Best Types of Massages for Runners

As a runner, I know the importance of training and building up mileage. But as a Physical Therapist and a Sports Massage Specialist, my job is also to educate you on the importance of not only properly progressing mileage, but also on the importance of posture, fixing muscular imbalances, gait training, and rest and recovery. One of the best ways for the muscles of a runner to recover is by receiv...

Hydration in Trails

Road running versus trail running differs in a variety of ways from the terrain and elevation to accessibility to basic functional needs like fueling and water. It is important before venturing off on your trail run to know the differences and to be well-prepared in case of issues or an emergency. To avoid dehydration and injuries, we discuss the importance of properly hydrating and the best solut...

Pronator, Supinator, or Neutral

Identify your Foot type: Pronator, Supinator, or NeutralThe sport of running is one that is considered rather straightforward to participate in as it requires very little equipment. While running can pretty much be accomplished anywhere and at any time, the bare essential is usually a decent pair of running shoes. In order to find a shoe that fits your individual needs, it is important to identify...

Brain Effects of the Runner's High

When it comes to running, people may be inclined to associate it with celebrity athletes, particular races, certain brands of trainers, or the fact that it is a good tool for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. But there is certainly much more associated with running. There is a science to running. Whether you look at the physics of kinesiology of the gait and movement patterns, to the physiologic an...

Eat well, stay healthy and keep running

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced runner, a balanced diet is not only important for keeping your body healthy, but it is crucial for improving overall performance. Regardless of how hard you are training, eating the right food to keep yourself well nourished is vital.One of the most important things you can do is feeding your body with foods that give you enough calories to replace ener...

What Should Be My Diet During Marathon Training?

There are so many aspects that go into marathon training. First off, there is the decision in making and choosing the right marathon course and season to participate in. Once you have decided where and when you will run, the ultimate commitment for the athlete comes from registering and paying for the race. Once the race has been committed to, next up is choosing the right marathon program and tra...

Signs of Iron Deficiency

Athletes and runners work and train several hours a week to put forward their best efforts when it comes to competing. Aside from intense training, often just daily life just makes us feel overwhelmed and tired when we have jobs and families to tend to as well. In fact, for many of us, we would attribute these feelings of fatigue as 'normal'. So one can appreciate that training, in combination wit...

Anti-Inflammatory Medicines Not Really A Runner’s Best Friend…Know the Facts!

What did we do before Motrin and Tylenol? Quite arguably we just sucked it up and hobbled. But just because anti-inflammatories help to get us through the aches and pains of every day, that doesn't mean we should take them every day. Over-the-counter NSAIDs are really designed for short-term use. But many runners who hit the pavement hard, even when we aren’t feeling like it, pop a Motrin here and...

Avoid These Overdoing it Mistakes! - Give It A Rest Once In A While

If you are an avid runner or training for a race, you might have a hard time telling yourself to sit it out once in a while. Those who hit the pavement even when their body is saying “No,” not only run a high risk of injury, they might be overtraining. And, overtraining can lead to a degradation of the immune system and predispose runners to frequent infections and injuries. If you are making thes...

9 Factual Benefits From Running Revealed

If you are not a natural runner and are considering whether you should give it a try, or as many people do, have a marathon on your bucket to-do list and you need a little incentive, there are a vast number of benefits that you get from running. Not only do you get the runner’s euphoric high that just makes you feel good, but there are also other health benefits you reap. #1 Running helps to enhan...

Why Massage Therapy Becomes More Critical For Runners As They Age

The older I get, the more I marvel at how a child can trip, twist, bend, catch themselves, and end up upright every time. Like a cat with nine lives, children have the agility that is miraculous to those of us who haven’t seen childhood in some time. As you get older, your muscles become more like rubber bands that have been weathered. They aren’t as pliable or strong, and all those inner function...

Does Compression Body Wear Really Work To Keep You Injury Free?

The newest thing in the athletic world is compression everything. About two years ago I started having a hard time with my calf muscles. Every time that I would go for a long distance run, there was almost like a tear in my calf, and suddenly I would have a hard time walking, and running was out of the question. The minute that it would heal and I would be back out on the trail, pop it would go. I...

How free radical damage can radically change your running ability

Even those who aren’t into health have heard about “free radicals”. Not the type that carries picket signs and always have a cause, free radicals are cells in the body that can wreck havoc. A free radical is a molecule in the body that doesn’t have a matching pair. Molecules are comprised of a positive and negative neutron. If one doesn’t have a match, they bounce around mercilessly trying to find...

Three fun and useful running apps

Nowadays there's a whole World of technology inside our phones that can motivate us to get through a tough race and help us reach our running goals. Here are 3 fun and useful iPhone running apps:Zombies Run is a fun app that offers an immersive running experience to those runners that could use a little push to finish their races! You'll be taken through a Zombie attack survival mission, in which ...

Long distance running in pain

Muscle Strain Or Trigger Point, How To Know The Difference Runners are notorious for running through pain. The problem with our stamina is that we often end up injuring ourselves or creating a scenario whereby we are in constant pain. If you are feeling a muscle pull that simply won’t go away no matter how long you have rested it, it may be something other than a strain. When you overwork a mu...

Are Supplements A Good Supplement?

Runners are notorious for getting caught up in the runner’s high but don't forget your nutrition The very reason we love running may be the reason that we end up not taking care of ourselves the way that we should. Whether you are training for a marathon, a 5k, or any event, it is important that you maintain good health. If you don’t pay attention to how you are feeling and what your body needs, y...

Winter Running Gear

Winter brings cold weather, freezing rain, snow, and icy conditions along with fewer daylight hours during the day but they seem to do little to deter runners. While outdoor winter running can be an affordable alternative to a gym membership, to do so safely and stay warm, it is best to invest in the proper essential winter running gear. Cold weather running may seem daunting but dressing the part...

World Marathon Majors

For the majority of first-time marathon participants, the goal is not to win the race but to finish. However, for the more experienced marathon runner, he or she may set an exceptional goal to strive for a new personal best time by attempting to run multiple marathons over one’s lifetime. Even more so, another popular goal for a seasoned marathon runner may be to eventually obtain the coveted 6-st...

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...

Best Tracking Apps for Runners

In a world where Virtual events are getting more and more popular by the day, it is essential to use a good tracking app that helps you get accurate data and check your progress. Tracking apps are not only GPS tools, but they go way beyond that and most of them offer you additional features like calorie loss counter, dashboard with overviews of your progress, audio guidance, and a community to sha...

Best Virtual Runs

The year 2020 has certainly challenged runners by eliminating most in-person racing for the year. Due to a global health pandemic that requires mask-wearing and social distancing and in addition to international travel restrictions, race organizers have been forced to shut down annual running events in order to protect the participants, staff and spectators. Due to this, many races have been turne...

Start thinking about 2021 events

Sometimes, things simply do not go as planned. You miss that special race you were looking forward to giving your best. It may happen because of an injury or illness or even worse, because of a pandemic. The latter can rapidly spread worldwide, deeply affecting families and communities in every country and also forcing many international sporting events to be cancelled, rescheduled or postponed. S...

The Trending Topic of Virtual Events

Like it or not, the world is facing a coronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic. This is a crisis that is unlike anything we have experienced during this lifetime. Considering there is an unknown timeframe to this, we have to face the inevitable facts that the changes we are experiencing are affecting the entire globe, leading to our daily lives being interrupted. Change is everywhere from having to work fr...

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...

Boozy Runs - Marathons With a Great Reward

The earliest recorded wine dates back to 6000 B.C. while the first recalled account of brewing beer is speculated to have started somewhere between 3500 to 2500 B.C. The first marathon in Greece was in 490 B.C. and while alcohol has been around considerably longer, nevertheless, it has played a part in the running world. Running and drinking date back to the prestigious inaugural Boston Marathon i...

Running and training with power meter

Runners who are seriously committed to training and racing are always looking for new ways to improve their performance whether it is better running gear or a different training methodology approach. When it comes to collecting training data, running devices companies are massively investing in innovative technology to offer more tools so that runners can analyse their workouts more accurately.If ...

Charity events – It's not always about the competition, run for a good cause.

Running for a charity can take different forms. It can mean participating in a charity run or running for a charity within a large commercial event. It can also be your own project where you embark on raising funds for a cause that is important to you.Charity run is a fundraising event which primary purpose is to raise money for a cause. This type of event is a great opportunity to gather hundreds...

Running at Altitude: What are the Effects and How to Train for it?

It is not uncommon to find elite runners and athletes living and training in high altitudes. Scientific evidence has proven that there are several benefits physiologically to training at altitude which improves overall athletic performance. While long-distance running has been growing in popularity and momentum over the past few decades, most amateur endurance runners do not have the luxury to liv...

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...

