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Transitioning to the Off Season

With the chill in the air and the darkness upon us, it’s time for most of us to wind down the racing season and transition to the off-season. Whether you raced a marathon or a bunch of shorter distance events, winter is a perfect time to switch gears and give both the mind and body a good break. It is…

Holiday Gift Guide: STUFTmama

Guest Post By: STUFTmama So pretty much a Christmas filled with all Mizuno gear would be the best Christmas ever. I’m always on the lookout for wish lists not only for myself, but for the whole family. Here are my top picks for this year. Stocking Stuffers (Under $25) Breath Thermo Headband – $19.99 – When your head…

Holiday Gift Guide: Back at Square 0

Guest Post By: BackatSquare0 Wow, believe it or not it is November already which means the holidays are just around the corner. However, you can ditch the long store lines, crazy hustle and bustle, and save yourself a lot of stress by shopping online with Mizuno Running this year. Plus, this way you know your gift will be a…

Taper Training for Marathons

Guest Post by: Jason R. Karp, Ph.D. I attended a high school that was known for its swimmers. They were the best in the country, and some of them competed in the Olympics. Before championship meets, you could overhear amusing discussions in the hallways about “shaving down” and “tapering” in an attempt to swim faster. As a member of…