Could a child outrun me? As a prospective parent, this could be a daunting thought, and you need answers, now. Maybe you have just been for a run and you beat your most recent personal best! Now you are having…
The world record for the Men’s Mile has managed to stand the test of time for over two decades now, but who holds the title and how did we get to the current record? The singular mile is often considered…
No matter what your skill level is, running 5k within 20 minutes can be done with some practice and PERSEVERANCE. 5k is equivalent to 3.107 miles, which isn’t that far to run within the 20-minute timeframe. Many people are put…
If you live in San Francisco, there is a good chance that you have participated in Bay to Breakers. If you haven’t, then you know someone who has. As a way to lift the spirits of the city after the…
Mud runs like Tough Mudder have grown in popularity over the years, with many who have grown bored with their regular exercise routine, flocking to enter these fun, but intense races. Mud runs are CHALLENGING racecourses, where participants need to…
There’s something incredibly admirable about watching marathon runners reach the finish line, while their loved ones cheer them on from the sidelines. These athletes take the standard marathon distance of 26.2 miles, looking graceful as ever, despite the mental and…
Time for a history lesson today, as we explore the reason why the marathon is exactly 26 miles, and 385 yards. One of the biggest MILESTONES in a runner’s career is being able to run a marathon. For comparison: An…
If you’ve ever watched a marathon, you might have noticed marathon runners wrapped in foil blankets after a race. This article contains affiliate links. If you buy through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to…
If you have mastered the basics of running and are looking for a challenge that really pushes you, then you are in the right place: here are eight of the toughest races around the world – if you dare to…
The Spartan Race is a number of obstacles within a race of a varied distance. It could be from a short 3 miles to an entire marathon length. One of the obstacles is called bucket carry (bucket brigade), in which…