Why Runners Should Run Strides and Hills
Plenty of runners simply run their miles at the same pace, on the same route, day after day. But what if adding just a couple of minutes of effort to most of your runs could make a huge difference to...
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Are You Wasting Energy in Your Run?
The irony about running is it seems like such a simple, natural movement, however it turns out there is a lot of room to boost your efficiency so every step truly counts. There are plenty of things...
Research Reveals the Best Way For Runners to Catch Their Breath
For years, coaches and trainers have been telling clients and athletes to stand up tall to catch their breath, even suggesting they put their hands overhead. Our natural inclination is to bend at the...
How to Run Efficiently on Concrete, Dirt, Sand and More
Running on pavement, cement, sand, dirt or rail trail have their unique challenges. It’s not simply about which running surface is better or more optimal since that answer is: “it depends” or...
How to Bike Steep Hills Like a Pro
One of the most common goals of many cyclists is to climb hills better — meaning, faster. You can get better at climbing by working on the elements that make a great climber including building...