Talent isn’t enough if you want to become a professional soccer player. You need to follow a rigorous routine of workouts and training. So, as you plan your next set of Premier League predictions, you [...]
Are you ready to take your fitness game up and train like a March Madness champ? March Madness is an exciting annual college basketball tournament with all the thrill of a championship bout and intense [...]
For those looking for a way to maximize their athletic performance, look no further than March Madness athletes. They know the importance of developing the right workout routine and how it can help them reach [...]
Sleep and Athletic Performance: The Vital Connection Ah, sleep. The blissful state when you get to dream about flying unicorns, or the day you finally licked your elbow, or whatever floats your boat. For athletes, [...]
Ladies and gentlemen, the moment you've all been waiting for has finally arrived! Bask in the glory of your hard-earned six-pack while I unravel the secrets of safe, high-intensity workouts. If you're looking to torch [...]
Are you tired of being out of breath after climbing a few stairs? Do you want to run that mile without feeling like your lungs are on fire? If so, you've come to the right [...]
Are you tired of huffing and puffing on the treadmill, without an ounce of weight loss to show for it? Fear not, my fellow fitness freaks! It's time to ditch the monotony of the gym [...]
Are you tired of looking like an uncooked spaghetti noodle? Maybe you've tried lifting weights or doing a few push-ups, but still, you can't seem to achieve that toned, muscular physique you're after. Well, my [...]
Are you feeling burnt out on your daily workout? Are you tired of sweating like a sinner in church without seeing any progress? Well, fear not, fellow gym rats! It's time to spice up your [...]
Getting fit is like trying to teach a cat to swim: it's challenging, it's a bit awkward, and there's a good chance you might get scratched in the process. But as with any good challenge, [...]
Are you tired of feeling stiff as a board? Does your body remind you of a rusted old car that desperately needs some oil? Fear not, my inflexible friend! It's time to stretch those limbs [...]
Are your muscles unbalanced? Do you look like a lopsided potato trying to lift weights at the gym? Well fear not, my uncoordinated friends! We’re here to prevent those muscle imbalances and get you looking [...]
Are you tired of the same old workouts that just don't seem to give you the results you want? If you're ready to take your fitness to the next level, it's time to try plyometrics. [...]
From running shoes to slide-ons, the perfect pair of shoes for concrete walking can mean all the difference between an achy, tired feet and one that is kept cozy and comfortable. Everyone knows finding the perfect shoe is the key to achieving relaxation and comfort, so let us show you how to step into solace and take your concrete walking experience to the next level!
If you thought that working out was only about sweats and tears, then you might be wrong. Nutrition plays a vital role in our fitness journey, and what we put into our bodies after we [...]
There are many people who have the best intentions of starting a training regime and getting fit. But a lot fall down at the first stage and never actually get around to starting. If you [...]
Fish oil or omega-3 fatty acid is a dietary supplement responsible for maintaining overall health. Fish oil is extracted from fish tissues of herring, tuna, anchovies, mackerel, and cod liver oil. Two types of omega-3 [...]
Weightlifting and strength training among men and women are not the same due to significant physiological differences between the two genders. For example, while men’s hormones remain stable, women have cyclical hormonal differences changing across [...]
When it comes to bodybuilding, you focus on toning your muscles overall. It depends on person to person how they take care of their muscle-building journey. However, it is an exercise; if you don't perform [...]
Running is the most essential and oldest form of exercise that humans have been doing for many years. Running is very good for humans in many different ways. If you are not someone who is [...]
Hyperpigmentation is when areas of the skin, more than often around the face and neck area, become darker in appearance than the skin around it. Hyperpigmentation can be confined to one small area, or else [...]
In the world of athletics, there is always a search for an edge – something that will give athletes a competitive advantage. In recent years, velocity-based training has emerged as a potential game changer, providing [...]
Pull-ups are one of the best upper body exercises to add to your workouts. If you haven't already, adding this exercise will give you several benefits such as increasing strength in your back, shoulders, arms, [...]
Have you tried to lose fat around the thighs to no avail? You aren't alone. Reducing thigh fat is tricky for various reasons. For some, genetics is to blame, yet for many people, it is [...]
Food is your body's fuel. Without fuel, your body wants to shut down. - Ken Hill While you are fasting, you abstain from food for prolonged periods (and therefore have a lower supply of fuel). [...]
Nowadays, lots of people practice intermittent fasting as a way to lose (or maintain) their weight. There are, however, many other health benefits associated with fasting, which make it an excellent lifestyle choice. These benefits [...]
As far as exercise goes, running has a lot going for it. It's free, you can run almost anywhere, and it engages multiple muscle groups all at the same time. As many will tell you, [...]
Nothing will test the commitment of a runner than going for a run wearing the wrong gear in the wrong weather. While finding the right outfits (to keep you running all year round) can sound [...]
Are you interested in finding out how many miles you can log on your daily walks? While there's no default answer (the miles you can walk in a day greatly vary from person to person), [...]
Fancy becoming a better version of you? Do you want to feel unstoppable throughout the day (not just with brief bursts of energy)? Do you want to achieve more than you ever imagined possible? While [...]
