With running apps that can monitor your speed, distance, calories burned, and even map your route, your smartphone can be a great running buddy. Whether you’re on Android or iOS, here are 8 running apps you can download and enjoy for free!

The biggest thing that stops people from finally getting into shape is the fear of getting started. Yes it can get intimidating, but with a proper plan in mind you can get it done.

Wholefoods based recovery smoothies compared to commercially available protein shakes like whey and isolated soy have all the protein-requirement necessary to build and repair muscles but none of the acid and body-altering hormones

Over the last year or so, you’ve probably noticed how many of your Facebook running friends have started posting about venturing into ultramarathons

Polarity Physiotherapy Center specializes on Physical Therapy and Functional Training. Physical Therapy includes Myofascial Release (MFR), manual physiotherapy, physical rehabilitation, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, joint manipulation and corrective exercises.

So which type of runner are you?

You must be overwhelmed with the restrictions like I am, but there are a few things we could do or add to our routine to keep ourselves sane during this month-long quarantine!

The saying “cheaters never win” is indeed evident most especially in sports like running. Joining a race, specifically half and full marathons, is not an easy event to partake in; but the triumph you get after finishing a marathon is no question one of the best feelings ever. Runner's high, as they call it.

Take time to sit down and establish your goals whether they are physical, mental or psychological. Even in a short race you will hit a point where you are tired and you will ask yourself why you ever came up with this 'crazy' idea in the first place! Setting goals will help you stay focused on what is motivating you to go out there and race.

Gone are the days when the sun is up and the tank tops are out. For weeks now, we have experienced intermediate to heavy rainfall signaling the end of summer and the beginning of the “tag-ulan” season. But does that really change how frequent runners train?