Running Shoe Malpractice

Running Shoe Malpractice

Posted by on Dec 18, 2012 in Gear Reviews, Musings, Science, Training | 8 comments

For years now, while in local running stores, I’ve watched as store associates have placed runners onto one of their many...

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Ice Baths are BAD for Your Running

Ice Baths are BAD for Your Running

Posted by on Jul 24, 2012 in Science, Training | 2 comments

Finally, something that isn’t going to cause me more pain in my perpetual effort to be a better runner! Ice Baths are bad for your...

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What’s going on with my heart? – Part One

What’s going on with my heart? – Part One

Posted by on Jul 18, 2012 in Science, Training | 0 comments

An Understanding of Heart Rates Athlete’s heart rates hit numbers that non-athlete’s heart rates might never, or should never, see, on...

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Should I Use A Nutritional Supplement?

Should I Use A Nutritional Supplement?

Posted by on Jul 8, 2012 in Nutrition, Science | 2 comments

Any grocery or drug store has at least one aisle dedicated to nutritional supplements, and some stores give over entire sections of real...

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Does Pickle Juice Prevent Or Alleviate Muscle Cramps?

Does Pickle Juice Prevent Or Alleviate Muscle Cramps?

Posted by on Jul 1, 2012 in Nutrition, Science | 5 comments

Muscle cramps during training or an event can range in severity from uncomfortable to debilitating, and theories abound regarding methods...

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How Does Endurance Running Affect Lactation?

How Does Endurance Running Affect Lactation?

Posted by on Jun 19, 2012 in Science, Training | 3 comments

I got a question from a reader recently as to whether endurance running — specifically marathon running — has any impact upon...

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Vitamin D And Calcium For Female Runners

Vitamin D And Calcium For Female Runners

Posted by on Jun 11, 2012 in Nutrition, Science | 0 comments

The sport of ultramarathon is one of the most equalizing with regard to gender in the athletic world, with women often beating men even...

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Accumulating Research Suggests Long Term Long Distance Training May Negatively Impact Heart Health

Accumulating Research Suggests Long Term Long Distance Training May Negatively Impact Heart Health

Posted by on Jun 4, 2012 in Breaking News, Science, Training | 1 comment

The news that the autopsy of Micah True — the ultrarunner who died recently in New Mexico during what was, for him, an easy 12-mile...

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The Chemistry of High-Altitude Running

The Chemistry of High-Altitude Running

Posted by on May 23, 2012 in Science | 3 comments

Ever wondered why you breathe harder and faster when you’re working out at a higher altitude than that to which you’re...

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People and Dogs Get Runner’s Highs, Ferrets Don’t.

People and Dogs Get Runner’s Highs, Ferrets Don’t.

Posted by on May 7, 2012 in Breaking News, Science, Training | 1 comment

Most runners are familiar with the floating, euphoric feeling that can hit during or just after a hard run.  It’s often called the...

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Carbohydrate Loading Effects In Males and Females

Carbohydrate Loading Effects In Males and Females

Posted by on May 1, 2012 in Nutrition, Science, Training | 1 comment

The pre-race pasta dinner is an endurance running staple. However, the scientific evidence suggests that loading up on carbohydrate-rich...

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Optimal Hydration During Endurance Events

Optimal Hydration During Endurance Events

Posted by on Apr 9, 2012 in Science, Training | 3 comments

Fluid and electrolyte balance are critical to maintaining normal body function. One of the most hotly contested issues in endurance sports...

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