Running Basics and Background Information
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What is Running?
Learn what Running is all about in this section.
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Running History
Trace the oigins of running by reading its history here in this section.
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Why go Running?
Know what drive runners to pursue this sport by reading this section.
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Getting Started with Running
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Running Technique
This section focuses on the technique which is one of the basics of running.
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Assessing your Fitness Level
This section will discuss an evaluation for your Fitness Level before going through your Fitness Program.
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Weight Inspection in Fitness Assessment
Take a look on how your weight can affect your Fitness Program in this section.
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How Much Exercise do you Need? Get Your Heart Rate
This section discusses a guide on how to Get and Calculate your Heart Rate and its importance in your Fitness Excercises.
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Fitness Body Composition - What is your Body Mass Index?
Find out what Body Mass Index (BMI) is, how to calculate it, and its importance in assessing your fitness level in this section.
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Preparation and Training
This section covers the different exercises and activities that you can do to prepare and train for Running.
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Fitness Routine - Warm-up and Cool-down
Find out the difference between Warm-up exercises and Cool-Down exercise. Get to know their importance of these fitness routines.
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Fitness Exercises - Stretching
Find out what stretching is and the major benefit it provides.
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Resistance Exercises in Fitness
This section is an overview of what Resistance Excersises or Weight Training is.
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Injury Prevention Exercises
This section illustrates the ways on how to prevent the injuries you can get when running.
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Yoga for Runners
In this section, learn how Yoga practice helps in improving your Running performance.
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Target Pace Training
Target Pace Training is a big help for runners as it improves their overall performance. Know what this training program is all about in this section.
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Stretches for Runners
Learn the different stretching exericises which are suitable for runners.
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Hill Training
Hill Training is perfect for athletes who depend on high Running speeds and it has strengthening effects especially to the runners.
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How To Train For Your First Ultramarathon
The sport of marathon running has become increasingly popular. In the United States alone, there are over 350 marathons with over 400,000 participants each year. For these people, running 26.2 miles represents a once-in-a-lifetime achievement that they will cherished for years to come.
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Training Programs
Take a look at the different types of Training Programs tailored for different types of running here.
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Running Surfaces
Be familiar with the different Running Surfaces, including their advantages and disadvantages and drawbacks here in this section.
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Keeping a Training Log
This section provides a guide on how to keep a Training Log for running.
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Training Schedule
Devise a schedule when training by referring to our guide here.
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Running for Weight Loss
Take a look at how running can aid you to lose weight by reading this section.
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Running Motivation
Develop routines that help most athletes focus their minds and black out distractions by reading this section.
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Running - Interval Training
In this section, know what Interval Training is and learn how it can help improve your Running performance.
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Running - Strength & Cross Training
Strength Training and Cross Training are great ways to condition different muscle groups. Keep in mind, though, that the type of training that you will adopt should be suitable for your own body type and needs.
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Speed Training
Speed Training drills are an excellent method to improve form, technique, and power output. These help the athletes to correct some of the many technical errors that occur when they are running at high intensities.
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Food for Runners
Consider your diet while training by taking a look at this section.
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Nutritional Principles
Learn all about the Macronutrients which are the major nutrients that the body needs in large quantities.
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Runner's Diet
In general, a Runner’s Diet is composed of a moderate amount of healthy food which we have divided into five food groups in this section.
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Sports Foods and Drinks
While it is important to have a healthy diet, you would need a more specialized source of energy when you are racing, especially during longer ones such as the Half Marathons and Marathons.
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Five Ways You Can Establish A Great Running Routine
Running is no doubt a fantastic way to get exercise. You don’t need anything, really, to get out there and go for a run. The problem, as is with so many other things in life, is sticking with it.
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Racing
Learn more about Racing which is first and foremost a game against yourself.
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Racing - Before the Race
Make the necessary preparations before you go on a race here in this section.
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Racing - During the Race
This article will show you what to do during a race.
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Racing - After the Race
Know what to do after you have reached the line and after the race is done.
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Famous Runners
Know who are the most Famous Runners in the history by reading this section.
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International Marathons
There are a lot of marathons around the world and each of them has a unique experience to offer to its participants.
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Running Therapy
When done with a therapist or a friend, Running has a way of elevating moods and reducing depression.
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Sports Massage
To help you stay in good Running condition and prepare your body for the challenges of serious Running, try a Sports Massage.
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Running with Music
In this section, learn the advantages and drawbacks of listening to music while running.
