Why I Run
Sometimes it’s nice to step back and remind ourselves of why we run. The below passage is a personal account of why one runner continues to put in mile after mile each week. Running is clearly a core part of this person’s life and it’s inspiring to see other runners share the same sentiment. One ...Andy Johns 14 oktober om 15:35.
Marathon Spectator Signs You Might Enjoy
Listening to spectators cheer you on during a race can be pretty entertaining. I always get a chuckle out of the “Way to go! You’re almost there!” comments at mile 15 of a marathon. The signs that spectators bring can be flat out hilarious. Belo...Andy Johns 11 oktober om 11:08.
The Evolution of Running Shoes
One of the most popular commercials of all time was run by Nike. It included Spike Lee and Michael Jordan and burned the slogan “it’s gotta be the shoes” into the minds of basketball fans around the globe. It w...Andy Johns 06 oktober om 20:00.
Blowing Your Nose While Running
A commonly asked question by runners is “what do I do about a runny nose during a race? ...Andy Johns 23 september om 20:54.
10 Things to Avoid Doing the Day Before a Marathon
Months of meticulous preparation for a race can all be a wash if you make a few pre-race blunders the day before the event. Below is a list of the top 10 things you want to avoid doing in the final 24 hours leading up to your marathon. 1...Andy Johns 21 september om 21:52.
Yasso 800's
Bart Yasso is super human. He is a beast. He has run marathons on all seven continents, raced in ultra marathons around the world, completed several Ironman Triathlons and even competed in the Badwater 146 through Death Valley...Andy Johns 30 augustus om 16:49.
Trail Races vs Road Races: Things to Consider when Picking your Next Race
Choosing the right race is important. The race you sign up for will have downstream effects on every aspect of your race preparation including training duration (for how many weeks or months you prepare), training terrain (will it be flat and fast or involve significant elevation change), and so no...Andy Johns 19 augustus om 20:26.
Vibram Five Fingers Product Review
When I first started distance running my coaches told me that I over-pronated. They said that I was prone to injury because of it. My IT band would get tight. My knees might start hurting. My arches would swell up and ache. All of that might happen because of natural dysfunctions in my running form...Andy Johns 10 augustus om 22:26.
35 Ways to Become a Better Runner
For anyone looking to becoming a better runner, consider this the Holy Grail of “how to become a better runner” lists. Th...Andy Johns 02 augustus om 14:58.
We Need to Bring Running Back to the Basics!
A few months back I was golfing with my brothers. We were on the heels of another group in front of us throughout most of the day. At one point we merged with the group as they were about to tee up. Then ensued a series of strange events...Andy Johns 27 juli om 9:00.
What to Eat Before Running
Ultra marathon running was once described as “an eating and drinking contest with running mixed in between.” This is one of the most accurate and universal statements about running that’s ever been made. For ...Andy Johns 22 juli om 9:00.
Barefoot Running – The Real Deal or Just a Fad?
Abebe Bikila won the 1960 Olympic gold medal. He broke many records that day. He was the first African to win an Olympic gold medal. He also set a marathon record running it in 2:15:16...Andy Johns 18 juli om 13:06.
The Runner's High – How and Why it's Helped us Survive
I love talking to people about why they run. You’ll get a wide range of reasons depending on who you ask. What’s even more interesting though is hearing about HOW they get through a run not just WHY they decide to do it. Think about it. Co...Andy Johns 26 juni om 16:51.
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