7 Endurance Tips From Ultramarathon Runner Ian Sharman
Ultramarathons are grueling events that can range from 50 kilometers (just over 31 miles) to 160 miles in distance. To compete in such long, intense events, an athlete must not [...]
Ultramarathon Runner Stephanie Howe’s 7 Training Secrets
Ultramarathon runner Stephanie Howe was a two-time All-American in cross country and nordic skiing at Northern Michigan University. She holds a master's degree in physiology from Montana State University, and [...]
Book ‘1:59’ Examines the Sub-Two-Hour Marathon
The new athletic guide by Dr. Philip Maffetone, entitled 1:59: The Sub-Two Hour Marathon Is Within Reach—Here's How It Will Go Down, and What It Can Teach All Runners about [...]
Who Eats More, an NFL Player or an Ultramarathoner?
The bodies of an NFL safety and an ultra-runner are incredibly different. One is designed for violent explosions of force every few minutes, and the other is built to just keep [...]
FIRST LOOK: New York Marathon-Inspired Running Shoe from New Balance
In anticipation of the ING New York City Marathon on Nov. 3, New Balance announced a version of its 890v4 running shoe that pays homage to the boroughs and neighborhoods [...]
The Marathon Gear You Need to Stay Comfortable for 26.2 Miles
Months of training can go to waste if marathoners neglect their health and comfort on race day. Don't let race-route disasters end your run early. Stay as comfortable as possible [...]
7 Tips to Help First-Time Marathoners Avoid Common Mistakes
Marathon training can be confusing. Many first-timers focus so intently on building up their legs and endurance that they overlook other keys to a successful race. The biggest marathon training [...]
Want to Run a Half Marathon? Tips and Tricks to Get You to the Finish Line
If you've mastered the 5K and crossed the finish line of its double-distance cousin, the 10K, you can now contemplate running a half marathon. The half marathon is a tricky [...]
8 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Ran My First Marathon
Many first-time marathoners have no idea what they’re getting themselves into. I know that was true in my case, but at the time, I didn’t think it would matter. I [...]
Running a Marathon? Your Fueling Questions Answered
Marathon season is in full swing, and many of my clients have come to me with nutrition questions for their big race. If you’re running a marathon soon, you should [...]