Benefits of Having Trail Shoes
Trail running is about function and not fashion so it’s critical to choose the right trail running shoes for your positive running experience. Trail running shoes have better traction and are used on rocky terrain and off-road running, walking and light hiking. It has rubber lugs for better support...
Tips for Trail Running
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...
Do you need trail shoes for trail runs?
Trail runs are gaining popularity. We have the Men’s Health All Terrain Race on Sunday, May 16 and the New Balance Trail Adventure on June 20. Prior to that, we have The North Face Thrill of the Trail last February. I would expect more trail runs to happen since...
Seven Tips On How To Run Faster
While visiting the Chatbox, runnerfish asked the question on how he can improve his speed. He has finished a 10K run already and wants to run faster and eventually hit the sub-50 mark. I started running with 10K races and for 4 years, I have never reached the sub-50...
Dream Run #5: The Other Side of Boracay
This is my second time to be in Boracay. Last weekend, Quennie and I joined Beauty and the Beach, a second year anniversary celebration of Women’s Health Magazine. Last year, Quennie and I had an 8K run at the shores of Boracay. It was our first experience to run...
Hong Kong is Runner-Friendly
While I did run the marathon in Hong Kong last February, I wish I could go back there and run other routes in the city. I tried to have a recovery run in the city after the marathon, but I was still tired so Quennie and I decided just...
New Balance 1064: In For Review
New Balance has updated its popular 1063 shoe with the New Balance 1064. It had retained many features from the 1063 but made changes in the material and the fit to create the Total Fit. I got my NB1063 last year from New Balance. I have used the shoe...
New Balance Tech Summit – Anatomy of a Shoe
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...
Tips When Running During Hot Weather
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...
Photos From the Hong Kong Marathon 2010
I would usually bring a camera and take pictures when I run in new places. But I made an exception with the Hong Kong Marathon . I didn’t bring my camera with me while running the full marathon. I can’t afford to make a stop and take pictures. I...