Category: Running for Beginners

It’s finally April! In a few days, we are flying to Boracay for the much awaited Skyathon 2013.  If you happen to be doing a beach run in your escapade this summer, here are some tips to take note for a good running experience.   Run on wet sand and...

A lot of runners who dropped by at Riovana are asking when they should change their running shoes. This is a very important question. A worn out running shoe will provide lesser protection for the runners. It provides lesser stability and lesser shock absorption capacity. This will increase your...

I would often be approached by a runner who would ask about the best running shoe that he or she can buy.  They would ask which brand or what to look for in a running shoe.  I would then explain that choosing the right running shoe goes beyond the...

The first time I ran a hill was unpleasant.  It was a 15KM race and the route took us to McKinley.  While I survived and finish at a respectable time, my knees and legs were aching for days. I’m sure you have heard stories of how runners dread the...

One important question for runners is how much should we drink.  We understand that we lose a lot of fluid while running and fluid replacement is a must.  But too much or too little is very risky and pose a lot of danger to our health. In fact, drinking...

Rainy season is officially here. Expect colder weather and most runners might take their routine indoors due to rainy, wet conditions.  You might postpone your runs when it is raining outside or you might opt to stay indoors and run on a treadmill instead.  Before you opt for lesser...

Some runners like to run because it promotes a healthy lifestyle. Some consider running a form of relaxation. Trail running gives you another reason to run and get in shape while exploring a different environment. Whether you choose a rocky, muddy or root-ridden path, trail running provides a great...

After the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon, I attended the New Balance Tech Summit.  This was attended mostly by New Balance employees for sales and marketing.  Of course, they need to know about their products.  Being there was a wonderful learning session as I get a lot of information...

No doubt this month is officially summertime. Just feel the heat!  And there’s no stopping the runners to stay indoors.  In fact, we have a lot of races prepared for the summer or races where we prepare during summer.  Unfortunately, running in heat and humidity has some risks involved...

Many runners, myself included, started running to trim down and lose weight. I just started jogging around our neighborhood. It didn’t occur to me that I will be able to finish a 5K fun run nor reach as far as 42K!  You may now be thinking seriously of running...