The Fastest Nation

Find out why the Americans have clear superiority over others in individual sprint disciplines.

Stride Length or Cadence: Which Makes You Faster?

There are two ways to run faster. You can move your legs at a faster rate, called cadence, or you can take longer steps. A video at the New York City Marathon showed that the top 150 runners had the same cadence, taking 92 to 94 steps a minute. The difference between the top runners and the others was that the best runners took longer strides. Here's how to apply this to your running program.

Running Hydration Gear! A Good Water Hydration System Keeps The Motor Running

For individuals preparing for their next marathon or leisure running event, you know how important it is to keep your body fully hydrated to maintain your ultimate peak performance. But no matter what level of runner you are, having properly designed running hydration gear can be the vital reinforcement in helping you get across that finish line safely!

Blisters Can Be Prevented

Blisters don't happen without warning; you'll feel pain before they appear. If you feel pain in the skin of your feet while you're exercising, take off your shoes and look for a cause. Usually, your sock will be wrinkled or your shoe will be rubbing because it doesn't fit properly. If it's your socks, straighten the wrinkle. If it's your shoes, take them off.

How To Develop A Strength Training Program To Run Faster!

Strength training tips to help any runner improve their running times!

Run Faster with Interval Training

To become stronger and faster, athletes use a technique called interval training, in which they exercise very intensely, rest and then alternate intense bursts of exercise and rest until their muscles start to feel heavy. Intervals are a fixed number of repeats of a fixed distance at a fixed pace with a fixed recovery time.

The Safe Way to Return to Running Following Injury

Injury in any sport is frustrating but a running injury probably tops the lot. Even a week away from your routine is going to effect your performance and this leads to further irritation. Training whilst injured is tempting but we all know it's a no go. So what can you do?

Running for Beginners: Top 20 Sure Signs that You're a Runner

Runners are quirky folks! See if you're a REAL runner with this checklist...

Run a Faster Half Marathon by Starting Slower

How to improve your personal best time for the half marathon by simply changing your strategy at the starting gun...

Running for Beginners: The Benefits of Water Aerobic Exercise

Runners love to run! And often they won't do any other type of exercise! But cross training, especially water running in a pool, is a great way to preserve your legs and avoid injury!

Running in The Zone: A Personal Account

Running in The Zone has to be one of the most satisfying experiences. When it all fits together it can seem effortless and intensely rewarding. But why are some runs better than others? Is there anything we can do to help ourselves get into The Zone? Here is a personal account of one of my most memorable runs.

An Overview of A Wetsuit

A wetsuit is worn to preserve body heat while participating in scuba diving, surfing, water-skiing, or other water sports. Most modern wetsuits are made from a close-fitting, foam rubber-like material called neoprene.

Preparing for Your Scuba Diving Vacation

By keeping the above mentioned scuba diving vacation preparation tips in mind, you should be able to plan, prepare for, and have the perfect scuba diving vacation. By taking your time, when planning and preparing for your next scuba diving adventure, you will likely have a time that you will never forget.

What Makes Sipadan Island one of the Top Dive Sites in the World?

What makes this tiny island of just 30 acres such an outstanding beauty? What lies beneath the waters of Sipadan Island that has so mesmerized divers from all over the world?