Mini Workouts Throughout the Day

Completing long workouts in the fitness center is not always sustainable with a busy workday and a never-ending to-do list waiting for you at home. However, recent research shows that mini workouts throughout the day are just as effective as long workouts! Here are some ways you can split up your day to move more…

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Technical Running Apparel: Why It Matters

Today’s contribution is from Big Peach Running Co.   During a run, we have many thoughts that go through our mind – “How’s my pace?”, “How far have I gone?”, “How many hills are on this course?”, “How much longer until I’m done?” and similar thoughts. We don’t give much thought to our clothing, but…

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Run Safe, Run Smart

Today’s contribution is from Big Peach Running Co. Whether you run or walk in the dark or during daylight hours, a good safety plan is just as important as a good training plan. Gearing Up To See and Be Seen: If you train before the sun rises or after it sets, are you dressed like…

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Stretching Basics

Today’s contribution is from Big Peach Running Co. Avoid injury and fatigue, learn how to stretch properly. WHO Should Stretch? Anyone and everyone who regularly runs, walks, hikes, bikes or participates in other physical activities. WHAT/WHERE Should You Stretch? The major muscle groups used for your activity. Runners for example need to stretch their legs and glutes.…

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Selecting the Right Running Shoe

Today’s contribution is from Big Peach Running Co. Want to become a better runner? For many of us simply spending more time running can attain a substantial improvement in performance. Pretty simple, right? Run more – get better at it. Of course, having a well-conceived training plan as opposed to simply logging junk miles will…

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