Malaga Marathon

Zurich Málaga Marathon is celebrating its most special edition yet! On December 15th, 2019 the Andalusian competition is taking place as an IAAF Bronze labeled event for the first time ever. This places Zurich Málaga Marathon amongst the top endurance events in the world.What does make Zurich Málaga Marathon so unique? 1. IAAF BRONZE LABELED EVENTBack in the 2018 edition, the event was subject to ...

Summer Running Destinations

Summer is already in full swing. If you are looking for your summer running destination, time is running out. If you spent your spring training and getting ready for your next great race, don’t blow it now by failing to register and missing the boat. These are the best summer running destinations worldwide. Which one will inspire you? Choose the one that speaks to you, register, make your travel a...

Halong Bay Heritage Marathon Tour Packages 2019

Tour E Package - 5 days 4 nightsThe Halong Bay Heritage Marathon, held on the 24th of November 2019 will give you the unique opportunity to discover one of the seven wonders in the world and on the same time set your personal record.The running course has been designed to run over Bai Chay Bridge, the longest single span bridge in Southeast Asia, to provide a spectacular view from above over the m...

The Midnight Sun Marathon, Why Its the Best Marathon for 2019!

If you are going to go through the rigors of training, why not make your next marathon a destination to remember? If you are looking to add a marathon to your bucket list of things to do, then the Midnight Sun Marathon is a once in a lifetime experience! The event is held in June in Tromso, Norway when the summer is in full swing. But the weather is only a part of the reason why this marathon shou...

The Puffin Run 2019

The Puffin Run is a 20km trail run and relay race around Heimaey, the biggest island of the Westman Islands.Read more here  This year will be the second year of this event, after a very successful first race in 2018.  The Westman Islands are a stunning place to visit, with beautiful nature steeped in history and culture.  If you are like us, always looking for a new running adventure this is one t...

42K and 21K in the heart of Sweden - Jönköping Marathon race day must not be missed

The Jönköping Marathon is one of the larges races in Northern Europe and gives you a chance to experience the heart of Sweden and the beautiful city of Jönköping in a half or full marathon. The town is famous for its friendly vibe and the local crowds will surely raise you to the next level! This finishing line has been crossed by runners from all over the world.Which added value do you offer the ...

Unique opportunity to experience the 2019 World Cross Country Championships in Denmark on-site

"If you look at the course profile we have a cumulative elevation gain of 340 metres which is almost half of what is required for a European Championships in mountain running. For us it didn’t really make sense to have a very flat and fast course because that’s just repetition of what we see on the track. So if we wanted to let the sun shine on other kinds of runners and to help create new sta...

Experience Belize unique wildlife in Chiquibul Challenge Marathon

Belize has a rich variety of wildlife because of its unique position between North and South America and a wide range of climates and habitats for plant and animal life. The Chiquibul Challenge Marathon is a charity event to support Scarlet Macaw Conservation work for two very special organizations; The Belize Wildlife & Referral Clinic and Friends for Conservation and Development.Which added ...

25 years of Volkswagen Prague Marathon

Like so many things in the Czech Republic, the story of the Prague International Marathon’s birth has taken on legendary status. On a misty winter’s night in 1994, Carlo Capalbo and Gelindo Bordin, the Italian Olympic champion, came upon the idea of launching a marathon in the tradition of New York and London while enjoying a beer at a local pub in the hills of Prague. After the draft of the race ...

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...

Meet up with the organizers of Roads to Rhodes Marathon

The annual International Roads to Rhodes Marathon is a vital part of the proud Greece Marathon heritage. Next year, 2019, the race organizers hope to attract runners from more than 30 nations who will run along the seaside of the Aegean Sea. The organizing team is working hard to fill the Marathon event with even more activities before, under and after the race.The race started as an initiative t...

Ghent Marathon

Sign upWhen was the first race and how come the race started?Our first edition of the Ghent Marathon race took place last year, Saturday the 28th of October 2017. The Belgian Guinness World record Marathonman named Stefaan Engels, the face and organiser of the Ghent Marathon, dreamed of organising a Marathon race in his hometown of Ghent. One evening in April 2017 we started brainstorming over a c...

Vilnius Marathon - a great way to celebrate 100 years anniversary of Restored Statehood

On September 9th, Vilnius Marathon will take place in the beautiful capital of Lithuania. The race is a part of the celebration of the 100 year anniversary of the restored statehood of the Baltic states. As a runner you will experience a flatter and faster route lined by cheering crowds. We spoke with Giedrė in the race organizing team to get the latest updates on the race preparations. More infor...

The Radisson Blu Larnaka International Marathon reached the top of the competition for quality of the event, and is awarded with two prizes.

The Sports Marketing Awards 2018 were presented, at a spectacular ceremony that took place in Athens on Thursday, June 28. The Radisson Blu Larnaka International Marathon reached the top of the competition for quality of the event, and is awarded with two prizes. The Gold Award for the “Individual Sports” category and the Bronze Award for the “Running & Live Well” category.The important instit...

A new event record in the Mattoni Olomouc Half Marathon.

First across the finish line of the IAAF Gold Label Mattoni Olomouc Half Marathon was RunCzech Racing team member Stephen Kiprop breaking the race record with a time of 1:00:15. Meanwhile Ethiopian runner Netsanet Gudeta proved herself the best among the women securing a confident victory. When it came to the Czechs Jiří Homoláč reigned supreme in the men’s category with Eva Vrabcová – Nývltová en...

Tallinn marathon - The best way to celebrate Estonia’s 100th birthday

This year Tallinn marathon will be will be celebrating the Republic of Estonia's 100th anniversary by having all participants run in the national flag colours. They are expecting to have more than 5000 tourists run and take part in the celebration.Sign up for Tallinn MarathonWhen was the first race and how come the race started?The first Tallinn Marathon took place in 1989 and in 2007 the event na...

FREE CHILDCARE

Run, party or support the thousand runners who will be crossing your street on Sunday the 28th of October 2018 during the Ghent Marathon and make it even greater by inviting your neighbours in your street to join the party. The Pauwels Consulting Ghent Marathon will become one big neighbourhood party on Sunday the 28th of October 2018!PROBABLY THE BEST MARATHON EVENT EVER, but of course you have t...

THE CLEANEST MARATHON

Run, party or support the thousands of runners who will be crossing your street on Sunday the 28th of October 2018 during the Ghent Marathon and make it even greater by inviting your neighbours in your street to join the party. The Pauwels Consulting Ghent Marathon will become one big neighbourhood party on Sunday the 28th of October 2018!WE WILL BE THE CLEANEST MARATHON IN THE WORLD!The Ghent Mar...

SOLO, DOUBLE OR TRIPLE DISTANCES AT THE GHENT MARATHON 28TH OF OCTOBER 2018.

Run, party or support the thousand runners who will be crossing your street on Sunday the 28th of October 2018 during the Ghent Marathon and make it even greater by inviting your neighbours in your street to join the party. The Pauwels Consulting Ghent Marathon will become one big neighbourhood party on Sunday the 28th of October 2018!Due to the great interest to run more then a marathon distance ...

THE PAUWELS CONSULTING GHENT MARATHON WILL BECOME ONE BIG NEIGHBOURHOOD PARTY ON SUNDAY THE 28TH OF OCTOBER 2018!

Run, party or supporter the thousand runners who will be crossing your street on Sunday the 28th of October 2018 during the Ghent Marathon and make it even greater by inviting your neighbours in your street to join the party. The Pauwels Consulting Ghent Marathon will become one big neighbourhood party on Sunday the 28th of October 2018!The Ghent Marathon with his divers running distances will run...

Göteborgsvarvet 2018

To anyone it may concern...The day of a race is a very special day indeed. Especially if you have trained for that specific race for a long time and prepared yourself both mentally and physically. Most more experienced runners have their routines set and follow them meticulously without compromise. These routines involve anything from when and what you eat to how and when you dispose yourself of t...

The Great Races Of Belgium…Haven’t Considered Them? Well Get On It!

Belgium is a hidden gem in Europe that might not be on every runner's radar, but it should be. Belgium is known for its dark, brooding exterior, medieval ambiance, and architecture that is unique and somewhat chaotic. Home to NATO and the European Union headquarters, it is a sight unlike any other in the European countryside and definitely somewhere that a running enthusiast should investigate. So...

Brussels Marathon the ultimate route to discover the centre of Europe

For someone who is looking for the perfect challenge to take them from an urban run to an uphill battle, the Brussels Marathon is one to add to the list. Not just for the racers, the entire town joins in the celebration with people set on both sides of the tracks not just be spectators, but to cheer marathon runners to the finish line.Brussels is the official capital region of Belgium. It is locat...

Come For The Brussels Marathon… Stay For A Bit Of Brussel Culture

Brussels marathon in the heart of EuropeThe Brussels Marathon has been going strong since it was first laid out in 2004. The race is run through the downtown area with spectators cheering the racers to the finish line. But, the reason that many marathon enthusiasts choose the Brussels Marathon is that they come for the race, and they stay for the fun. Typically a race that is run by destination se...

