How to Know When You Need New Running Shoes

Arguably the most important piece of gear for every runner is a quality pair of shoes. In fact, many serious runners own at least a few pair that they wear in rotation. Most shoes are good for around 400 miles of road time, depending on factors such as the texture of the running surface, the runner’s weight, and how his or her feet impact the ground. A heavier runner with an imperfect stride will likely have to replace shoes more often than a lighter runner or someone with a more balanced footfall. Obviously, the quality of the shoes plays a significant role in longevity as well.

On the Road to Inspiration: Running as Meditation

I hope that I’m not alone in my belief that running can serve as a spectacular form of meditation. When I floated this blog idea past my friend, RM, she jokingly(?) replied that running is simply pain — worse yet, pain we willfully inflict upon ourselves. The opposite of a Zen-like state. But I disagree with her sardonic answer, whether or not she really meant it.

The Ritual of Running

Social Distancing and the Avid Runner: 5 Common Sense COVID-19 Tips

Across the nation, state and local governments are issuing “Shelter in Place” or “Safer at Home” decrees in an effort to flatten the curve of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) infections. At the time of this writing, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has not issued such a mandate, but many Texas cities have expressed their own orders. Likewise, hundreds of thousands of mindful Texans have entered “self-quarantine” to help quash the spread of COVID-19.

Virtually Happening

With the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a sudden proliferation of virtual races.  With the stay at home orders and social distancing measures in place, it has become impossible to have a physical race so enter the virtual event.  What the heck is a virtual event many of you have asked?  A virtual event is simply an event where you participate but at a different location and possible time from the actual event.  For a race, that means you run on your own at a location of your choosing but at the same distance as the advertised race.  When you are done, you provide

Coronavirus Concerns

The Coronavirus pandemic has many concerned and rightly so.  While none of us has a crystal ball to really know what the downrange medical fallout will be, we do know that the financial effects will be felt far and wide.  As event coordinators, we are very concerned about the repercussions to the non-profits that we work with.  These non-profits host these events because they help to raise much needed funding to satisfy their organizational needs.  While participants attend these events to have fun, win an award, have social interaction, meet a goal, or possibly to just

Running to Beat Multiple Sclerosis

March is National Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month. Fundraising runs/walks are popular ways through which runners can help find the cure for this enigmatic affliction.

What Is Multiple Sclerosis?

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a condition in which the body’s immune system turns against the central nervous system. Inflammation caused by these episodes damages nerve cells and the surround soft tissue, blocking or altering messages sent from the brain to various parts of the body.

Get Your Heart Racing With Running-Themed Date Ideas

We now find ourselves in the mad grips of February. Love is in the air, the stores swell with flowers and candy, and everyone's pulse tends to tick up a notch or two. While runners are familiar with the take-your-breath-away exhilaration of a good exercise high, why not share some excitement with an agreeable cohort?

The following running-related Valentine's (or any time) date ideas are great for spending quality time with someone who makes your heart race.

Runs in the Family

Welcome to 2020! As I spent this past holiday season surrounded by relatives of every stripe, it got me thinking about how families can enjoy fitness together. Let’s kick the new year off right by examining just a few ways families can stay active, healthy and have fun while doing so.

1. Explore the Neighborhood

7 Safety Tips for Women Runners

The world can be a dangerous place, especially for women. A recent poll conducted by Runner’s World Magazine showed that a whopping 84 percent of the women interviewed experienced harassment while out on their daily run. Incidents ranged from cat calls and horn honking to physical groping, foul language, threats, and even pursuit. These numbers, while sickening, are not surprising.

What Can Be Done?

Why We Run

As runners, a common reason why we run is simple: running is excellent for your health. But just as each of us — the weekend warriors, the professional athletes, and everyone in between — are unique individuals, we all have unique motivations.