Articles about running gear topics for runners to enhance performance. These tips will make you better on and off the roads.
I almost always wear a sports bra with a pocket when I run. In fact, I am sure I am known around my neighborhood as the woman who runs with a phone on her chest (maybe resembling a robot…). I love the ease of being able to access my phone while running. Yes, yes, I … Read more
It’s no secret I think Hoka is a great shoe. In fact, I blame deterring from wearing Hoka shoes for my 2.5 year injury cycle. I wore the Hoka Tracer for years. Then they stopped making them, so I started wearing On Clouds. I loved the ONs at first, but the heel slippage contributed to … Read more
Achilles tendonitis is one of the most common running injuries. When running, your foot hits the ground with every step and pushes off again—and this repeated motion can put pressure on the Achilles tendon. The pain from Achilles tendonitis is often felt in the back of the heel bone and can cause swelling and stiffness … Read more
The jogging stroller market is changing. New models are coming out every year including those that almost literally turn everything on their head. Well, maybe not turning it on their head but almost doing it backwards where you aren’t pushing but you’re pulling! So it’s time to review the best jogging strollers on the market! … Read more
Looking to find the best running stroller for you is almost the same as trying to find the best car. You want it to be safe, go the distance, be comfortable, and fit your lifestyle. It’s a commitment—not just for your pocketbook, but for your life. As a mother runner, having a jogging stroller is … Read more
Three running books from highly respected elite female distance runners have been released this year. I gobbled them up as soon as I could even though my life doesn’t seem to lend itself to much reading. The books, Good for a Girl by Lauren Fleshman, Choosing to Run by Des Linden, and The Longest Run by … Read more
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