La Ultra The High - a once in a life time experience in the Great Himalayan mountains

In 72 hours and 333 Km in length, La Ultra – The High takes runners to the high mountain passes of Ladakh a massive cold desert, part of The Great Himalayan mountain range in India. The race is as brutal as it is beautiful. It can make you experience 40 degree C heat and take you to Minus 12 C cold in matter of 6 hours. Oxygen levels are 50 % of what you breath at sea level. This race is an advent...

Former elite runner Anders Szalkai on ASICS Stockholm Marathon 40th edition

When the ASICS Stockholm Marathon is held for the 40th time on June 2nd 2018, one runner will guaranteed be mentioned despite that he stopped running as an elite years ago; Anders Szalkai. During his successful career, he participated in the Olympic Games, ran 70 different marathons around the world, finished 20 Stockholm Marathons and won in Stockholm in 2001, a race no Swedish male runner had wo...

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...

RUN LGT ALPINE MARATHON - CROSS NEARLY THE ENTIRE COUNTRY!

Annually, 850 brave runners join the LGT Alpine Marathon in the tiny European country of Liechtenstein. The race is a true challenge with an altitude difference of 1870 meters and track along a beautiful, yet demanding alpine area. When you pass the finishing line, you have ran across almost the entire country - how many marathon runners can brag about that? The first LGT Alpine-Marathon was takin...

From small to majestic - Virgin Money London Marathon

How the race earned the crown in the world of marathonsThe very start of London Marathon in 1981 attracted 6,300 runners; a majority of them “skinny men in dodgy shorts”. The 2018 Virgin Money London Marathon has over 386 000 applicants, nearly half of them women and is one of the most iconic sport events globally. Worldsmarathons met up with Hugh Brasher, Event Director, Virgin Money London Marat...

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...

Manchester Half Marathon - Run to the beats in a city of sports

City travelers, football fans, music lovers and marathon runners have all reason to meet up in Manchester on October 15th 2017, when it's time for the Manchester Half Marathon. The race is renowned as one of the “fastest, flattest and friendliest” in the world. Following the success of the Greater Manchester Marathon, brought back by Xtra Mile Events in 2012 after a 10 years absence, the race orga...

Knarvikmila – 35 years of spectacular running in the heart of Norway

Norway's nature with fjords, mountain ranges and the proximity to Nordic sea is world-renowned and attracts millions of visitors each year. The Knarvikmila Half Marathon is yet another reason to travel to Norway. The race gives you an opportunity to run next to the sea and explore the unique fjord landscape, about half an hour north of Norway's second largest city of Bergen.The Knarvikmila Half Ma...

Vilnius Marathon - 42K in the must-see capital of Lithuania

Vilnius Marathon in Lithuania is one of the fastest growing marathon events in the Baltic region and the total number of runners now exceeded 16,000. Vilnius Marathon started in 2001 as a 10K race and has since grown year by year – both in length and number of participants and spectators. Vilnius is a popular tourist destination, and the runners of Vilnius Marathon have a wealth of attractions to ...

Roads to Rhodes Marathon – a stunning Mediterranean experience

Could there be anything better than running a marathon in the country where both the Olympic Games and the marathon saw the light of the day. And in addition, be seduced by the beautiful Mediterranean sea and be able to sense the tide of history all along the same course. The race which meets all these requirements is “Roads to Rhodes” and takes place on the northern tip of the popular Greek islan...

The 26.2 miles of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival

Edinburgh Marathon Festival. An IAAF Bronze Label European road marathon. Maybe a bit less known if comparing it to other marathons, but I guess it's one you should add to your bucket list after all. Maybe I even liked to run this marathon the most of the marathons I ran so far. Scotland is an awesome country with an impressive culture, landscape and history. And the Scottish people are one of the...

About Wizz Air Skopje Marathon

Emil Zatopek said, “If you want to run, run a mile. If you want to experience a different life, run a marathon.” And how about running a marathon in the Balkan region of the Republic of Macedonia that has large and high mountain massifs giving way to extensive, flat valleys and plains? Aha! That’s motivation served on a platter. It’s like a bonus of running a marathon in one of the world’s most of...

About OPAP Limassol Marathon GSO

Fred Lebo rightly said, “Few things in life match the thrill of a marathon.” And what if the marathon run route stretches along the Mediterranean Sea coastline and promenade of Southern Cyprus’ most lively port town Limassol? You couldn’t have asked for more, isn’t it? If one of your bucket-list goals is to run a marathon, then the OPAP Limassol Marathon GSO is the right platform to realize your d...

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...

100 reasons to run Helsinki Half Marathon in 2017

For those who wants to run a fast half marathon in 2017, close to the sea in the middle of a big city, combining history, culture and a sport heritage, the choice is quite simple. The Helsinki Half Marathon meets all requirements on June 10th and will in addition give you an opportunity to participate in the country’s 100 year anniversary in the capital Helsinki.Finland’s heritage as a sport natio...

New track when ASICS Stockholm Marathon celebrates 40 years

This year's edition of ASICS Stockholm Marathon will be the last time for you to experience the classic two lap course. When the marathon will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2018 it will be on a totally new race route. Less repetition, new areas in the central parts of Stockholm and fewer steep climbs. Participants of 2017 years edition of ASICS Stockholm Marathon will have priority access to t...

6 facts about Skopje and Wizz Air Skopje Marathon

Every May the streets of Skopje is crowded with thousands of runners taking part in the Wizz Air Skopje Marathon. It’s the biggest sport event of the country attracting not only a lot of runners but also a cheerful crowd who support the runners from start to crossing the finish line1. Promotion team of 2017 edition are the marathon trio sisters from EstoniaIn 2017, the triplet sisters from Estonia...

5 reasons to run Ephesus Ultra Trail in beautiful Şirince in Turkey

Ephesus Ultra Trail Run offers everything from distances for everyone, to UNESCO World Heritage Site, pittoresque villages and closeness to the ocean. Ephesus Ultra Trail run is perfect for an active spring getaway and takes place on the 17th of March 2017.1. UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE EPHESUS The 85k Ephesus Ultra Trail passes through the 8,500-year-old city of Ephesus which today...

From Beginner Runner To Elite Marathoner

Taking Recreational Running To The Extreme, Marie Wallin Is Going From Casual Runner To Elite MarathonerMost of the people that I know can barely run to the mailbox, little less ever dream of running a marathon. That is why, when someone makes the commitment to take their recreational runs to a new height, the rest of us stand in awe. The occasional five to eight-mile run is an accomplishment in i...

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...

Los Angeles Marathon Finisher 2016

The LA marathon’s up hills were many and long, but the overall experience is very hard to beat This year's LA Marathon had the perfect timing considering my busy running schedule. The Olympics qualifying for US was planned to take place in February, which pushed the Los Angeles Marathon back a month; from March to February. My flight landed in Los Angeles Friday afternoon, February 12, two day...

The Rock'n'Roll Marathon series

Taking The World By Storm - A Great Race, A Great Cause The world of marathons changed dramatically in 1998. It was the year the Rock n Roll Marathon came into existence. Since then, it has grown to be more than just an event, it is a phenomenon, reaching across the United States and being held in over 30 cities. An annual event, people from around the globe flock to major cities to run in this i...

Qualify for the Boston Marathon

What Are The Rules for joining the Boston Marathon - The World’s Most Favorite race?Not everyone can compete in the Boston Marathon. That may be one of the biggest allures that elite marathoners like about it. You have to qualify in other qualifying races to make it to the starting line and you have to be fast,  very fast. The race is not only world famous for being though to enter, but also for b...

Best marathons for wheelchair athletes

Wheelchair Marathon Enthusiasts have many races to explore You’ve never been limited by anything before. A marathon is a huge accomplishment and if you have made it your goal, the good news is that there are many marathons with a wheelchair division. There are hundreds of marathons across the American countryside as well as around the world. If you are ready to take the ride of your life, begin t...

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...

The Big 5 - Make Your New Goal One Or All

As a marathoner you probably have heard the phrase “the big 5” before. It refers to the biggest 5 marathon races in the world: Berlin, Boston, Chicago, London and New York City. These big 5 are about so much more than just the race themselves. They are about the camaraderie, the event itself, and the enthusiasm of people from all around the world. These marathons are the epitome of people from...

Endurance running

The Difference Between A Marathon and An Ultra Marathon Most of us would consider any marathon an ultra event, but there is a difference between a marathon and an ultra marathon. An ultra marathon is an event that is longer than the regulatory length of 26.219 miles, or 42.195 kilometers. They are designed for the marathon runner who has already conquered the traditional marathon and are looking ...

Essentials for Mountain Biking

Aside from hiking and running, another way to explore and admire trails are with a mountain bike. While mountain biking is thrilling, it is often referred to as an extreme sport due to it carrying an element of risk. One way to reduce your risk is to make sure you prepare yourself by bringing with you the common essential items. With proper planning, you can enjoy your ride safely.Mountain biking ...

