Immortal Runners - Rob Decastella

As tough as the Australian countryside and as kind and forthcoming as the best of its people, Rob DeCastella represents one of the all-time greats of running, giving the sport a new edge and flavour with his unprecedented racing zeal. In the eighties DeCastella, or 'Deek' as he is affectionately known by friends, became for the marathon what his fellow Australian Ron Clarke was for the 10,000 metres in the sixties - an icon, inspiration and example.

Tips on How To Train For An Ultra Marathon

If a traditional marathon just isn't enough running or not extreme enough for you, then perhaps an ultra marathon would interest you more. With runs of up to 100 miles and very challenging terrain, an ultra marathon is one of the most challenging runs a runner can take on.

Running Cadence, Or How Many Footsteps Per Minute?

Apparently the number of steps per minute (cadence in cycling terms) that an elite athlete will take on average doesn't vary as much as I would expect. For any elite distance runner (over about 3000m) you can predict that they will be running at about 180 steps per minute (90 left foot and 90 right foot) regardless of how fast they are running.

Marathon Training Plan - What is the Most Important Feature?

Marathon training plans come in all shapes and sizes. They are made to suit different time commitments, different runner goals, and different levels of experience. However, no matter who made the plan, or who it is for, there is always one element that stands out to me as the most important.

Training For A Marathon

Running for marathons has become quite a rage and you have professionals and amateurs who start the marathon together. Professional marathon runners need to train effectively and must have well thought out training plan to gradually being up their fitness levels to competitive levels. Training is vital for marathons and if you are serious you will sit down and devise a training plan.

Tips for Winter Running

The following is quick set of tips for runners who want to brave the elements of winter. Includes proper clothing to wear.

Running Injuries

Athletes and professional runners who have high arches are likely to suffer stress fractures and small cracks in the bones of their feet. People with low arches face a risk of suffering kneecap pains. Individuals, who have a running rate of six miles per hour, do not realize that their foot hits the ground with a greater force almost three times the weight of their body. The faster a person runs, the harder the heels strike the ground. This force tends to break bones, damage joints or tear muscles. When people roll their legs inward, the lower leg is twisted excessively. This causes the kneecap to rub against the long femur bone and increases the pain. This condition is known as ?Runner?s Knee.?

Efficient Running Form

Efficiency in running form is measured by how much energy is lost by wasteful movements. Understand the latest research to learn how to improve your own running form and study the condition of your competitors.

Increase Endurance with Carbs and Fats

A high carbohydrate, high-fat diet for three days before competition can help athletes store more fat in their muscles and use much more muscle fat for energy during exercise. Learn how to apply this recent research to your training program.

How to Run Faster

If you truly want your athletes to have dominant speed and reach their full speed potential then you must incorporate a total training program. Let's take a brief look at some of the major components that should be in every athlete's speed training workouts.

If You Run, You Need Proper Running Shoes - Period!

It's only more recently that we've come to realise the damaging impact that running in inadequate or poor quality shoes can have on our feet and joints in the long term. Therefore, whether you are a keen amateur or seasoned professional, the type of running shoes you choose is crucial to foot care and the protection of your limbs and ligaments.

2007 Tips for Winning Long Distance Running Races

There are many types of runners out there. Some run to stay in shape, some run to feel the endorphins and others run to be on a team or to compete and hopefully win. Each of these reasons can be a noble calling indeed. Many runners run for all these reasons. In this book we will discuss some strategies for the competitive runner, who wants to win.

Black Mountains Fell Race

About the Black Mountains Race in September 2000. It was my first Fell race, of 17 miles and around 5000 feet of ascent. Perhaps, having done a marathon that Spring and my first ultramarathon in August I felt it was manageable, but in the event it proved tougher than expected. Still, it was a memorable race.

How To Improve Your Running In Three Easy Steps

How to improve your running in three easy steps lays out a program a runner of any level can use to improve his/her running through weight training.