Articles about running gear topics for runners to enhance performance. These tips will make you better on and off the roads.
This is a true story that happened TODAY. My husband hurt his back and neck yesterday. He could barely walk when I saw him this morning. When driving home with the kids from the pool we saw him RUNNING. Good idea? We will find out—but it prompted me to find the best neck massager and … Read more
Running while pregnant is possible! And many pregnant runners do it with a secret weapon—a belly band for runners. A belly band (also called a maternity belt or pregnancy support belt) helps support your pregnant tummy and relieve pressure as you run. It also helps support your low back which often hurts pregnant women because … Read more
Most runners know that the way to recover is to increase blood flow. Practically every recovery tool has this aim—including compression therapy. And now there are several products flooding the market using compression therapy to improve recovery, including leg compression boots which come at a costly price. So, are these fancy leg compression machines worth … Read more
The other day I had a stack of boxes at my door so big, that neighbors helped to move them so we could enter the house. The boxes were sent from physical therapists Bob and Brad, hoping I would try their new recovery tools and give an honest review! My first thought was, “wow! I … Read more
UPDATED May 21, 2022: Massage guns for runners are all the rage these days. But are massage guns worth the money? Can massage guns really help your running? When massage therapists, physical therapists, and my chiropractor started using them on me, I started paying attention—maybe massage guns could be worth the investment. So, I hopped … Read more
There is a magical recovery tool that can help you warm-up for your run, recover faster from your run, and prevent injuries. It’s called a foam roller. And there are a ton of benefits of foam rolling including relief of sore muscles and joints and increased mobility. In fact, I tell my athletes to prioritize … Read more
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