Your feet can help you improve your heart health, according to new findings. According to research published in the journal Experimental Physiology, just 30 minutes of regular running on a treadmill can help reshape damaged heart tissue. Researchers say the findings suggest that exercise could be just as important as a healthy diet and controlling […]
Could Running Sounds Predict Injury Likelihood?
We’ve taken a look at a number of different studies that pitted forefoot strike running patterns vs. rearfoot strike patterns, and barefoot vs. shod runners in an effort to get a better understanding of the safest running techniques, but what if the sound you make when you run could help predict your injury likelihood? Researchers […]
Less Is More When It Comes To Newest Running Study
The latest findings from a study published in the Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise journal found that running with less cushioning on your feet may actually help reduce injury rates. For their study, researchers tracked the running habits of 29 frequent runners. Some of the runners wore a minimalist-style shoe, while others wore […]
Ankles and Calves Key To Maintaining Running Times As We Age
We all tend to slow down as we age, but many people aren’t okay with that fact. One group of people that don’t like to slow down are runners and fitness fanatics. You can continue to exercise five days a week, but as we age, you’ll likely notice that your mile times will slightly taper […]
How Your Feet Can Help You Study For An Exam
If you’re finding it difficult to learn all the course material before a test or exam, consider going for a quick run. New research suggests running can improve our memory. The findings come on the heels of a study out of the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria. For their study, researchers wanted to learn […]