How to Strengthen Your Glutes

Guest Post By: STUFTmama Experts are always talking about how having a stronger core will help runners. Sometimes though, we forget about how important it is to have properly conditioned glutes as well. Glute strength is essential to help prevent injury and maintain proper running form. Who doesn’t want a stronger, better-looking backside anyway? Our glutes become weaker the more…

The Wave Rider 19: Enhanced Consistency

By: The Mizuno Shoe Guy Since 1997, the Wave Rider has been Mizuno’s flagship shoe and one of the iconic shoes in the running industry. It has virtually defined the lightweight, neutral category and been the go-to shoe for thousands of runners. But the Wave Rider’s history has also been—ahem—spotty. A great version, such as the Wave Rider 13…

Runner’s Ramblings: Back at It

By: Mizuno Race Team Member, Mike Aish Well, after two weeks of sitting on the couch, watching TV and feeling sorry for myself I put my shoes back on and convinced myself to get back at it. Not finishing the Leadville 100 was a huge blow and to be honest, had me questioning if I really wanted to…

Behind the Bronze: A Look Into the Pan American Games

By: Mizuno Race Team Member, Lindsay Flanagan This past July, I competed in the women’s marathon at the Pan American Games in Toronto. As a professional runner, representing your country at an international competition is one of the highest honors you can achieve. Therefore, when offered the spot in early spring, I gladly accepted and got to work. With the…