One of the oldest and most competitive of sports in the world is running the marathon. This is not just a competition with other runners but also a competition on one’s self. If you are to ask the most seasoned of these marathon runners, the primary person to beat is yourself and everyone else comes in second. It takes much mental as physical conditioning when you run a marathon since without the proper Read the rest of this entry »
Mail this post
Tags: Half Marathons, Marathons, Running
Study Finds that Walking Is Not Enough Exercise
A study of 100 men and women who were divided into groups that walked and that used a more traditional cardio routine revealed that walking produced less than half the positive results of the cardio group.
By Mark Hoerrner
It’s not the “shot heard ’round the world” in fitness, but it should create cause for alarm in the health and wellness Read the rest of this entry »
Mail this post
Tags: Half Marathons, Marathons, Running
So you want to run a half-marathon. Maybe you’ve already signed up. Maybe you’ve never gone further than eight or ten miles at this point and you’re a little worried. Or maybe you’re not worried, and you just want to know more about the experience. If this is you, then read on because two years ago, I never would have dreamed I could run a half-marathon.
Up until that point it had been a fantasy. Read the rest of this entry »
Mail this post
Tags: Half Marathons, Marathons, Running
Beginners First 5k Race
A new beginner runner is a special time and may need a few tips for their first 5k. This usually stars the racing bug to many runners. All in good fun!
A one happy moment is when a runner enters their first 5k race. This is quiet an accomplishment because a green runner has went from being a non runner to becoming fit enough to tackle this feat. You have graduated from being Read the rest of this entry »
Mail this post
Tags: Half Marathons, Marathons, Running
So you have decided to run your first marathon, you have a training plan set up, you have routes to run, but what do you put on your feet? Do you just grab some sneakers and go? Only if your training program is limited to your driveway. Running shoes are the most important piece of equipment you will purchase for your running career. First look in your phone book or on the Internet and find the Read the rest of this entry »
Mail this post
Tags: Half Marathons, Marathons, Running
Walking for Physical Fitness
Walking is a low-impact exercise offering a number of health benefits. You can easily start walking for physical fitness and overall good health.
Walking is one of the easiest and most popular types of exercises. It is a safe, gentle and low-impact exercise that anyone can start at any time. It is a suitable physical activity for most people. It offers numerous Read the rest of this entry »
Mail this post
Tags: Half Marathons, Marathons, Running
For a beginner to train for a half-marathon, the most essential element is to establish a running base. If you can run comfortably for 4-5 miles, you can start training for a half-marathon. If you have never run before, start with training for a 5K(3.1 miles). If you can already run a 5K, then gradually progress to 10K. So, prior to thinking half-marathon, think running base. You walk first, and then Read the rest of this entry »
Mail this post
Can Walking Really Help Me Lose Weight?
Walking is a great way to stay in shape, but can it actually help you lose weight? We take a look at what it takes to lose weight by walking.
The most successful weight loss programs combine eating right with some form of exercise. One of the easiest types of exercise to get started with is walking. It is easy to do, can be done almost anywhere and is a very Read the rest of this entry »
Mail this post
I have run 15 marathons and finding the perfect pace has always been a problem. I believe that I have a formula for marathon pacing that works. I will explain how to calculate your pace using a heart rate monitor.
The major problem running marathons for me has always been starting out either too fast or too slow. When I start out too fast, by mile 18 I am in serious trouble. With eight miles to go and Read the rest of this entry »
Mail this post
Four Easy Walking Directions Tips: Walk to Lose Weight
Almost all of us hate exercise! Don’t we? Here are four tips to make getting exercise each day quite painless! People walking to lose weight should read this article.
If you are as old as myself I am sure you remember the old song, “Little Things Mean A Lot”! That song was certainly not talking about exercise or the walking man or woman. However Read the rest of this entry »
Mail this post