Marathons are traditionally 26.2 miles. To some, the marathon represents the ultimate running challenge. But to others, namely people who have run several marathons, they simply arent challenging anymore. For these people, running ultra marathons is the answer.
Some Advice On How To Stay Motivated To Run
Staying Motivated to Run
Quick Tips On How To Train For A Marathon
Running a marathon may seem daunting, but with the right training, 26.2 miles is perfectly doable. Even people who have never run a distance longer than 3 or 4 miles can successfully train for and run their first marathon. Even seasoned marathon runners benefit from structured training programs, especially if they have a goal to finish it in a certain amount of time.
How To Determine The Gear You Need To Be A Runner
Running is one of the easiest and least expensive sports to enjoy. However, there is still essential running gear such as the right shoes that are needed. If you try to run without the proper gear, then the experience will not be as enjoyable as it could. Sometimes, it is hard enough getting the motivation, even if you love running. If you do not have the right gear, you could actually get hurt or injured.
Dream About A Marathon
A marathon is the ultimate dream for many runners. People who have been running for years and some that have never run a day in their life love the idea of finishing a marathon. There seems to be something magical about the concept of a marathon, almost as if it seems super-human to compete in one or even to complete one.
Have you been pondering the idea of running a marathon for fun or for competition? If so, you must know that it takes months of hard and consistent prepa…
The Ironman Triathlon-And A Glass Of Water
If I could take one thing back from all the ironman training I did over the years, it would be the thousands of laps I did in the pool with the hopes of thrashing out a faster swim time.
If you are an age grouper or a novice Ironman, there is really no point in spending hours and hours in the pool if you are already at the point where you can easily handle the distance. To devote your valuable training time to enable you to complete the swim 4 or 5 minutes faster is a very…
Tips For Marathon Preparation
I love talking with people who are considering running a marathon. I think it is one of the best things that someone can do with their life and health. It is quite funny, however, to sit down with someone that is considering running a marathon to see what their plan of preparation is for their big run. Quite often people have no real plan for preparation.
People will find it very difficult to be ready to run a marathon with success if they haven’t taken weeks or even month…
How To Train For A Marathon
Training for a marathon is a process that takes a lot of time. To get yourself into peak condition for a long distance run, you will need to gradually ease your body into the kind of intense endurance challenge that a marathon provides. It is a good idea to set up a running plan at least a few months ahead of your chosen marathon event so that you can safely progress to the kinds of lengths and speeds you need to reach while staying safe and protecting your muscles from damag…