Archives

When running, the average person will have a stride length of about 7 feet (2.1336 meters). This means that in a typical 5k race, a person will take 2,344 strides, equaling 4,688 steps. Using these same numbers, running a marathon could bring your step count to a whopping 19,763 steps! With all of these steps being taken while running, it is extremely important to make sure you have the right shoes for your feet. But how do you even begin to make sure you purchase the proper footwear? Here are six tips to help make sure you find the perfect …

When it comes to running, most people know that it’ll help lose weight and gain muscle. While these are two great benefits, there are also benefits that aren’t as well known. Here is a list of 10 benefits from running you may not know! Decreased stress High levels of stress seem inevitable for just about everybody. From the corporate businesswoman to the stay-at-home dads, it is a part of our lives. Running can help to alleviate that stress by getting your blood pumping and helps to release endorphins which make us feel better! Improves memory The muscles in your legs aren’t the …

For the month of March we will be focusing our blog posts on running! With March comes a time of increased temperatures and longer days, making it the perfect time to get back in shape and sign up for some races! Running has been a very popular form of exercise for decades and is one of the easiest and least expensive activities to participate in. That being said, it can also cause a variety of injuries and problems if not done correctly. Not only is proper apparel important, but proper technique and running regimens are key to having a successful, …