Resources

Do you like to work out in the morning, when it’s dark, often cold, and you could instead be snuggled under your covers and warm in your bed? If the answer to that question is a solid no, you’re not alone. It can be hard to work out in the morning, especially if you had a late or particularly draining day the previous day. But you might want to reconsider that decision and recommit to a morning workout. Doing so can provide a number of health benefits that you can’t get any other way. For example, when it comes to nighttime, you’ll end up sleeping a lot better. You’ll probably be much more productive at work, too, and possibly eat better — skipping the candy bar in favor of a handful of carrots and peanut butter, for example. How can you change your routine? This graphic offers some benefits and ideas to get moving in the morning.
Read More...

Maybe your budget is extra tight or you live in a rural area with few race options. Or perhaps, like the rest of the world, you're self-isolating due to a pandemic. Whatever the situation, there are plenty of ways to measure your fitness level right now—no starting line required. If you've been running for a while and are anxious to see if you've made any improvements, a race is an easy way to do that. But when that's not an option, you need to get creative. The right solution will vary depending on your unique situation, so check out our suggestions and choose the option that speaks to you!
Read More...

Pain during endurance training & racing is a given but there’s often a different kind of pain and discomfort that shows up to tell you to slow down or even STOP. It appears in the form of inflammation. Inflammation is the #1 source of pain — and it uses pain, stiffness and immobility to send the message that it wants you to do things differently.
Read More...

Those hitting the gym on account of their New Year’s resolutions are likely reaping the benefits, including improved overall health and mood. However, gymgoers may also find that their skin is breaking out more than usual, putting a damper on that post-workout glow. According to dermatologists from the American Academy of Dermatology, working out can cause excessive sweating, as well as a buildup of oil, dirt and bacteria on your skin — all of which can lead to acne.
Read More...

The physiologist and coach Jack Daniels once filmed a bunch of runners in stride, then showed the footage to coaches and biomechanists to see if they could eyeball who was the most efficient. “They couldn’t tell,” Daniels later recalled. “No way at all.” Famously awkward-looking runners like Paula Radcliffe and Alberto Salazar sometimes turn out to be extraordinarily efficient. Smooth-striding beauties sometimes finish at the back of the pack.
Read More...