Speed Exercises to Run Faster

Running requires a lot more than just a pair of running shoes and a healthy mindset. To have success with running, from either a standpoint of progress in fitness or performance, it requires consistency, motivation, discipline, and determination. To become a faster runner, one needs a balance between speed sessions, strength training, and recovery. To read more about speed work, check out our late...

Mental Training to Face Trails

Endurance runs are hard and more so when racing on trails. They require months of logging miles, doing balance, stabilization, and flexibility work to ward off injury, finding the correct hydration and fueling routine, learning to deal with challenging terrain and weather, and, maybe most importantly, fine-tuning your mental game. We know endurance racing is not only physical but also mental. Whil...

Sprint Training

For many people, running is a sport that comes with numerous benefits. Such benefits include cardiovascular conditioning, weight loss management, and mental wellbeing. From a competitive standpoint, whether against others or oneself, running also provides an outlet to perform with more efficiency and speed as you become stronger and faster. One way to improve your running speeds is with sprint tra...

How to Optimally Combine Strength Training and Running

To improve as a runner, going out regularly and often to pound the pavement is the best place to start. But because running is considered to be a high impact sport, strength training is seen as beneficial to help the muscles and joints respond well to the increased stresses that occur from running. However, for many of us, the question remains, how does one fit it all in? We have researched the an...

What are Running Drills?

For many of us, running is an innate ability that progressed naturally as we developed during our childhood after hitting milestones like rolling, crawling, and walking. Aside from our natural potential to run, our form, speed, and endurance are aspects that often can be improved upon with technique and practice. If you want to improve your efficiency so that you can run faster for longer, running...

Running Buddy: Benefits of Running with Someone Else

Being the social creatures that we are, it would come as no surprise that having a running partner brings you a lot of benefits. However, during the current times, remember to always keep the social distance and take care of yourself and those around you.How to find a running buddy?While running alone has benefits like being able to fit a workout in during your own schedule, finding the right runn...

Morning Run or Night Run?

Running is a versatile sport in that it can be a way to manage stress, improve overall health, and can be a way to satisfy one's competitive edge. Running is also an activity that does not require much equipment and many love the sport for the ease of in which it can be done, practically anytime and anywhere. So when is the best time to run? Does running in the morning or evening differ in benefit...

Smart Training for Your Joints Part III

Exercises for the Ankles and Feet:...

Differences Between Jogging, Running, and Sprinting and Their Benefits

There is a complex vocabulary associated with running that can be perplexing for some when discussing running-specific topics. Whether conversing with non-runners or runners alike, some may confuse the terminology related to running. There are several words and phrases used in the running culture from discussing paces (easy to race pace), distances (5k to ultra-marathon), workout sessions (fartlek...

Smart Training for Your Joints Part II

Exercises for the Knees:...

Smart Training for Your Joints (Part I)

Running has numerous health benefits including improving your cardiovascular conditioning, providing an outlet for stress relief, and being a tool for weight management. However, running is considered to be a high impact sport, this means with every step you take you increase the forces the joints need to absorb thanks to the physics involved with gravity and ground reaction forces. When thinking ...

Pregnancy and Running

Pregnancy is a miraculous process that allows families to grow and ultimately, bring joy and happiness upon the birth of your newborn. Of course, it will be of top priority for you to want to take the proper steps and precautions to make sure you provide a safe environment for your baby to develop and grow during these months. By focusing on maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle for yourself ...

5k Training Plan

Running the popular distance of 5-kilometers, or more commonly referred to as 5k, is beneficial for all from beginners up to elites. This is a favorable distance to train for due to the ease, convenience, and the minimal training time necessary compared to that of longer races. The 5k race is also a good distance for all runner mentalities. This means whether you are one who wants to just go out f...

Tips to keep up with your marathon training (or How to train if your event was cancelled)

Many runners are disappointed because marathons around the world have been postponed or cancelled. Training for this type of race requires not only physical effort, but also mental and psychological preparation and it is understandably frustrating not to be able to compete in the most awaited race of your calendar. Even if your race has been rescheduled months ahead from now, don’t let all the har...

Training Plans for Beginners and Short Distances

All runners had to start somewhere. While maybe elite runners have been performing a grade above all else since leaving the womb, the rest of us took to running as a new activity for a myriad of reasons. Maybe it began during the Covid-19 Pandemic and the only way to be outside was to start by exercising. Or maybe it was a health-kick way to start to lose weight. Or maybe it was in conjunction wit...

Good alternatives to running while indoors

Whether you are searching for alternatives to bring different workouts to your training program or recovering from an injury, there are plenty of options you can do indoors. Sometimes, a little bit of change can spice up your training routine and give you extra motivation to keep going.Cross-training is a term that has been used to designate randomized training modalities, both high and low intens...

Best YouTube Channels For Runners

Running is a relatively easy enough sport to engage in as you just need a pair of trainers and to put one foot in front of the other once you step out the door. However, training to get better, faster, and stronger in the sport may be more challenging without the right coaching and advice. Luckily, we live in a world where YouTube exists and with one click of the computer or smartphone, we can be ...

The advantages of running on a treadmill

In 1817, Sir William Cubitt, an eminent British civil engineer, designed a machine called treadwheel to reform idle prisoners and use their power to be productive. Their work was used to pump water and grind grains, the reason why the machine was later called a treadmill. Some say a certain prison guard claimed that it was the monotonous steadiness and not the work intensity which made the machine...

How to Train at Home: Try This Full Body Workout

If you have been stuck at home due to social distancing measures over the past couple of weeks due to COVID-19, you aren't alone. Many races have been canceled or postponed and for some countries, there are restrictions of not being able to even go outside for a walk or run. If you are getting a bit stir-crazy and want to find ways to stay fit and healthy for both your mind and body, there are sev...

Trail Running

Trail runs are generally done outside of cities, in wilderness or remote areas where you run through various types of terrain, from forest fire roads to dirt single tracks in sand, gravel, mud or snow.Although road running may offer an interesting view of urban landscape and different forms of architecture designs, trail running can give you the pleasure of being surrounded by nature. Trail runnin...

Polarised training for runners

Back in the 2000s, Stephen Seiler, a professor in Sports Science at University of Agder, Norway, started to investigate more about endurance training structure and intensity distribution by observing the training routine of elite athletes such as cyclists, rowers, XC skiers and distance runners. Seiler realized that more than 80% of their training time was dedicated to low-intensity exercises, wit...

How to Prepare for Sleep Deprivation in Ultra Marathons

Athletes who push their bodies to the extremes know they need to work hard and recover even harder. Aside from eating proper nutrients, getting massages, foam rolling, and stretching, sleeping is the fundamental time period of recovery. During sleep, our bodies, after all the exertion we've placed on it earlier, can rest, repair, and recuperate. But perhaps you are setting your eyes on competing i...

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...

Best leg strengthening exercises for runners that can be done at home

Strength training for runners is one of the most important training components to prevent injuries and improve performance. Recent studies have shown that heavy resistance, explosive resistance and plyometric training should be considered to be part of a training program for endurance runners as well as traditional weight lifting which also seems to improve running economy and neuromuscular coordi...

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 ...

Quick Guide to Train for an Ultrmarathon

Ultramarathon is any race longer than the usual 42.195 kilometres which certainly makes this type of race physically as well as mentally demanding. However, it has become more popular throughout the years amongst runners who want to take a step further into their challenging goals.Some people still consider ultrarunners an incomprehensible and masochistic group of athletes who enjoy running many, ...

Tips on How to Get Your Whole Family Running

There are many reasons why an individual chooses to run. He or she may begin running as a way to start a new and healthy lifestyle. He or she may run to test his or her limitations and train to push beyond. He or she may even use the time while running as a form of a therapeutic escape from reality, if even for just a brief moment. However, running can certainly become more fun and engaging when y...

8 TIPS TO RUN IN THE RAIN

The rainy season is arriving and you cannot cope with the idea of becoming a victim of the treadmill? Although it is hard to take the first step in what is far from being the perfect weather conditions for training or racing, running in the rain can be rewarding and beneficial. Your body temperature rises while you are exercising and the warmer you get the more you have to sweat to maintain your b...

Five tips to stay fit after 40

There are probably two main reasons you are reading this article: you are approaching 40 or you have already got there. Although growing older is the undeniable natural course of life, ageing is not the golden dream of any person on this planet. Our metabolism will naturally slow down at this stage of life and we need to start making wiser decisions related to food intake, exercise and recovery. T...

How to Train for an Ultramarathon

How to Train for an UltraUltramarathons, although officially having begun back in 1926, have become ever more popular in our current day with more than 70,000 people participating in ultra races each year and internationally on all 7 continents. When a runner has successfully completed race goals throughout their running career, thriving in achieving some of the more popular distances such as 5-ki...