The trucking industry is wide enough and has been playing a vital role in the economy of the United States of America. Motor carrier authority is a real thing but it has been using its [...]
Cycling is one of the best physical exercises when it comes to revitalizing your health and wellness. It tones the whole body (from muscles to joints), and also relieves stress. Like weight lifting; following the [...]
Healthcare workers are some of the most strained professionals, both mentally and physically. According to mental health reviews by medical researchers on NCBI, 89% of healthcare workers have reported psychological concerns within the last two years. [...]
Usain "Lightning" Bolt, a 21-year-old Jamaican, took the Olympic 100 meter final by storm today in Beijing. After a relatively poor start and easing up in the last 20 meters to pound his chest and [...]
In races where milliseconds count, runners can't afford any type of disadvantage. Unfortunately for this year's Olympians, the use of an old technology will give a slight advantage to the runners assigned to the inside [...]
Time for some fast facts and speedy stats! Wondering how fast the average human can run? Or their average sprint speed? The average person can run a mile in 9 minutes and 48 seconds, according [...]
This is an old video clip, but well worth a revisit. Maurice Greene recorded a wind-aided 9.86 seconds, winning the 100-meter event at the 2004 Home Depot Invitational in California. You can't call him humble, [...]
Running a marathon is hard enough for most people. Some people, nonetheless, like to mix in some extra sweating and chaffing via elaborate "marathon costumes". Sometimes these costumes are just for fun, but often they [...]
Today, July 3, the U.S. Olympic Team Trials start back up. Events will be aired throughout the entire holiday weekend. Here is the television schedule for the track and field events. Date Time (Eastern) Network [...]
If you’re an athlete at the top of your game, you know that running in wind can make or break your race. The weather can either be a help or a hindrance - providing wind [...]
Tyson Gay (middle) checks his time Just weeks after Usain Bolt broke the 100m world record, Tyson Gay, a 25-year-old from Kentucky, has run 100 meters even faster. Although Gay's finishing time was 9.68 seconds [...]
So you're all prepared to run. That's great, but the hard part isn't starting to run, it's actually sticking to a plan of regular training. In truth, running can be very difficult for newcomers. You [...]
When you look down in the shower all you see is belly and the tip of your second toe. You have a 0% chance of putting on your shoes without sitting in a chair. You [...]
These signs are giving me the feeling it's going to be a tough run: Breakfast...McDonalds. Lunch....McDonalds. Dinner.....McDonalds. While waiting in the start corral you are wondering if wearing a brand new pair of shoes is [...]
In today’s hyper-photoshopped world, it’s hard to know exactly what the average American male looks like. Is it the glossy images (complete with rippling six-packs) strewn across Instagram, TikTok, and other social media? Or maybe [...]
I have the privilege next year of having the Illinois Marathon running through my backyard here in Champaign Urbana. The inaugural run of the marathon will be on April 25 and I will certainly take [...]
You live in the United States and actually know how far a kilometer is. You're covered in lube and have no plans of sex. There are two sets of blue jeans in your closet: one [...]
As a runner I get to see things in slow motion. I don ’t pass by the world at 65 miles an hour, but at a nice slow pace. Eventually, jogging past property after property, [...]
You're not embarrassed to show someone where your hamstring *really* hurts. You could watch a whole marathon and not be bored. You can use endorphins in a sentence. You check out the running stores for [...]
The photos below may be a little disturbing to some people, but they're a provide an important reminder: Men, don't forget that you have nipples too. For those who may be unfamiliar with this phenomenon, [...]
One of the pleasures of running is the ability to observe everything as you trot along. You see little subtleties that you wouldn't notice as you race past in a car. I have run the [...]
For many runners, walking is a sign of failure; they only walk when they literally can no longer run. We have all walked at some point. In fact, a good method to build up mileage [...]
There is an endurance race in Honolulu, Hawaii appropriately called the H.U.R.T 100. The race is hosted by the Hawaiian Ultra Running Team, is 100 miles long, and allows a maximum of 100 competitors. This [...]
I get a kick out of the signs that people hold during road races. Marathon signs are always particular interesting because people train so hard to run one and they get their whole family involved. [...]
Last night I joined thousands of other people across the nation to see Spirit of the Marathon in theaters. Entering the movie, I expected it to be about the history of the marathon and some [...]
We all know that running makes you thinner, stronger, and all-around healthier, but the benefits of running even go beyond health. Here are 10 other reasons you may want to start running: Meet good-looking people. [...]
Lose 20 pounds. Few things are guaranteed when it comes to racing, but one thing is certain: the less weight you're carrying to the finish line, the faster you will get there. Below is a [...]
The story of running legend Cliff Young is fascinating, inspiring, and thought-provoking. If you’re not already familiar with this accomplished athlete, read on to discover this terrific tale. An Unlikely Competitor Cliff Young Every year, [...]
It's fairly taboo to talk about carrots in public but we all know we talk about it in private on long runs with our friends. Carrot, I must point out, is not a sexist label [...]
Below are brief descriptions of some of the greatest accomplishments in endurance running. Even if you've never run a mile in your life you have to respect these athletes for their achievements. Three men ran [...]
