Running, Jogging

5K running and marathon running are two very different types of running. Learn about going from a 5K to a Marathon and the steps that should be taken.

If you’ve ever run a marathon, or even been a spectator, you’ll appreciate the motivation and commitment involved. If you’re not prepared when it comes to race day you can expect many hours of suffering and struggle!

Running is one way many people are finding the way to lose weight and keep in shape. The beginner to running should always follow some simple tips to help ensure that you run safely and get the most out of it.

With literally hundreds and hundreds of half marathon races across the country and around the world to choose from, how do you pick the one to run that’s right for you, particularly if you are a beginner? Here’s a few points to consider when choosing your race.

However you want to refer to this supply of short term energy, it can run out. That’s the point, getting it to run out.

Suddenly a runner develops pain in the right upper part of the belly, just underneath the ribs in the front. With each step the pain worsens.

As runners it’s easy to look back after we’re hurt but sometimes we forget the basics of injury prevention. Here are some suggestions to jog your memory and keep you running.

In the previous installment we went over what muscles are involved in the jogging or running action. As stated, basically every muscle group is used during the action of running. In this article we will look into what the cardiovascular and energy demands are during a marathon.

Are you a runner? Do you or are you preparing for a marathon? Do you jog for exercise? Then this article series is written for you!

Slowly but surely I’m approaching the age of sixty as I write these lines. When I look back, starting to run at the age of 49 stands out as one of the best things I ever did in my life.