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...

Common Fears Towards Your First Marathon and How to Defeat Them

There often comes a time in a brave runner's life when the idea of running the iconic marathon distance of 42-kilometers pops into his or her head. Perhaps you are this runner. Maybe you have done all your due diligence and have taken the many steps to lead you up to the ultimate decision in signing up for your first marathon. Perhaps you have successfully completed a handful of smaller distance r...

Running Routines for Those with Tight Schedules

Most of us know that time is a precious commodity. Our lives are filled to the brim with work, errands, chores, families, an occasional birthday party or two and more. Now imagine you are a beginner runner and wanting to train for your first 5k or being a more experienced runner and looking to achieve a Boston Qualifying time. How does one fit all that training in? In all honesty, life is about co...

Best Running Based Podcasts

For some runners, running is the best time of the day to be with their own thoughts, to be apart from the madness of everyday life, to build some space and silence within themselves. Running can be a great opportunity to consistently train the ability of abstracting from the useless information and focusing on what really matters. Repetitive movements like running can put your mind into a meditati...

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...

10 Running Myths Exposed!

When it comes to running advice and shared knowledge, there are a vast number of things we all just assume are correct, which might not be. Not only might the myths be stopping you from hitting the pavement and training for a marathon, they might also be limiting your ability to go faster and run harder. Even worse, some of these running myths might actually be predisposing you to injury. So, befo...

Top 5 Yoga Poses for Runners

Every runner has an Achilles heel, even if it is not an actual heel. When you run, those muscles that are strongest tend to take over, which is a good thing because it allows you to hit the pavement over and over. But those muscles that aren’t pulling their weight will continue to weaken. When that happens, it not only makes it difficult to improve your running to go farther faster, it also predis...

Running and Mental Health - Know All the Benefits!

What runners know, and non-runners might not, is the mental peace that comes after making it home after a great run! Most people understand the physical health benefits of running, but there are a vast number of emotional and mental ones too. Not only are runners' brains more focused; they are less prone to depression and anxiety. If you need one more reason to hit the pavement, check out these fa...

10 Things You are Doing Wrong When Running

Running is a sport that comes naturally to most people. But that doesn’t mean that there aren’t things that you might be doing that are inadvertently keeping you from excelling when you hit the pavement. To enhance your performance, make sure to avoid these ten things that you might be doing wrong and not even know it!1 Forgetting to stretchThe debate has ragged on as long as competitive r...

10 Safety Tips to See a City on Foot

There is something magical about seeing a city from a runner’s perspective. But there is nothing magical about being injured by a motorist when making your way from end to end. If you want to strap on your shoes and hit the streets running; it is essential to have your wits about you! These safety tips for running in the city are critical to seeing it all while still keeping out of harm’s way.1. K...

11 Things to Improve Your Endurance When Running

Many runners get frustrated by their inability to build endurance for long distances like a half marathon or even a full marathon. If you feel as if you have hit a plateau and are having a difficult time pushing your limits, these are eleven things that you can do to go farther, go faster, and make it over the finish line. 1. Gradual Adaptation is keyAlthough it sounds like a super fancy term, gra...

Why Curcumin Can Be Your Secret Tool To Reduce Inflammation, But Only In This Form!

Some of the most significant reasons why you get stalled on your road to training for a race event are due to wear and tear stress and injuries. The best way to keep on, keeping on, is to know how to prevent injury and those little things that can physically slow you down. Curcumin is an excellent supplement to take for any athlete who wants to stay on track to race day and enhance their athletic ...

Lose Body Fat and Gain Lean Muscle Mass By Compressing Your Eating Time-Window

A recent study released in the Journal of Nutritional Sciences related to an experiment done in the UK poses some exciting information about limiting the window of time you eat during the day. Based on the findings, you can lose body fat and increase lean muscle mass even if you make no other changes besides shortening the time that you allow yourself to eat during the day.If you are running to lo...

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...

5 Most Critical Things To Add To Your Marathon Training

Training for a marathon isn’t just about acquiring miles. In fact, if that is the only training that you do, then chances are good you might never make it across the finish line. Just like any event in life, there is a lot of planning and preparation that goes into crossing the finish line. Sometimes it isn’t just about running a marathon; it is about staying on track to train and not to end up in...

In The Heat Of Summer Give Yourself A Break, Both Mentally And Physically

Runners are a different breed. Kind of like “horse people,” they run to a different drum, literally. When other people see rain or hot weather they think, "What a good day to sit on the couch and watch television". Die hard runners think “Water and sweat!”. As you get older, as hard as it is to accept, those little hurdles and obstacles that used to enhance the runner’s high and create an ...

If You Start Marathon Training This Summer, Crossing The Finish Line Will Be A Breeze

If you are like me, the very last thing that you are thinking about in late July, early August, is about getting out on the mirage looking black pavement to train your heart out in the heat. But, it is in the little challenges where victory is found. If you want to hit marathon season with a running start, pun intended, then summertime is the best time to start training.One of the biggest things t...

Pacing Strategies For The Marathon - Why Going Too Fast At The Start Never Pays Off?

You know where the phrase “like you’re running a marathon” comes from? It is because when the starter gun goes off, there is a drive that makes you want to hit the pavement with force and never look back. Most of us have visions of grandeur of leaving the rest of the pack in the dust. But, does a good pacing strategy mean going all out for 26.2 miles, or does it mean finding the best pace to help ...

Should You Stretch Before Or After Running?

There is no denying that tight muscles are a runner’s worst enemy. When a muscle is short and tight, it is much weaker than when it is extended. That makes a tight muscle more prone to strain or injury that can leave even the most seasoned athlete on the bench. It is not uncommon for your muscles to get overworked and to shorten during certain times of the day or in response to a long run, which i...

Will Two Hours Ever Be Broken For The Marathon?

As the record stands now, the world record for a marathon is 2 hours 2 minutes and 57 seconds. Set in 2014 at the Berlin Marathon, a Kenyan native Dennis Kimetto set the world on fire crossing the finish line in record speed. But, a new initiative called the Sub2 Project is underway to attempt to break the two-hour barrier to marathon running. So, what’s so difficult about shaving off 2 minutes an...

Why Are Marathon times Getting Slower Since The 80s?

If you haven’t seen the movie “Forest Gump,” first of all, you should. Second, in the movie the main character Forest is supposedly the one who began the running craze of the 80s. One of the many things a zany character who is always in the right place at the right time is credited with, running became his obsession because he was teased so much as a young child.The eighties introduced running to ...

How To Keep Getting Faster As You Get Older?

What every runner has always anticipated with fear is the day when they can no longer strap on their shoes and do their regular run. For some, it happens at the age of 30, while others age doesn’t seem ever to slow them down. So, what is the secret to continuing to run for a lifetime? There is a mixed science about how age affects a runner. Some of it is antidotal, and some of it is real. What sci...

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...

Training for a half marathon

How to best plan Your Half Marathon Training A half marathon is something that puts runners into a more elite category. Most people think about running five miles as a challenge, for seasoned runners, a half marathon is something that is a bit more than what they are used to. Whether you are new to running, or new to the marathon circuit, a half marathon is an excellent endurance run goal. Depend...

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...

Select shoes for ultra racing

When You Go You Only Get To Take One Thing, Make Sure For An Ultra It Is The Right Pair Of Shoes Ask anyone who wasn’t born with running in their soul what they think about an ultra marathon and you are likely to hear things like “crazy” or “insane.” Ultra marathoners were created, not made. They are those people who came out of the womb running and haven’t stopped since. If you have tackled the ...

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...

Female marathon runners' nutrition

Eat More Will You? A Guide To Marathon Nutrition For Women Runners I am going to tell you something you aren’t going to like very much; you have to eat more. As women, we are often trained that less is more when it comes to what we put in our mouths. Unfortunately, many women hit the pavements to either lose weight, or to maintain it by collecting miles. If you are going from causal runner to mar...

Select Ultra Marathon equipment

Don’t Leave Home Without Them… Ultra Marathon Equipment Must Haves Likely those who participated in the first marathon centuries ago didn’t have the modern conveniences that we have today. Being followed by chariots and having nothing but their feet to run on, things have come a long way. If you are ready to try your hand at the insanity which is known as the ultra marathon, there are things that...

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...

Barefoot marathon running

Be One With Nature By Running As Nature Intended, Just Make Sure To Take It Slow And Smart When you think about the way that our ancient ancestors ran, it wasn’t with a good pair of running shoes on their feet. Likely, instead of wearing their homemade leather moccasins that only slowed them down, they kicked them off and got to running. Barefoot running is the new craze sweeping the running worl...

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...

Runner in the spotlight: Marilyn Pasno (Part 2)

Marilyn is a proud 63-year old American by choice, and a Filipino by bloodline, living in New Jersey, USA.We got to hear about her first running experience at the New York City 9/11 Memorial & Museum 5K Run Walk in 2018. (If you haven’t read it, check out that interview in “Runner in the spotlight: Marilyn Pasno (Part 1)”)Today we dig deep about her love for running by asking her some more que...

