It is important to be eating the right food for refueling after you have finished your running. A run is a great way to burn calories and get fit and healthy. But AFTER a run, your body is tired and hungry. This article provides a post-run meal plan to help you refuel. We all know…
We all know that the main reward for completing something like a Tough Mudder is the sense of accomplishment and self-esteem that it generates. However, it is human nature to also want something that we can show other people to help prolong the feelings of accomplishment and self-esteem. Thankfully, Tough Mudder offers just such a…
The Spartan Super isn’t your average race. After all, it doesn’t just require stamina and endurance, but strength and raw willpower. Due to that, the popular obstacle race is as difficult as it is fun – so you wouldn’t be alone in wondering how long the Spartan Super race takes to complete. The thing is,…
When we think of tough, hardcore races, typically either the spartan race will pop into our heads, or the tough mudder race which can be equally gruelling. Recently, Spartan acquired the UK business, paying a large sum of money for its complete ownership. To find out more about both Spartan and Tough Mudder, as well…
The Tough Mudder and Spartan Race are some of the MOST difficult, and fun, obstacle courses out there today. So, choosing between them can be difficult. Luckily, in this article, we will detail the similarities and differences between them both so you can decide which is best for you! What Is The Spartan Race? Before…
The most DIFFICULT of the Spartan events is the Spartan Ultra, designed for the BEST of the best to complete 60 obstacles positioned throughout 31 miles of incredibly rugged terrain. Popular around the world among athletes and amateurs alike, the Spartan Race has 6 race events, featuring a variety of different distances, terrain types, and…
Running a 100K is no simple undertaking, and even the most experienced runners require some form of training in the run-up to the big day. This can come in many forms, be it a new exercise routine, improving stamina, eating a healthier diet, and altering your sleep schedule to get more rest, and all of…
The 10K runs can be quite a difficult one for many people because it involves a lot of preparation and training to be able to achieve a good time. It does not just take a few days to train for a race like this because it is all about pace and speed; can you balance…
Most runners think that you only walk when you can’t run anymore. However, walking breaks can also HELP you become a better runner, whether new or experienced. In this article, we will look at whether it is bad to take walk breaks and how you can eliminate them from your runs. Taking walk breaks during…
Running a mile in 10 minutes is DEFINITELY a good time for a beginner when you compare it to the average times!
Typically, your average mile time might be closer to 12-15 minutes if you are a beginner runner.