Barefoot running is getting some following in Europe and North America.  In fact, a lot of running shoes are now offering minimalistic shoes that mimics barefoot running.  Here are some tips for those who want to try running barefoot. If you are planning to try barefoot running, here’s one...

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...

Quennie and I will be having a weekend break.  It’s my father’s 60th birthday and we’re off to Bacolod to have a family celebration.  It will be a back-to-back celebration too since my father won as one of the town councilors during the elections last May 10.  Maybe we...

The ideal goal setting practice is this way:  Ready-Aim-Shoot.  With this practice, you are much better prepared in your goal and have a good chance of attaining it.  But here’s a new practice that is done in many industries: Ready-Shoot-Aim.  With the fast paced environment and strong competition, many...

Many of us started running for health reasons.  Running as an exercise and lifestyle certainly lowers several health risks.  But like many health supplement commercials, it says …with exercise and a healthy diet.  Thus, we need to watch what we eat too in order to maximize the benefits we...

This year’s Men’s Health All Terrain Race was more challenging than last year.  Aside from the scorching heat, the road was rough and unpredictable, and plenty of river crossings.  Despite little training, Quennie and I signed up for the 16K just because of the medal we’d get once we...

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...

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...

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...