Although there has not been a plethora of research on the effects of massage for runners, there is no denying that afterward you can feel like a million bucks.
Ice baths have been a staple method of recovery for distance runners for many years. Recently, though, the effectiveness of ice baths has come into question in the scientific community.
Knee pain is the bane of many a runner. Several treatments have been found effective in alleviating pain caused by patellar tendonitis.
How does one go about teaching oneself to run the correct pace? We point out the key indicators of proper pacing.
So how does one prevent cramping? Incredibly, one answer is to drink pickle juice.
If you've been around running long enough you have heard the term VO2 max. We delve deeper into the concept and explain exactly what aerobic capacity means for runners.
To successfully PR at the 5K, one must incorporate many different types of workouts into their training plan.
Sadly humans, with our itty-bitty calves and rotating ankles, struggle on even the smoothest of surfaces and are thus prone to ankle injuries.
With the Penn Relays abroad, and nearly thirty meets on the homefront,
nearly every team in the state had some invitational action this
weekend. See what happens when we merge all the results.
Debunking myths about ideal heart rate as it pertains to training.
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis is a common overuse injury in runners. There are several forms of treatment and exercises that can help alleviate the pain.
Insights into how to strengthen hip abductor muscles to prevent running injuries.
For these beginner runners, one excellent way to start building aerobic fitness and strengthening the muscles necessary for running is to employ the run/walk method.
If you're feeling a pain in your butt when running, you likely have developed high hamstring tendinopathy. Fear not. There are easy ways to keep the pain from becoming crippling.
Here our tips on how to survive those blazing-hot summer workouts.
Bruised toenails are often viewed as a marker of the long-distance runner. Here is our advice on how to avoid that painful right of passage.
Distance runners often experience "bonking" or "hitting the wall" late in races. This phenomena is caused by glycogen depletion. Here is some advice on how to avoid this.
Most distance runners are constantly downing carbs. While carbs are important fuel, they shouldn't overshadow protein.
The question of whether to exercise when ill has perplexed physicians for years, but recent studies have provided insight into how exercise affects the longevity of illness.
Have you struggled with pain on the top of your foot when wearing running shoes? The problem may be the way you are lacing them.
Scientific evidence points to treadmill running not being as harmful as once imagined.
Sorting through this information to find the truth about proper nutrition can be a daunting task. We have
We break down the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise as it pertains to runners.
A breakdown of the best post-run snacks to begin the recovery process.
Dehydration is an ailment with which all runners are familiar. On the other hand, it is also possible to drink too much water.