I explore the ongoing debate between barefoot running and using heavily cushioned shoes, such as the ON Cloud 5 shoes, in the video below. Barefoot running encourages a natural gait, engaging the muscles in your feet and lower legs more effectively. This can improve balance and strength over time, but lacks the cushioning needed to […]
Running is one of the most natural forms of exercise known to humankind. Whether you’re sprinting across a field, jogging through a park, or simply shuffling along a city sidewalk, running is a pure, uncomplicated way to get your body moving. It doesn’t require a gym membership or fancy equipment; all you need is a […]
Running is a great activity to get your daily exercise and to keep your body and mind active. It can be done anywhere, at any time, and is a great way to get in shape, improve cardiovascular health, weight loss, and stress relief. Running is also a great way to improve your mood and get […]
You’ve just finished your run, kicked off your shoes, and are having a quick breather on the couch before you get in the shower, then you start to feel a creeping pain in the soles of your feet and notice the onset of intestinal discomfort. Even though running is fantastic for your overall health and […]
Running a marathon is a common exercise goal. It can also be one of the most challenging targets to achieve. The body goes through a lot when running a marathon, so recovering well and fully is crucial to prevent injury. It is best to come up with a plan for your recovery before you run […]
If you are a runner, spraining your ankle is one of the most frustrating things that can happen! It’s not just the blow to the physical routine for many people, but the inability to do the exercise that is so important to mental well-being that is so frustrating. Understandably, people want to get back to […]
Trail running is one of the best ways to stay in shape and enjoy the great outdoors at the same time; however, that doesn’t always mean everyone is equipped to deal with the reality of the hobby. Without the right gear and a keen sense of awareness, trail running can be a far more hazardous […]
Are you trying to figure out the best runner’s tips for avoiding chafing? Read on to learn how to prevent inner thigh chafing. In 2019, 17 million Americans competed in running events across the country, just to give an idea. It’s clear America loves the thrill of running, its health benefits, and the rejuvenating afterglow. […]
There aren’t many mentally challenging and physically alluring activities that are as interchanging as yoga and running. Even if many keen runners or yoga practitioners may disagree, yoga and running have more things in common than other exercises. Some may reckon that the two practices can exude and teach two completely diverse things, but they […]
How can a blood-pumping, heart-racing activity like running possibly be meditative? We tend to think of meditation as a still activity, usually performed in a lying position, sedentary at most. The less you move, the more relaxed and mentally present you are, right? Meditation is a state of mindfulness, conscious living in the present moment […]
