While the title may not sound familiar, people living in and around Kalamazoo, Michigan, know this annual sporting event better as the “Borgess Run for the Health of It”. Although there will be a few roads closed for the Marathon, the organizers said that there is plenty of parking available. We’ll take a look at …
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If you are looking for a new running challenge and you love to travel then the 50 states challenge could be ideal for you. But what is the 50 states challenge? What does it involve? We have put together this guide to tell you everything you need to know about the 50 states challenge. What …
Volunteering at any event is always an appreciated service. From charity to events to running events, everyone involved is highly appreciated by the community and generally feels fulfilled after a day’s work. But how can you get involved? Volunteers at running events take an array of roles. Whether it’s handing out water to runners, set-up …
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There are over 1000 marathon events held every year in the United States, drawing over half a million participants in total. But which are the most famous marathons in America? What makes them so great? And who has celebrated victory at these races? Keep reading to find out. Boston Marathon – Boston, Massachusetts The Boston …
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Shin splints, which also go by their medical term of medial tibial stress syndrome, is a very common occurrence in which bone tissues and muscles in the shin bones can become inflamed and irritated from strenuous exercise. Luckily, taping can help to alleviate pain and aid in the recovery process – but how do you …
Once you have conquered a short run, you may want to test yourself at a longer distance yet with that comes a much bigger challenge. There are many rewards to long-distance running including how it can improve your self-esteem, mental health, metabolism, and cardiovascular health. You can also take your time with it and build …
When you set yourself a running goal, it helps to be confident that you can finish strong. If you are starting to feel tired at a midway point then the rest of the run may seem like a slog. You want to enjoy running which makes stamina and endurance key traits to learn. Be consistent …
Whether you’re been running marathons for years and want to tick the Boston Marathon off your list, or you’ve just recently gotten into running and want to try your very first long distance run attempt, the Boston marathon is one of the most famous marathons in the USA, and on the bucket list of many …
Marathons, as well as other types of long distance runs, require plenty of preparation before the big day. Along with making sure that you’re armed with a water bottle and have the latest and greatest running equipment – eating right should also be at the top of your running priority checklist. When you run for …
All of us fall out of routine or stop trying now and then. Hey, life can get in the way, responsibilities can become too much to juggle, and sometimes the goals we set for ourselves are harder than initially thought. The good news is that it’s always possible to pick up where you left off. …
