The last time I ran a local race was in 2019. I believe the last race that I did may have been the NYRR Bronx 10 Miler. That was a great race for me. It felt easy and quick. When I finished I was so happy. As part of the...
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New Products for Runners and Triathletes
Recently, I've been made aware of some interesting new products for runners and triathletes. Here's a roundup: Raspberry Lemonade Gu With the introduction of Raspberry Lemonade, Gu has added another great flavor to its family of energy gels. Even better, this new gel contains 450mg of amino acids and 55mg...
UA FLOW Velociti Elite Review
On Sunday, November 6, Sharon Lokedi, of UA Mission Run Dark Sky Distance won the 2022 New York City Marathon. She wore a World Athletics-approved prototype of the next iteration of the UA FLOW Velociti Elite. Her time of 2:23:23. Lokedi traditionally specializes in the 5k, 10k, and half marathon...
Adidas Apparel Review: Quality Sportswear for All Occasions
A few months ago, I went to the adidas outlet in Deer Park, Long Island, and bought myself my first tracksuit. It was thrilling because I never ran on the track team, let alone ran track in High School. As you know, I started running at 48 and started competing...
Mental Health and Endurance Sports
Watch this episode of the WeREndurance Webinar series as Jill Colangelo, a Mental Health expert, talks about endurance sports and mental health. She focuses on the importance of having a balanced mental state and how it helps in having a peak performance. Learn about the different ways you can...
Pool Swimming Tips
If you haven't gotten in the pool since last season, it's time again to hit the pool. I find that many people focus on swimming last because 1) they don't feel comfortable in the water; 2) they find that swimming is their weakest sport; and 3)swimming is based on technique...
Ultimate Direction Hydration Vest and Running Belt Review
At The Running Event, I had the pleasure of meeting with Ultimate Direction and exploring their exciting range of products! They showcased an impressive collection of hydration vests and running belts, specially designed for dedicated runners and triathletes. Trail Vest One standout item was the stylish Trail Vest, shown to...
Skora Fit Sneaker Review
If you like barefoot sneakers with a wide toe box and extreme comfort, you will love Skora sneakers. I was first introduced to Skora many years ago when I first started running. At that time, the minimalist movement was prominent and many of sneaker stores sold zero-drop shoes. Skora Fit...
Tips on How to Run Faster
As a certified running coach with RRCA, I often get the same question - "How can I run faster?" I think everyone wants to run faster, no matter if you are an elite athlete or a back-of-the-packer. So, here are some tips to help you run faster: Strength training: Incorporate...
Are All Insoles the Same?
At The Running Event in Austin last month, there were a number of insole companies there trying to sell their insoles to retail shops throughout the country. I met several different brands that I was either familiar with or unfamiliar with. I appreciated them taking the time out of the...