Much like De Beers has created a great marking campaign for diamonds, so too has the running industry for cushioned shoes. It stands to reason that if you’re going to be putting repetitive stress on your feet when you run, you should have a cushioned shoe to protect your feet and knees, but a new […]
How Your Ankles Hold The Key To Long Runs
When it comes to your run, when would you say the worst part of the run occurs? For most people, it’s the homestretch. If you’re going on a five-mile run, odds are the last mile and a half is what’s going to give you the most trouble, and this makes sense because your body is […]
How Much Can You Run In Minimalist Running Shoes?
New research published in the European Journal of Sport Science found that minimalist running shoes can provide your feet and legs with certain benefits, but only to a point. Today, we explain how to get the most out of your minimalist running shoes while also preventing against foot injuries. Running With Minimalist Shoes For the […]
Horizontal Running Force Impacts Injury Likelihood
When it comes to running injuries, a lot of the focus falls on your stride pattern and how often you are running, and rightfully so. However, a new study published in the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports found that horizontal force plays a significant role in predicting a person’s running injury likelihood. Horizontal […]
Upbeat Playlists Can Make You Exercise Longer
The title of this blog may seem somewhat common-sensical, but new research has shown that what you listen to when you’re working out can influence how long you can exercise. For best results, researchers recommend listening to upbeat music. Music and Exercise For their study, researchers recruited 127 individuals and asked them to run on […]