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All great runners have a couple of things in common. And it is these things that are actually the secret ingredients to becoming a great runner. All great runners all have a routine that they stick to as consistently as possible. However, despite the rigidity, their routine is also...

Many athletes complain about not being able to sleep after a really hard session. You are exhausted, but yet you keep tossing and turning. You want to fall asleep so badly, but you are left staring at the ceiling. Sleep is critical after a hard workout for recovery purposes,...

Many runners target to break the elusive 4 hours barrier. To run a sub 4-hour marathon, you need to be running at a 5:39 pace or less. Many of us are on our way to a brand new sub-4 personal best but fall short at the end. We hit...

Injury is the bane of all runners. It could set us back for weeks, even months, depending on how serious our injury is. However, most of the time we can avoid an unwanted injury. Here are 3 very simple tips that can help you dodge an injury. #1 Run On...

Superfoods are simply nutrition powerhouses - food jam-packed with vitamins, minerals, and anti-oxidants. They have incredible health benefits of which are good for your heart and overall health. Eat right, and you will run better. Combined with the right kind of food your body uses to fuel your run...

The health benefits of Quinoa cannot be overstated. People hail it as a superfood in recognition of its high nutritional content - it has twice the protein content of barley and rice and a great source of calcium, magnesium, and manganese. It is a wheat-free alternative to starchy grains....

Did you know the fastest race course is the one with the most spectators? There's just something about having someone cheer you on that gives you that little boost of adrenaline and energy. It gives you the additional push and motivation to run a little faster or to keep going...

Recovery is a very important aspect, yet often neglected component of training. This is particularly so after a long distance race like the marathon. The recovery is just as important as the training. The consequences of not having proper recovery can be very severe. You may experience a bout...