Why You Should Run With Others

Guest Post By: BackatSquareZero There is something to be said about the solitude and peace that can be found in running alone, heck a lot of my best thinking and planning is done on solo runs; however, running with others has lots of benefits. Because of all the pros of running with others it is important to work group…

Shoe durability: How long your shoes last and how to care for them

There’s no getting around it: Running shoes are not inexpensive. Fortunately, a good pair of shoes—hopefully a Mizuno—is the only piece of equipment we absolutely need. So almost all of us are concerned with getting the most miles out of our shoes. By now, most of us have heard the advice that you should replace your shoes every 400-500…

Tips for the Traveling Runner

Guest Post By: STUFTmama Traveling isn’t always easy and it definitely isn’t easy for those of us that want to make running a priority while we’re there to find the time to make it happen. We have to pack extra things and try to find a little time to get a run in while we can. Whether it’s a…

Stretching for Runners

By: Dr. Victor Prisk M.D. As a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in disorders of the foot and ankle, I see many runners in my practice. Although runners mostly come to me for treatment of problems like Achilles tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, stress fractures, and arthritis they are often surprised by the fact that I will examine their knees, hips, and…