Runner in the spotlight: Marilyn Pasno (Part 1)

Marilyn is a retired industrial pharmacist, who is now practising as a pharmacy technician in New Jersey, the United States.At age 60, she turned to be an avid FunRunner after her first Trial Run experience in 2018.We had a great honour to have an interview with her to hear about her running experience and her motivations!Today we are sharing about her first running experience and how it became su...

Touching Running Stories

For many, the year 2020 may feel like it’s been one of the worst years yet. With a novel deadly virus postponing or canceling many road races, it can be hard to remain optimistic about the future of running. As we approach the last quarter of the year, we could all use some positive news. We’ve searched the internet for some of the best feel-good and touching running stories to help brighten your ...

Yeti Bike Race Nepal.Tour of Annapurna.

The YETI BIKE RACE Nepal is a stage MTB race which summit is the Thorong la Pass, the highest cycle path in the world at 5316m. A melting pot of landscapes that take you from the tropical forest at 800m to the arctic domain of the Himalayas, through vast pine forests, deep canyons, and the pre-Tibetan desert plains of the Mustang Valley.We fly to our destination Katmandu (Nepal). Mohan, president ...

With the bear-heart bear through Moscow

Coldness, strong wind and rain - though conditions on this year's Moscow Marathon. Temperatures during the event averaged 6 degrees Celsius, it felt even "below zero" and the sun came out only for a few moments in the afternoon. Unfortunately, very bad conditions for the largest sports event in Russia, which is held annually. Nevertheless, it has been very special for me to run in a city t...

Inspirational People in the Running Community

Not everyone is a born runner. But even those who were born to run can continue to amaze us. Some runners push the limits of impossible and inspire us to want to do more, just because they pushed harder, ran longer, or just overcame their own demons and obstacles. Not only do we admire their accomplishments; their actions makes us believe that if we really put our minds to something, we can, likew...

Marathon at the other end of the world

This time I am glad to have been on the way for the "good cause" in two respects, because as already for many years, I also ran in Malaysia for the Kinderhospitz Bärenherz in Wiesbaden (www.baerenherz.de) and donate traditionally again one euro per kilometer to the facility. Since the Borneo Marathon was all about "Unicef", it was a great pleasure for me to participate in the "...

Gemma Hockett: Returning to Run Limassol after 2018 success

British runner Gemma Hockett, aka Marathon Girl, is clearly still delighted about her Half Marathon PB and podium position at OPAP Limassol Marathon GSO in 2018. Coming second in the women’s field in a time of 1:26:19, and collecting a superb trophy as a reward, Gemma had a fantastic race on the flat and fast course and thoroughly enjoyed all that Limassol had to offer.It was such a positive exper...

Christof Lindenbeck...Changing the World One Step at a Time

Running is a sport that brings out the best in people. Unlike organized sports, where there is a team, a runner is competing for himself or herself, win or lose. And, unlike other sports, it isn’t always the competition that pushes athletes on. Sometimes it is a will and desire to achieve a goal, like running a marathon or overcoming adversity. The biggest unifier there is sports-wise, running is ...

A Chance Meeting That Turned Into a Mentor and Friend

It is funny how running brings people from all walks of life together joined with a common love. I was lucky to cross paths with a bright-eyed, beautiful, woman named Maria Davydenko when I sat down to interview her. My initial contact with Maria was to discuss her association with Dayo Akinbode, a woman who singlehandedly created the Ile-Ife Marathon with nothing more than the desire to h...

For blind runners in Beirut, a vision of glory awaits

Running a marathon is difficult enough as it is, but doing so as a blind person, less than five months after taking up the sport, is an extraordinary task. But as the days count down to the 2018 BLOM Bank Beirut Marathon on November 11, that’s exactly what Ghina Achkar, a 26-year-old Lebanese woman, is preparing to do. Achkar turned blind during high school but when she takes to the line next mont...

Hassan Dia's story - BLOM Bank Beirut Marathon

Every race is special in its own way, but this year’s BLOM Bank Beirut Marathon will carry extra meaning for Hassan Dia, a 22-year-old Lebanese hand cyclist. Not only will the November 11 race wind its way around the streets of his home city, but it will also offer the rising star a golden opportunity to boost his qualification hopes for the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo. “It’s the most beautiful...

Rocks, pebbles and mountain tops - my first marathon

Well, it was actually 45k but felt like 80. The why is not that it was too long but rather that itwas a tougher course than anyone could anticipate beforehand. The course map was wellmarked as well as the topographical map but when you are in the middle of it even thesmallest pebble would feel like the highest mountain.Prepare13 hours travelling from the south of Sweden up to Vemdalen was perhaps ...

RUNNER IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Ola Bryngelson

Namn: Ola BryngelsonÅlder: 60 plusBor: Stockholms innerstad ( Östermalm )Familj: Fru och två utflugna löparintresserade sönerYrke/sysselsättning: Tidigare Key Account Manager inom Swissair och Avis. Numera Projektarbete inom Marathongruppen , Coach/ledare inom Team Stockholm Marathon/TSMRunning samt styrelseledamot inom Svenska Marathonsällskapet och Skål international ett turismbranschnätverk. L...

Not weak on hell week!

Among the toughest training weeks, I have ever completed. The 20k distance run on Sunday put a nice cherry on top of last week’s sessions. Started off with a strength session and a cosy 60 mins cross-trainer. Sparring with nothing other than Netflix on a relaxed Monday afternoon.Then things got weird..Travesty Tuesday added up to 25k including 6k threshold interval averaging 3:way-to-low which is ...

IAAF World Half Marathon Championships in Valencia

To see more of Gabriele follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabryammoni/Last Saturday, March 24th the half-marathon world championships were held in Valencia, "Ciudad del running". At 5:05 pm the elite athletes started, while the men's race started at 5:30 pm. Following the professional athletes over 14,000 amateur runners from all over the world have run on the same path in...

Run Limassol – More than a Race

The last days I felt so relaxed. As if I forgot that, during this sunny trip to Cyprus, I was going to run a half marathon. I knew the nerves would come at the moment I was at the start line....And here I am, me and my nerves....

Limassol Marathon // 2:53:20 PB // 8ste plek; 10de overall // Worlds Marathon's influencers weekend

Soms heb je net even dat beetje geluk nodig en laat ik dat nou hebben gekregen het afgelopen weekend. Eigenlijk was dat geluk al een aantal maanden eerder toen ik te horen kreeg dat ik via de organisatie “World Marathons” was uitgenodigd voor de marathon in Limassol. Mede dankzij de tip van Hedwig kwamen we in contact met elkaar. Samen met een aantal fanatieke lopers mocht ik, op uitnodiging, een ...

Prologue - I love to hate running

Running sucks! - at least that is what probably went through my mind when I started running on a regular basis after a life of playing football. It was 2011 and I had just started University in Gothenburg. My time was limited and I had to find something to keep myself in relatively good shape. I tried a few sports, looking to find a new hobby but everywhere I went I felt like an outsider coming in...

The Big Five or Major Six

One ultimate goal, the Big Five or eventually the Major Six.September 2015, I just finished the 10EM, which is the same as 16km, at the DamtotDam in Amsterdam.It went smooth, even without proper training and that makes me courageous. A bit overconfident maybe, but well that has taken me to some awesome places. 'If I can run 10EM like this, then I can actually try and run a half marathon with some ...

ÜBER LIMASSOL AUF DEN ROTEN TEPPICH: MEIN TRAINING FÜR DEN HAMBURG MARATHON

 Eins meiner liebsten Motivationslieder (egal, ob Wettkampf oder Training), dass ich gedanklich singe, wenn´s mir schwer fällt. Und gerade in der Marathonvorbereitung und natürlich dann im Wettkampf kommt immer wieder der Punkt, an dem der Kopf lieber aufhören möchte und versucht, den Körper davon zu überzeugen, dass er auch aufhört. Trotzdem (oder doch eher genau deshalb?) laufe ich dieses Jahr i...

Limassol Marathon - Running my First Marathon!

It is another magically white winter in Sweden. The same period of the year as 3 years ago when I signed up for my first half marathon race. I remember vividly how I wrote that very exciting line in the list of my good resolutions for the coming year. Now, I realize that I decided to run a half marathon without having the experience of any other shorter distance race. Crossing the finish line of t...

Lifelong Running

I’ve been running since high school where I ran track (though cheerleading was my bread and butter). Then in college I began distance running and fell in love. As a sophomore in college my game plan was to run 6 miles a day everyday and that did me well until an overuse injury led to knee surgery in 2005. Throughout that time period I began racing 5ks/10ks sporadically and had a first marriage tha...

