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...
New Product Roundup at TRE
I met so many interesting companies at The Running Event in Austin in December. They all had viable products and I wanted to share a round-up here: VimHue This is a new cap company specifically for women. What's interesting about this cap is that you can wear your hair in...
OS1st Product Review
At The Running Event in Austin, TX, I went to get insoles for my sneakers. While at one of the insole booths, I was recommended to go to OS1st and check out their products. I headed over that way and spoke with a woman who seemed very knowledgeable. She told...
Drankful Hydration Review
There's something to be said about carrying your hydration at the hip and not on the back. I've always just used a backpack but recently had the opportunity to check out Drankful Hip Pack. And, I'm glad I did. The Drankful Hip Pack can be used for hiking, cycling, road...
New Running Socks
There was a ton of running sock companies at The Running Event (TRE), here I review a few different brands of running socks. Balega The company had a big presence at TRE. They sponsored the opening night reception that included dueling pianos, appetizers, and beer and wine. It was a...
Ryka No Limit Training Shoe Review
I had never heard of Ryka before attending The Running Event in Austin in December. But there they were along with four women at a women's only shoe booth in the middle of the convention floor. After walking over to see what they had, the women explained that these sneakers...
GoFluo Reflective Gear
Now that the days are shorter, we will be training in the dark - either in the morning or after work. That being the case, it's important to wear some sort of reflective gear so that you are seen by cars and motorcycles. I met GoFluo at TRE last month...
Headsweats For All Seasons
Did you see the new line of hats from Headsweats? They are great looking. And cool enough for everyday wear (which is what I've been doing -- wearing them every day!). But don’t worry. The new look of Headsweats doesn’t mean they have compromised on their same great sweat-wicking technology. In...
Turtle Mittens for Winter Running
At TRE, Turtle Mittens was there. I met them several years ago when they were a start-up company. Since then, they have grown and with the growth, they added new products, especially for the cold winter months. Turtle Gloves I was given a pair of Turtle Mittens for running at...