If you want to achieve overall body fitness, running is one of the simplest and most effective ways to jumpstart your journey. Aside from its long list of health benefits, running doesn’t need any special equipment. It’s just you, your running shoes, and your strong willpower.
Many people are interested...
A recent study has found that there is an inversely proportional relationship with the male libido and the intensity and duration of endurance based exercise.
Quoting Wikipedia, Libido is a person's overall sexual drive or desire for sexual activity. Libido is influenced by biological, psychological, and social factors. Bored? Play...
A quick thank-you is owed to Runner's Tribe for the opportunity to talk about myself, which is something I try not to make a habit of. Hopefully some perspective into my routine and training proves interesting.
I’m based in North East Melbourne and lucky to be surrounded by trails –...
Depression and Running: Written by Amity Delaney
Mental illnesses do not discriminate. They can affect anyone at any time and athletes are no exception. Depression and running work together in two ways. On the one hand, certain aspects about being an elite athlete and training for running can potentially increase...
Have you gotten a new pair of running shoes that aren’t the most comfortable? Is nagging arch pain giving you the sense you might need more arch support in your running shoe? You may be in the market for running inserts or orthopedic insoles . . . and you’re...
At some point in their lives, approximately 80 percent of people will experience back pain. Some people, like runners, are highly susceptible to back pain -- in fact, one study showed that more than 50 percent of runners reported having a history of back pain.
Runners can experience back pain...
RT: Tom, good to have you back on RT. How is the running going?
TDC: Thanks for having me, always a pleasure. Running is going well thanks, taking the foot off the pedal a bit since World Half Marathon Champs in March but looking to gear up for a marathon...
The University of Colorado has implemented new guidelines for body composition testing after an independent review found that the current practices negatively affected a significant number of student-athletes, particularly those on the women's cross-country and track and field teams. The 82-page report, along with a summary of the results and actions taken by the university, was provided to Runner's World. The review revealed that the testing and related nutrition advice exacerbated eating disorders and caused harm to the athletes. The investigation did not find any violations of university or NCAA rules, but it highlighted concerns about the culture and environment within the program.
Matt Fitzgerald is an acclaimed endurance sports coach, nutritionist, and author. His many books include The Endurance Diet, 80/20 Running, How Bad Do You Want It? , and most recently 80/20 Triathlon.
Every endurance athlete is familiar with the idea that certain physiological tests can be used to predict endurance performance. For example, the classic...
How does one sustain 3 hour marathon pace for 26.2 miles or 42.2 kilometers? Have you had issues holding this pace and have as your goal to become a sub 3 hour marathoner?
You are not alone. Athletes around the world are seeking to...