Conquering the World

Hello! I'm Lena and I live in Moscow! I am 45 years old. I keep an active and healthy lifestyle. I’m keen on sport and I’ve been running for long distances for four years so far. To your surprise, I’ve already taken part in 3 marathons, the Moscow Marathon, Paris Marathon, as well as the Berlin Marathon! And now my new goal and challenge is to participate in all the top six world marathons that ar...

Reason to keep going

In 2013 I was walking at the beautifull city of Cádiz, Spain, where I was to learn Spanish. I saw people running and thought: “What can it be that those people keep on running, isn’t that boring? At that time, I lost approximately twenty kilograms and had some problems loosing the last five, to get to a healthy weight. So I told myself: “let’s try running for 5 times. If I don’t like it, I can cho...

Runner in the spotlight: Arnar Petursson

HOW HAS RUNNING CHANGED YOUR LIFE?Running has probably changed my life in more ways than I can ever imagine. First of all it has given me the opportunity to chase my dream of reaching the Olympics and even if that dream won‘t become a reality I know that I am happy every day just going out for a run. I know that even though I have a big goal in mind it is the journey that is most important and i t...

Halong Bay Half Marathon - My first Half Marathon

How to run your first Half MarathonOr should I say… how not to run your first Half Marathon. Full of excitement I follow some friends during the Amsterdam Half Marathon. With the marathon app, you can see where the runners are on the track. Some runners told me their targets, fast times or just finish whenever is possible. I’m so enthusiastic, I keep refreshing the app and watch the runners move t...

Runner in the spotlight: Pris Chew

I had started running in early 2012, purely as a way to get fit. I had been eating a lot, but not been working out much at all, before then.And then in mid 2012, some of my friends encouraged me to sign up for a 10km race with them; that had been my first running race, and after completing it, I found that I could not stop running. I had caught the running bug.Finished several marathons and a coup...

Giving back by running

I have always been a fit person, playing football and also being a football referee at semi-professional level in the UK. Two years ago I started doing crossfit type training and my fitness level dramatically improved... it was at this time that a friend talked me into running my first ever half marathon at Southport. I was instantly hooked on running, crossing the line in 1 hour and 42 minutes! S...

Runner in the spotlight: Bob Bertemes

How has running changed your life?I have always been running since my early childhood so there was no real life changing moment which came with running for me. Although I can say that running is making me a better person in every aspect of life. It is a daily challenge to be the best you can be on each particular day, which will eventually lead to reaching the goals which you set yourself. Moreove...

Runner in the spotlight: Ann Thomas

How has running changed your life? Running empowered me to handle real life situations. It gave me confidence to make a difficult decision.  I knew that, even though it would be hard to be a single mom with sole custody, I was tough and could persevere.  I have been running competitively for over 20 years.  I started as a sprinter in junior high, transitioned to middle distanced in high school, ra...

Running when pregnant

I've been running for more than a decade. Anyone who knows me knows that it's one of my favourite things to do. Running is my release. It's my meditation, and it always brightens my day. But it was still a surprise to many people when I continued running during my pregnancy.I was surprised at the strong reaction of those around me when, continuing as I had pre-pregnancy and running intervals and h...

Running was my new drug...one that was good for me, physically, mentally and spiritually

I wish that I could tell you that my running story was all rainbows and lollipops. But it's not. I will give you a spoiler alert and say it does have a happy ending. Picture this: a 5' 9'', 220 pound white privileged kid from the suburbs from upstate New York, with glasses and dreadlocks that were down to my ass. Not only physically, but also mentally, I was not headstrong or in a good place. I wa...

My journey from sofa to stride

I will never forget my first run. It was 2011 and I had signed up to a local 5km race. I was the chubby young girl who was always open to new experiences but not really ‘into’ running. In fact, that is an understatement. I hated the thought of working out, let alone running, and always struggled to understand how people could ever enjoy it… Oh how that soon changed!Only a runner will be able to tr...

My Athletics Journey

Currently standing at 183 cm, I am slim and strengthened to traverse the terrain of endurance races. Road racing is my preference, but I do enjoy a middle/long distance race on the track. Open water swimming appeals to me but there are times when the pool does suffice. Cycling, for me, sets the pace and rhythm for a scenic tour. The triathlon appeals to me as I have the will to endure three differ...

Every run makes me smile

I started running 3 years ago and since then I have been running. In the first months, the runs were short and easy, but from the first moment I started running, I have competed against myself. Sometimes I have almost been nervous standing there ready to run, ready to start my app to keep track of the time and speed per mile.My goal has been to do better and faster every time. It has made me push ...

Runner in the spotlight: Emily Sanone

How has running changed your life? My daily runs are what clearsmy head and gives me perspective on things. I feel gratitude when Irun. It is a time when I am completely in tune with myself… myfeelings, my thoughts, and my body. Taking that time for myselfearly in the morning helps me approach the rest of the day withmore clarity and a better attitude.On a bigger scale, running races, specifically...

My running journey

If someone had told me even 3 years ago that I would be running marathons I would never have believed them. This time 3 years ago I was quite happy running 5kms and the occasional 10km (not even quickly I might add!). This was also around the time I started taking my fitness a bit more seriously, so I started looking for my next challenge - which happened to be a half marathon held in my local cit...

Running is a gift

It's a Gift.Freedom of flight, of leaps, bounds, two working legs that coordinate beautifully to carry my body up a hill. Each inhale and exhale I take, each breath a treasure. My husband and I work in a pediatric hospital in Colorado. I am an occupational therapist and he is a pulmonologist. I work with children with a variety of disabilities ranging from motor impairments, to cancer, to sensory ...

Running: more than just a sport

It once began as a challenge with a friend, but it ended up as a true lifestyle. About 1.5 years ago I signed up for my first race. Together with my roommate we accepted a challenge to run 10km without any break. So exciting! I never ever ran for more than 5km until that time. The moment I came across the finish line has changed my life. The feeling of joy. The pride. The happiness of all the fini...

Running back to a normal life

Lina Falcken’s life was bright, she had started her own interior design company and was a prominent badminton player. Then just before Christmas 2009, there was a dramatic change in the 29-year-old life. A fall in a staircase in the Norwegian city Ålesund, where Lina then used to live, sent her into coma. She woke up days later to a whole new world and life. Thanks to the strong support of her mot...

A terrible race - lessons learned from Hammer Trail 100 miles

”What doesn ́t kill you, makes you stronger”  Friedrich Nietzche We expected adventure when we boarded the boat towards Bornholm on the 4th of May. Together with my younger brother, I had applied, scared but thrilled, to Denmarks hardest running race, Hammer Trail 100 miles. Weather gods were not on our side and heavy winds created a terrible boat ride to the small danish island. Staff at the bo...

Runner in the spotlight: Holin Wilbanks

How has running changed your life? I'm a better mom, wife and friend since I've been able to spend time lost in the mountain. There's just something magical about the climbs, the peaks, the rivers and the quiet that you can hear so loudly when you are miles away from the real world.Where is your favorite place to run? My Ogden, Utah mountains are really the best place to run. I've tried to find ot...

DISCOVERING DOLOMITES THROUGH RUNNING

Photo credit to: running.bz.lt Summer, the period of elevated temperatures when cities are less attractive due to their unpleasant, hot asphalts. That’s why I decided to spend a few days far from Milan to continue practicing my running activity without suffering of “persistent dehydration”. So, I moved in Trentino - Alto Adige where a famous Italian running trainer was organizing a training camp f...

The story of my first marathon

Since I was a child, I admire marathon runners: they know better than others the pain, the struggle and pleasure of marathons. In my opinion, Everybody who is able to run 26.2 miles was (and is) a hero. So last year a friend of mine told me: "Mattia, what about the Rome Marathon?" and I "No, it's impossible. I'll never be able to run 26.2... I'm not strong enough". Two days later, ...

Midnight Sun Marathon – Tromsø, Norway

It's Saturday 19:30 … if I go now, I can still get some waffles. I would eat oats if I was in Holland, but I'm in Norway. The food is expensive here, but waffles are free in my hotel. Waffles seem like an excellent start, so let's go now.I am not sure about coffee. Coffee will wake me up, give me energy. But I am so nervous already, it won't be very good for my heart rate. I can't decide, so I jus...

How I went through being caught by pneumonia to running 1000km in 5 months

It has been exactly 1.5 year ago now in that I was down on my knees. I was caught by a pneumonia witch left me with weeks of antibiotics that eventually didn’t want to make any effect. When the fevers were finally gone I went for a stroll in the park, this was on the 18th of January 2016. It was freezing outside, I walked about a mile and I was exhausted. But the sun was shining lovely that aftern...

Why I run

I run because every run is a travel. When you travel, you are more aware of the life that passes. You find yourself in the same place as the other people but you are not in the same flow. When you travel, you are more conscious and your mind is more open to grasp every detail around you. You see not only what is different from the country and city you come from but also the things that without bei...

