Professional joy-killer Daniel Engber of Slate recently opined that there is possibly no “greater waste of time and energy than the running of the marathon.” He bemoans the misspent hours, the injury risk ... Continue Reading
Why You Should Drop the Marathons for 5K Races
As runners work their way up the race-ladder in hopes of one day running a half marathon, a full marathon, or maybe even an ultra-marathon, the 5k and 10k races often get tossed into the ... Continue Reading
How to Perfect Your Pre-Race Ritual Before Race Day
The pre-race time is particular for a lot of people. Some eat crazy meals, use specific equipment, or repeat rituals that started when they were kids. Just like a sports fan might wear lucky socks or a ... Continue Reading
Athlete Journal: Julie Warren, Entry 4 – Training For the Great Wall
EDITOR'S NOTE: Along with Andrew Read and Narisa Wild, Julie Warren will be sharing her training experiences for upcoming endurance challenges. Follow Julie as she prepares for her next adventure - ... Continue Reading
Does Endurance Running Destroy Your Brain Matter?
Ever wonder what happens to your brain when you exercise? No? Well that might perhaps be because you exercise too much and it’s killing your brain. Ever wonder what happens to your brain when ... Continue Reading
Racing (to Pay) Forward – An Interview with Kellie Smirnoff, Endurance Athlete
A few years ago, I fell in love with a poster. It was for a documentary called ATHLETE, which was about everyday people who trained like elite athletes. The poster was of two women, twins, standing next to ... Continue Reading
