for a marathon takes persistence, drive, and above all, the ability to push yourself when you would rather just sit on the couch. If you want your body to help you by staying active and healthy, you have to help it. When increasing the mileage you run...

From Couch To Marathon

Marathon Training For True Beginners There are people who were born to run and then there are the rest of us. Many use the marathon on their bucket list of challenges to accomplish. If you are someone who is a true running novice, welcome. Running is something that once you get the hang of, it will get a hold of you. If you take the right steps and don’t try to go out and run a marathon right out...

Choosing The Right Marathon Running Shoe

Not A One Shoe Fits All Proposition - Choosing The Right Marathon Shoe Is Easier Said Than Done There is nothing that is more important to a good run than a good pair of running shoes. The problem with running shoes is that they have to be broken in enough, but not worn out. It seems that by the time that you wear them in, they are already on the way out of treads. The secret to the best mara...

Selecting the right marathon apparel and gears

If you are heading out on the trail, the same holds true for running then everything else in life, have a plan. There is nothing that can squelch the pleasure of putting feet to pavement more than getting half way in the run and having an outfit malfunction, or not being prepared for something that comes your way. There are certain things that you can plan for, and then there are those you can’t. ...

Marathon training with less injuries

Starting Slow And Building The mistake that most of us make when starting a new venture is that we go all out. We get excited about something and, instead of being methodical and taking the time needed, we rush into it head first. It is important when you make any new commitment to put your heart into it, but you must also put your head into it. If you have decided that you are ready to begin...

Your first marathon race

Running A Marathon For The First Time Many people take on the goal of running a marathon, but not many understand the commitment that it takes. For a runner at heart, running just a little farther may not seem like such a big deal. What those who have made a lifetime out of running, and those who just start when they make the decision, find out quickly is that it is going to be the challenge of a...

Being A Marathon Tourist

Running a marathon is not something that just anyone can do. It is a challenging feat, and one that comes with great admiration. For those who have run marathons, you know that it is not something that you just decide one day to do, and set out on the pavement. It is an event that you have to train for, plan for, and dedicate yourself to. Marathon running is not just an extracurricular activit...