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Runner's High
Hovering between the delicate threshold between myth and fact is that much chased-after phenomenon: the Runner’s High. Know more about it in this section.
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Water Running
Water Running is one form of training that can be done by runners who are recovering from an injury.
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Principles of Effective Strength Training For Runners
Weight lifting is on the opposite end of the exercise spectrum than running. When a runner walks into the gym, it's pretty easy to feel intimidated. Read on to know more about the principles of effective strength training.
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Running Disciplines and Classifications
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Levels
Running is not only an activity that you can indulge in but it can also be a sport that you can be passionate about.
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Levels - Beginner
If you are running beginner, this section will enable the different aspects of running.
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Levels - Kids, Women and Senior Citizens
More and more people are getting engrossed with running, including kids, women and senior citizens.
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Levels - Intermediate and Advanced Runners
After you go through the basics of running, it would be your choice whether to go on with what you usually do or take it a notch higher and take on more challenging tasks.
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Running Events
Every year, there are probably hundreds or thousands of running events organized in all parts of the world.
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Track Running
With media mileage in big sporting events such as the Olympics, Track Running is probably the most popular of all running events.
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Cross Country Running
This section describes Cross Country by differentiating it from other running disciplines.
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Trail Running
For the more adventurous runners and those who wish to appreciate nature’s beauty while running, Trail Running is the way to go.
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Fell Running
Those craving for a different challenge aside from running on a set track may want to try a tricky one.
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Road Running
Another popular event along with Track Running is Road Running, probably because it is usually held in major towns and cities.
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Classification by Distances
Distances for running competitions range from 60 meters or even range from a continuous 48 hour track event.
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Running - Sprints
The main objective of Sprinting is to run as fast as possible for the entire distance.
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Running - Middle Distance
Multi distance track events exceed the distance covered by sprints up to 5000 meters.
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Running - Long Distance
Runners have to balance their energy during long distance track event races because it consumes a lot of energy.
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Marathon Running
Marathon is a cross-country footrace that covers 26 miles, 385 yards (42.195 kilometers).
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Ultra Marathon
Ultra marathon is a running event that exceeds the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometers or 26.2 miles.
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Multiday Running
Like marathon and ultra-running, multi-day races are lengthy running events.
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Free Running
Find out about the latest twist in world of Running - Free Running.
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Power Running
Power Running is a type of training that involves the latest research on the sport and focuses on a person's physiology and training.
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Parkour
Know what Parkour is and learn what makes it diferent from Free Running, the activity that Parkour is often associated with.
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Triathlon
Triathlon is a sporting event that is composed of swimming, running and cycling. This event is known for its heavy demand on each competitor’s endurance and fighting spirit.
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Running Gear and Apparel
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Running Shoes
Probably, every one can agree that the most indispensable piece of Running gear is the Running Shoes.
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Running Shoes – Parts and Features
When buying a pair of Running Shoes, it is important to be familiar with its parts and features to make it easier for you to communicate with the retailer.
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Running Shoes – Finding the Right Fit
Before even running to the store and buying those cool new Running Shoes you see on TV, it is important that you get to know your feet better first.
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Running Shoes – Types
There are numerous kinds, brands, and styles of running shoes that abound in the market today thus, you should know the differences amongst them.
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Running Shoes Buying Guide – How to Buy Running Shoes
Learn what the guidelines are in buying a shoes because there are so many types of Running Shoes available in the market that it can be very confusing when shopping for one.
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Running Apparel
For reasons of health and comfort, you should dress appropriately when running.
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Running Apparel Buying Guide
There are many things to consider when looking for the right Running Apparel.
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Running Devices
Running is a sport that doesn’t need a lot of equipment to get you started but you might as well use some running devices. In fact, you can just dress with your most comfortable clothes, slip on your shoes and you’re ready to go.
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Running Barefoot
Learn every thing you need to know about Running Barefoot which, according to most runner, is the most natural way to run.
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Running Safety, First Aid, and Injury Prevention
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Running & Jogging Tips
Here are some simple things to keep in mind when running or jogging so you can prevent injuries and improve your performance.
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Running Injuries and Treatment
Running, just like any sport, involves a lot of hard training and repetition of exercises.
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Injury Prevention Exercises
This section illustrates the ways on how to prevent the injuries you can get when running.
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Winter Running Safety
This section illustrates how you can safely perform running even during winter.
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Basics & Backgrounds
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