Brief experience of a young marathon man

I was first introduced to the world of sports by my parents at the age of 5, where I started attending karate lessons. Practicing karate as both a sport and a martial art exposed me to many new perspectives on dedication, determination, mental strength and has encouraged me to constantly pursue further personal development. Thanks to karate, I have also developed my passion for various endurance a...

Why Are East African Runners So Dominant?

Why Are East African Runners So Dominant?It isn’t just your imagination. Yes, East African runners have a tendency to dominate every running record on the books with reason. It isn’t just that their lifestyle is quite a bit more difficult than other cultures, often requiring that they work long and arduously strenuous manual labor hours. But, it also may be in their genetic makeup and evolution.Ke...

Marathon Greats

Those Who Beat The Odds By Beating Out The Competition Deserve Our Utmost AdorationMost would consider anyone who is capable of running a half or a full marathon an amazing example of human perseverance. There are some elite marathoners that go beyond what human expectancies could ever imagine. Marathon runners may not normally be the ones who get the endorsements and fame, but they get the adorat...

Inspiring Female Marathoners

Some famous runners have not only shattered expectations but have also broken glass ceilings, breaking personal bests and world records.  One of the best things about running is that it is an equal opportunity employer. Anyone with a pair of running shoes and some air in their lungs can hit the trail for the outdoors. There are greats of every age, race, creed, and gender. No one would have thoug...

Fighting cancer with 40 marathons in 2016

Thomas Alm celebrates his 40th anniversary with 40 endurance races In 2010, Thomas Alm’s life changed dramatically. His beloved mum passed away in cancer and to handle the sorrow, Thomas put on his running shoes, and as he put it, he just “ran, ran and ran”. The same year he completed his first marathon in New York (3:45:22). For Thomas, long distance running has become a great therapy and also g...

Male Ultra Marathon legends

Those Who Inspire, Awe-Strike Us, And Tire Us Just Thinking About Their Amazing FeatsA marathon is something that only elite athletes can dream of competing in. To cross the finish line after traveling 26.2 miles puts even the slowest of runners in a very distinguished category. An ultra marathon, gaining traction for those who aren’t satiated enough with the grueling 20 some miles, is something t...

Wheelchair Training for 42k Races

Running a marathon takes a tremendous amount of courage, due diligence, hard work and preparation, and mostly a lot of dedication. These traits are by no means any different for wheelchair marathoners as well. Regardless of how you go about participating in a marathon, you need to train properly and in a timely fashion, both physically and mentally. While there are hundreds of training programs to...

Shanghai International Marathon Travel Packages 2019

The official ITP of 2019 Shanghai International Marathon, ZX-Tour offers two packages for this amazing event:- Two nights Shared Twin Room with guaranteed ticket for Marathon or 10k distance- Two nights Single Room with guaranteed ticket for Marathon or 10k distanceBuy accommodation packages for Shanghai International Marathon.Each package includes: - Two nights hotel accommodations (check-in Nov ...

Races in Germany and Austria…These Simply Shouldn’t be Missed!

Running a marathon takes commitment, drive and determination. But it doesn’t have to be all hard work. After all the training, hitting the pavement even when you don’t feel like it, and sacrifice that it sometimes takes to be marathon-ready, you should treat yourself. The best way to do that is to make your next race a destination marathon. Races in Germany and Austria are an excellent way to trea...

Brrrr…Seven More Enjoyable Ways to Brave Your Cold Winter Runs!

From the outside, it might look like we runners just love to run no matter what. The dirty little secret that we all hold is that running isn’t always that enjoyable. When the cold winter months roll around, we too have that little voice inside that says “well maybe we should just skip it today”. But if you skip it today, what about tomorrow when the weather isn’t any better? If you are someone wh...

Electrolytes Are Electricity For The Body… How’s Your Circuit Running?

On the label of most sports drinks, the word “electrolytes” is front and center. If you haven’t paid much attention to your electrolytes, or the balance of them, you should. As the weather starts to heat up outside, if you are running long distance or in extreme temperatures, electrolytes, and the balance of them, become extremely important.What are electrolytes?In scientific terms...

New Research Shows What Runners Already Know, Runner’s High Is Real And Really Effective

Runners know one thing that non runners don’t, running is one of the best cures for whatever ails your worried mind. There is nothing more freeing than strapping on your shoes and going running to clear your head and to chase away emotional anxiety. Not just about the “runners high”, which undoubtedly feels about as good as any other type of high, when you hit the trials, it not only feels as if y...

GHENT MARATHON Ambitious second edition on 28 October 2018

On Sunday the 28th of October 2015 will take place the 2nd edition of the Pauwels Consulting Ghent Marathon. The 1e edition was already a big success and brought about 7.000 runners to Ghent.For the 2nd edition that challenge will be even bigger. Marathonman Stefaan Engels, faceand organisor of the Ghent Marathon, share the ambition to become the biggest international marathon of Belgium. Hereby h...

Running Tour in Porto - Discover Porto in Portugal with Sergio and his guides

Come discover Porto together with your running tour hosts Sergio and the guides working with him. Discover this beautiful cobblestoned streets in the North of Portugal together with local runners who know their way around and who will be able to show you all the hidden gems you want to discover. The reason I started my own running tour company in PortoIt was during 2015 that Porto Running Tours pr...

Running Tour in Paris - Discover Paris with your guide Andréa

Come discover Paris together with your running tour hosts Andréa, Hamidou and Chabane! You will discover the sights you just cannot miss, in the most beautiful and romantic city of the world. We will show and teach you more about the main Parisian landmarks while running the calm morning streets of Paris.The reason I started my own running tour company in ParisI first had the idea of leading runni...

Reasons to run the number one running event in Finland - The Helsinki City Marathon

Would you like to run the streets of Finland’s capital and enjoy the clean air and the beautiful sea views while running? If yes, Finland’s number one marathon, the 40th Helsinki City Marathon or Helsinki City Running Day’s other distances on October 3rd would be the perfect option for you. Let us tell you why.40th anniversary of the legendary Helsinki City MarathonThe legendary Fi...

Reggae Marathon in Jamaica

This year's Reggae-Jamaica Marathon took place on December 8th, 2019 in Negril, Jamaica. A very special place to run a marathon, because here in Jamaica the 8-time Olympic champion and 11-time “sprint world champion” Usain Bolt was born. Negril is located in the west of the island, about 70 kilometers from Montego Bay.After we had traveled a week earlier, explored the island (in the footsteps of B...

Best International Winter Running Destinations

There are two types of runners: those who like running in the cold and those who don't. The winter, in particular, leaves us with decreased daylight and colder days, so it is no wonder a majority of people become less motivated to run outside. However, running races hold no seasonal discrimination. In fact, destination runs can occasionally offer a change in climate so the idea of combining a race...

Heading to a Work Conference? See these Cities in Less Than an Hour by Taking a 5k or Less Running Tour!

As life starts to get hectic, the first thing that tends to go is exercise. And if you are traveling for work, when you get home, you probably want to spend some much-needed time with friends and family. The good news is there is a way to get your workout in, while at a conference and see an entire city in less than an hour. These fabulous five and under mile running tours are for the newbie to no...

The Indian Marathon Boom – 500+ new races to look forward

The Indian economy is thriving – and so is the running industry! This exciting market offers new experiences for long-distance runners and an opportunity to discover both the vibrant mega cities and India’s amazing landscapes. But starting a race in this crowded country is not a “walk in the park”. We have interviewed Hugh Jones, Race Director of Mumbai Marathon and Secretary at AIMS, about race o...

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...

How to Keep a Positive Mindset During Long Distance Runs

Let us start out by taking a moment to calculate how many thoughts you create over a period of one hour, then consider how many you have in two, three, of four hours of your day? Probably a whole heck of a lot. Now imagine your thoughts over that period of time while you are performing your long-distance runs. If you had to estimate your emotional connections to these thoughts, one would hope the ...

Finish Line Relocates Putting Belgian Attractions Firmly In The Spotlight

The 15th Brussels Airport Marathon & Half Marathon will take place on 28th October 2018. Together with title partner, Brussels Airport, the organisation has made a conscious choice for change. The finish line shall therefore relocate to the Parc du Cinquantenaire, the expo will move to the spectacular Autoworld, and participants will be able to discover all of the delic...

Setting the right running pace

Setting A Pace For Success The Mentality Of Pushing Yourself To The Finish Line There is a reason that the analog of feeling like you are on a marathon exists. Running a marathon is one of the most challenging feat that anyone can accomplish. In reality the body was not designed to run that long just for pure enjoyment. Instead we have been designed to save up energy for important stuff such as r...

Marathon race Nutrition

Nutrition For Race Day… Stick To What You KnowIn Psychology, there is something called state-dependent learning. It is the theory that whatever you do while you are learning something if being tested, you should follow the same routine and do the same things. The same is true for the day of the big race. Whatever it is that you eat before your long run training days, is what you should eat the day...