Yoga for Runners
May 16, 2011
By Guest Blogger
By Amy Annis Most people understand that yoga as a part of your fitness regime adds strength and flexibility. But for runners, it adds a whole additional element, lengthening the life of the sport they love. I grew up with a runner. My father had a stressful job and my earliest comprehension of exercise was that of a stress buster. After work he would come home, throw his suit coat on the couch and head… Read More >
Running on Insulin
June 29, 2010
By Guest Blogger
Photo Credit: Timtak By Michelle Sorensen Exercise has always been an important part of my life. Since being diagnosed with Type 1 (insulin-dependent) diabetes 11 years ago I have remained active. However, I have sometimes felt fearful or anxious and avoided activities I used to enjoy, due to the constant fear of hypoglycemia. This happens when my blood sugar drops below a safe level. Over time I have learned to appreciate what diabetes teaches me:… Read More >
Scott Jurek’s Personal Marathon
April 12, 2010
By Guest Blogger
Scott Jurek By Geoff Cohen Standing relaxed and confident before a full house at NYC’s Jack Rabbit Sports, Scott Jurek began speaking to a rapt audience. He discussed training, running, and his race against the Tarahumara Indians through Mexico’s Copper Canyon. He is uniquely qualified to talk about these topics. He brings the practical knowledge gained from winning seven consecutive Western States 100-mile ultra marathons, the “book” knowledge earned from a degree in physical therapy,… Read More >
Build Strength to Improve Running Efficiency
August 6, 2009
By Brendan Brazier
A few decades ago endurance athletes were encouraged to avoid “gym training” for fear that they would develop heavy, bulky muscles. The reasoning was: extra mass without function will inhibit endurance performance. This makes sense. However, the reason “gym training” was adamantly shunned by the endurance culture was primarily due to it being lumped together with the body building culture. Of course the main reason bodybuilders lift weights is to build bulk. They also weight… Read More >
