At The Running Event in Austin, Texas on December 1, there was a celebration of running stores across the country. Excitedly, Runner's Edge New York was on the list as the top-running store in the country. Runner's Edge is located on Long Island in Huntington and Farmingdale. How were they...
DorsiFLEX Review
Between having bouts of plantar fasciitis to Achilles Tendonitis, I feel like I'm always injuring my feet. So, when DorsiFLEX reached out to inform me about their new product, I was intrigued. About DorsiFLEX DorsiFLEX allows you to stretch your foot in effective ways. With its adjustable angles and 20...
BioTropicLabs Sponsors Sarasota and Tampa Florida Book Tours
When I was training for the Maggie Fischer Memorial Swim, which was a 5.5+ mile swim from Fire Island to Bayshore, I was using supplements from BioTropicLabs. I am so convinced that these supplements helped me to go the distance. I would use them in training and felt a significant...
Tips to Improve Your Running Form
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting, having good running form is essential for optimal performance and injury prevention. Proper running form not only helps you run more efficiently but also reduces stress on your body, allowing you to enjoy the sport and reach your goals. In this blog...
New Marathon, Half, 10K and 5K in Hudson Valley, NY
Discounts available! Alpha Win announced a new event, the Hudson Valley Marathon at the Walkway Over the Hudson! With a run directly over the Hudson River, participants will experience breathtaking views of the historic Hudson River Valley, from the Catskill Mountains to the Hudson Highlands. Alpha Win’s motto ‘A Distance...
25% off From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete For Limited Time
I'm so excited to announce that my publisher, Cardinal Publishing Group, is selling my book, From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete - A Portrait of a Non-Athletic Triathlete on their website for 25% off the retail price. That's a significant saving and this "sale" will last only through January 31, 2023....
Faces of Endurance: Jonathan Schwartz
Why did you decide to start triathlon training? What was your why? I had run the NYC Marathon in 2016 which was 4 years after my first brain surgery. I was looking for a new challenge and a friend talked me into triathlon. My journey had to wait a year...
Why Vitamin D is an Important Supplement
You always hear, get your Vitamin D from sunlight, but many of us use sun blockers or we go out very early while we train so we don't get the benefits of the sun. Here's a new study by the University of Eastern Finland that I thought was interesting, especially...
When Things Go Wrong in the Open Water
There are so many variables in the open water. You deal with the current, the chop, the flies, the flying fish, the jellies, and the sea lice. And, by the way, do the sharks come on the bay side? There's always something to be concerned about. One day this past...
Running Apparel – Great Holiday Gifts!
Skechers is not only a great sneaker and shoe company but they also make affordable running, run/walk, and gym apparel. The other day, a representative from the company sent me a care package to review for this blog and I'm so glad she did. Sometimes because something is less expensive,...