Running insoles can help you run longer and prevent injury. When looking for running insoles, you want ones that are comfortable and address whatever issue you are having. It is best to look at the wear on your shoes for clues on what sort of support you need. I review the 7 best running insoles … Read more
Returning to running requires a lot of patience and trust. I have had to do it several times in the past few years due to running injuries. The key to returning without injury is taking it slow, adding one variable at a time, and slowly increasing volume. I detail how to return to running below. … Read more
I have a close running friend who is a running shoe expert. I sent her a photo of the soles of my racing shoes to see if she thought I had any miles left in them. She can tell this from the running shoe wear pattern on the soles of my shoes. Instead of answering … Read more
Strength training for runners can help improve performance and reduce injury risk. Studies show that strength training for runners enhances running form, VO2 max, and running economy. Specifically, runners may use 2-8 percent less energy and oxygen to run, improving time trial performance by 2 to 5 percent. It doesn’t take long to get benefits from strength … Read more
Pilates seems to be having a moment. A lot of pro runners like Keira D’Amato and elite runners like Andrea Pomaranski swear by it for improving strength, performance, and injury prevention. But should runners do Pilates really? After all, we also hear how if you want to get stronger and feel the benefits as a … Read more
If you have a blister from running, in most cases you want to leave it alone, says dermatologist Dr. Carley Fowler. You can tape it. If you must pop it, you can delicately drain it. Read on to learn the best tape for blisters, how to prevent them, and how to drain them. Should you … Read more
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