As most runners either know or come to find out, a good pair of running gloves can be one of the most important layers in a runners gear arsenal. And today I’ll be looking at one of the more versatile sets of gloves for runners on the market with the TrailHeads convertible running gloves. Featuring…
Taking place and running through the highest town in Georgia, the Georgia Sky to Summit 50k is a beast. Featuring 7,500+ feet of gain and peaking the state’s second highest peak. Twice. But it’s not the uphill that racers fear from this course, it’s the brutal downhills. And last week I had the chance to…
One of the biggest differences between road running and trail running is the overall demand that running on trails will place on your body. From running up hills, on uneven ground, having to lift your legs higher for longer, to the stress and impact of running downhill. The need for strength conditioning is an important…
It’s a lesson that every runner has to learn eventually. No matter if you are running a 5k and covering your important parts. To running an ultra marathon, covering any and every part of your body. The importance of quality anti-chafe protection can not be stressed enough. And today we’ll be looking at a brand…
Have you heard the news? There is a new race series being introduced, featuring three different styles of events. They are promising to be more than just trail running. But what is Double Black Events? And what type of events will they be offering? Holding their first events in 2022 but promising an extended 2023…
Getting ready for a 100 mile race can be an overwhelming task. From packing gear, nutrition, organizing, travel and crew. Not even taking into account the hundreds of hours or training it takes to come in even somewhat prepared. And while I can’t run any of your training miles for you. I can help you…
When you sign up to run your first 100 mile race, you really have no idea what you are getting yourself into. And I never expected a charging bear, heavy sleet and rain, never ending climbs, and a quick chat with a running legend. But that was exactly the case when it comes to the…
One of the most difficult things about being a runner is staying motivated. Whether it’s waking up long before the sun and the rest of the world. Or putting in the extra hours after work just to get your miles in. While everyone else is comfortable in their beds or in front of their TVs…
We all want to run faster. Whether you have a race, want to PR a certain distance, or just impress a new running club. There are a lot of reasons to want to perform your best when lacing up your running shoes. So today I’m here to help, with 3 scientifically proven ways to run…
If you haven’t heard, toe socks are all the rage in running right now. With many of the world’s top ultra runners swearing by them to keep their feet healthy at their biggest races. The thing about toe socks is that they are not cheap. So when I found the AONIJIE Toe Socks with great…