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Marathon Training Must-Haves: 4 Essentials for Race Day Success

Liam Cayton — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 09:30:27 +0000

Signed up for a marathon? Whether you’re eyeing your very first 5K or gearing up for your 26.2-mile marathon debut, one thing is for sure: you will have to train for it. Running is simple at its core. You need nothing but energy to fuel your stride. But to make training smoother and a bit [...]

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Master Marathon Timings: Your Path to a Personal Best in 2025

Liam Cayton — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 09:35:28 +0000

Embarking on the 26.2-mile marathon journey is a monumental challenge that requires more than just physical stamina. Achieving your personal best in marathon timings is influenced by factors like training, nutrition, mental preparation, and understanding how your body responds to stress. This article dives deep into the science of endurance, expert insights, case studies, and [...]

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The World’s Most Challenging Triathlons in 2024

Liam Cayton — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 17:16:28 +0000

Are you ready to discover the most challenging triathlons the world has to offer in 2024? These events are more than just races; they are ultimate tests of human endurance and resolve. In this comprehensive guide, we dive into the most challenging triathlons, where athletes from around the globe come to test their limits. These [...]

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Ultra Marathoner 101: Useful Tips for Beginners to Get Started

Liam Cayton — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 17:11:03 +0000

The running community has always thrived on pushing boundaries, taking the human body to incredible lengths of endurance and strength. Among the various forms of running, a niche yet growing segment is that of ultra-marathoners. These are individuals who surpass conventional marathon lengths, testing their mental and physical limits in the process. This article takes [...]

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How to Become a Good Marathoner

Liam Cayton — Tue, 04 Jul 2023 06:04:01 +0000

Stepping up to the starting line of a marathon is an exhilarating moment. It’s a blend of anticipation, excitement, and perhaps, a touch of fear. However, to become a good marathoner isn’t just about lacing up your running shoes and hitting the pavement. It involves meticulous preparation, endurance, mental strength, and above all, a profound [...]

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The Evil Effects of a Marathon to Your Human Body

Liam Cayton — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 19:21:00 +0000

Depending upon your definition of the word evil—Merriam-Webster dictionary paints it as morally reprehensible, harmful, and in archaic vernacular, “causing discomfort or repulsion”—you might struggle with correlating these definitions to the physical consequences experienced due to the effects of a marathon. However, listen to the silent plea of your body during such a race, and [...]

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Running for Weight Loss: 2024 Latest Ultimate Guide

Liam Cayton — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 15:42:54 +0000

Running for weight loss is a popular and effective exercise strategy that can help you achieve your fitness goals. It is a well-known fact that running can aid in shedding those extra pounds, improve cardiovascular health, and even elevate your mood. In this article, we’ll delve into the science behind running for weight loss, offer [...]

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How to Stairs Running with Proper Stair-Climbing Technique

Liam Cayton — Sat, 17 Dec 2022 17:59:00 +0000

Running stairs is an exercise with many benefits. It can be done anywhere, at home, work, the gym. It’s a workout by itself or an excellent addition to fitness training. Strengthen the core, lose weight and develop endurance simultaneously.

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How Changing Your Landing Could Make You a Better Runner

Liam Cayton — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 04:26:00 +0000

The running community is full of heated debates about footwear, diet, hydration, and proper running technique. Chief among these debates is one about how and where your foot strikes the ground. In fact, much of the debate about running shoes, minimalism, maximalism, and heel-to-toe drop stems from the debate about the proper way to land [...]

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How to Jog Properly With Correct Jogging Way and Techniques

Liam Cayton — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 17:00:00 +0000

Jogging and running are aerobic exercises that give the body positive health benefits such as weight loss and decreasing blood pressure levels. Both are beneficial but require different body techniques. Running needs more speed and power and is more intense. On the other hand, jogging has a slower pace and involves more muscle use. These two exercises differ in several aspects.

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Should You Run For Time or Run For Distance?

Liam Cayton — Sun, 31 Jul 2022 16:25:00 +0000

Whether running for marathons or beginner runners, it is important to understand the difference between running for time and running for distance. Both variables help people with their race training. After all, people need to gauge their running performance. Checking time or the number of miles run helps people set physical goals and improve training. Different people have different goals when it comes to running.

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First-Time Runners, Beware of These 4 Myths!

Liam Cayton — Sat, 16 Jul 2022 03:55:50 +0000

Running is one of those sports that is incredibly easy for people to take up. There is no age limit or restrictions, both males and females can enjoy it, there isn’t much you need in terms of “equipment”, and there’s no need to join a fancy and expensive gym just to take part. As long [...]

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Why Do Fit Runners Suddenly Die While Running Marathons?

Liam Cayton — Tue, 08 Mar 2022 16:18:00 +0000

When the “father” of the U.S. running movement, Jim Fixx, suddenly dropped dead at age 52 on 20 July 1984, the sport took a serious hit. Fixx was an example of healthy living; in fact, he attributed his fitness to the sport. But a silent killer lurked in his body. After Fixx died, three of [...]

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How to Prepare for Your First Triathlon Effectively

Liam Cayton — Thu, 13 Jan 2022 06:00:42 +0000

Training for your first triathlon with zero experience might sound challenging and imitating. But guess what? Actually, you can be ready to race your first ever triathlon if you are properly trained. Yes, you heard it right, grab some paper and a pen to take note of these tips, from gear essentials, nutrition basics to [...]

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6 Hardcore Abs Exercises That Every Runner Should Do

Liam Cayton — Tue, 20 Apr 2021 04:08:03 +0000

We all know that every runner wants to improve their running skills by just running. But this doesn’t mean you can skip your strength training and only run. Your core is the foundation for all movement; it helps you to perform your everyday movement. If you were to train to become a runner, it is [...]

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Will You Exercise At Home or Run Outdoor More?

Liam Cayton — Sun, 03 May 2020 09:50:45 +0000

Should you run or stick around? If you’re careful, you can do both so you stay in great shape while surviving this historic, world-wide epidemic. Maximize your time at home Who needs lots of space or fitness equipment. Ready to jump in to a new world of at-home fitness with these effective workouts? 1. Spiderman [...]

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8 Effective Workouts That Will Improve Your Running Performance

Liam Cayton — Tue, 14 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

These 8 simple and effective exercises will help you strengthen and stabilize your legs, which will in turn prevent injuries.

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Eliud Kipchoge: A Titan On and Off the Marathon Circuit

Liam Cayton — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 06:17:47 +0000

When “Time” magazine editors sent Sean Gregory in search of the Kenyan running star who broke the 2-hour time barrier, the journalist found Eliud Kipchoge to be modest and filled with humility, despite his Herculean running resume. His world records and Olympic medals are great accomplishments, but it’s his character that shone during the interview. [...]

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16 Most Asked Running Questions Answered

Liam Cayton — Tue, 05 Nov 2019 09:35:22 +0000

Wonder what your fellow runners want to know about the sport you all love when they’re too shy to pose running questions aloud? Wonder no more; we’ve covered all bases. And if one or more of these running questions happen to be on your own list of questions you’ve been reluctant to ask, everybody wins! [...]

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Nipple Tape: How to Prevent Nipple Chafing For Running Marathon

Liam Cayton — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 03:39:18 +0000

You’re ready for your first marathon, but did you forget a hidden running hazard? We know a thing or two about the downside of running. According to our research, nipple chafing or jogger’s nipple is one of the most painful side effects/sport injuries for runners, which is why we recommend Kinesiology Tape—also known as nipple [...]

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