On June 1, Global Running Day, I attended the Brooks celebration of running. I got to sample a couple of the new Brooks gear including: Drive Plunge Run Bra At first glance, I thought this bra would be too flimsy and not keep me from bouncing, but, I found it...
Betts Fit Bra For Bigger Busted Women
I'm big-busted, which is a deficit for me because certain clothes just don't work. And, when I'm working out, running, cycling, and even swimming, I find that I bounce way too much. Therefore, I always seek out a bra that will keep me from bouncing. Betts Fit reached out to...
Zealios Keeps You Safe All Summer Long!
Skin cancer is real. There are more than 9,500 people diagnosed every day. More than 3 million Americans have nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC), including basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). As endurance athletes and triathletes, we need to be particularly careful. All of our activity occurs outside....
What Are Different Types of Run Workouts?
I'm a big proponent of the walk-run technique, however, there are lots of different workouts that can either be incorporated into the walk-run or not. Conversational Pace For starters, most of the runs you do should be at a conversational pace. We do this for the cardio-respiratory and muscular benefits...
What Type of Runner Are You?
According to the Road Runners Club of America, there are several types of runners and each runner should get an individualized training plan. Below each category, I include a "good workout." Here are the different types of runners: Novice This runner runs between 0 to 15 miles per week; important...
What are Training Zones?
If you work with a coach or you don't, you should know about the concept of training zones. Some of you work with a Heart Rate monitor and a smartwatch, while others may have no data sources just their rate of perceived effort (RPE), which means how hard it feels...
Brooks Fushion Hybrid Jacket
It's that time of year when you are not sure if you should wear a jacket or if you should layer up. Brooks has a new jacket, called the Fusion Hybrid, which is perfect for this in-between weather. About the Fusion Hybrid Jacket It's lightweight and perfect for a windy...
Tips on Trail Running by Steve Gerardi
Back story... As a boy, I was drawn to long-distance running, particularly cross-country. I was intrigued by stories and films of races featuring competitors charging through forests, jumping over logs, and splashing through streams. Growing up in Brooklyn, we played all the usual street games, which included running races. I...
CEP The Run Compression Socks Review
CEP, a company dedicated to adding compression to socks, recently introduced a new sock, The Run Compression Socks for both men and women. I was sent a pair for review on this blog. CEP The Run Compression Socks The Run Mid Cut Socks 4.0 were built for style and performance....
HydraPak Skyflask 350 ml Review
I was first introduced a couple of years back to HydraPak. At that time, they were introducing their recyclable cups for racing. I was very impressed with the company. So, when they reached out and asked if I would review their new Skyflask 350ml, I agreed. SkyFlask 350ml The Skyflask...