Running is a physical activity that has an immense health-boosting effect on its participants. It can also be strenuous on your muscles and joints, so following a few safety tips is essential to ensure you are not hurting yourself. It is important to start understanding how to run before you try hitting the roads, so here are some tips to get you off on the right foot. Continue Reading →
Archive | Guest Perspective
Training Pays – These Fitness Apps Promise Real Money For Running
Fitness apps are becoming increasingly popular as people strive to stay active and healthy. But what if you could get paid for sweating it out? That’s right – fitness apps are now offering real money for running, walking, and other fitness activities.
Here’s a look at some of the best fitness apps that pay you for staying active. Continue Reading →
Is it Safe to Run After a Head Injury? 5 Things You Should Know
Published on September 20, 2023
Suffering a head injury can be quite a setback. If you’re someone who loves to run, the puzzling question is whether or not it is safe to hit the pavement again.
But that’s a query that carries a multitude of considerations. In this article, we will explore several things you need to know when deciding whether it is safe to start running again after a head injury. Continue Reading →
Training from the Inside Out: How New Cellular Supplements Enhance Marathon Runners’ Performance
Published on April 24, 2024
In recent years, a groundbreaking trend has emerged in the world of endurance sports: cellular supplements.
Research indicates that these innovative compounds optimize cellular function, potentially unlocking untapped reserves of energy and endurance from the inside out. If this is what you’re striving for, take a closer look at the science behind cellular supplements and their potential to revolutionize your performance. Continue Reading →
The Role of Physicians on Runner Recovery and Rehab
Published on February 13th 2024
As an avid runner, you know the pain of a missed stride or a twisted ankle. But when you begin to suffer from acute pain, recurring discomfort, inflammation, and a feeling that your leg will “give up” when running, you need to strengthen your support team – starting with seeking the help of a physician. Continue Reading →
5 Types of Insurance An Athlete In Extreme Sports Must Consider
Published on August 15th 2022
There’s a high need for extreme sports athletes to have their insurance. As a fan, you witness them compete and do amazing tricks during their games, but it puts them at many risks for the athletes.
Having insurance could benefit not only the athletes but their equipment. For instance, your bike was severely damaged during a motorbike race and needed fixing. You wouldn’t worry much about how to get it fixed because you could get an insurance plan that could cover this kind of repair. Continue Reading →
The Impact of Social Media on the Sports Industry
Once social media had hit the scene and started circulating the world, the sports industry has never been the same. Is it good or bad? That depends, but the fact is that social media channels now have an enormous effect on what’s happening in any kind of sport, be it running, football, or tennis. Some of those changes are positive, while others negatively influence sports culture. Let’s look at social media and its impact on the sports industry in a broader scope. Continue Reading →
5 Tips To Help Improve Your Athletic Performance
Are you looking to improve your athleticism? Whether you’re a professional athlete or just trying to get into better shape, here are five tips that should help you improve your performance. Continue Reading →
Exercises to Increase Your Stamina
Whether you’ve recently taken up running to get into shape or are a seasoned marathon runner, building up your stamina should be one of your fitness goals. Increasing your stamina will help you run further and improve your day-to-day life as you’ll have more energy to get through everything you need to do, even with a packed schedule. Continue Reading →
1000 Miles: Reflections on a Challenging Year
I just reached the 1000-mile mark last weekend. This alone is a miracle for me, even though I have reached the milestone several times before.
2021 came for me with many challenges that go beyond the Covid pandemic completing its second year. I faced serious health challenges that, held by the hand of the Lord and with the support of my wife, family, and friends, I have been able to overcome. It has been quite a journey.
On June 23 I underwent open-heart surgery after two years of trying to manage the issue. My arteries had a wiring problem since birth that suddenly, at age 53 and having been active all my life, started becoming an issue. I also got a coronary artery by-pass. Continue Reading →
Vegetarian vs Paleo: Which Diet Is Better?
When it comes to dieting, there is no shortage of diets to choose from. If you’re new to it, picking one out of a dozen can seem like an overwhelming task. What helps is getting to the bottom of each, how it works, and what it does. Continue Reading →
How to Maintain a Healthy Immune System While Training for a Marathon
It is no secret that training for a marathon is no walk in the park. It takes a significant amount of time, discipline, and effort to be successful at marathon training. The amount of preparation it takes to train for a marathon can certainly take a toll on your body which is why many are concerned about maintaining their immune system while going through their training program. So, how does one stay healthy throughout such a grueling process? This article will provide some tips and tricks that help even the most seasoned runners reach the finish line of their training program. Continue Reading →