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Black Toenail Prevention: 7 Easy Tips to Avoid Runner’s Toe

Let’s start with this, Runner’s Toe, aka black toenails from running, is not required to be in the club and is not a 100% certainty for all runners.

We often treat our injuries like war stories. Each runner has the toenail they’ve lost, the race they pushed through when they shouldn’t have, and all of it makes it seem like running is really taking a toll on the body.

But of course, we know that it doesn’t have to! The same goes for your toes.

In this article, we’ll discuss everything you need t...

Hiking Gear No One Asked Us About, But Really Should Have

As runners, we also spend an awful lot of time walking or on the trails we lovingly call it hiking to make it all sound much more intense. Because our team has been testing all kinds of gear this year, we wanted to highlight a few things hiking gear pieces that we loved and you need to know about!

From head-to-toe apparel to hydration and snacks to keep you going, this list has a little bit of everything for your next hike. You can thank us later.

AND let us know in the comments if there’s somet...

What Does it Cost to Run The Boston Marathon? (Or Other World Majors)

Sure you’ve considered that a trip to Berlin is going to cost a bit with airfare, but do you really know the true cost of running a World Marathon Major? Is Boston more expensive to run than London? Let’s take a deeper dive in to the cost of chasing that Six Star Medal and of course why it’s still worth it for many of you!

What Does it Cost to Run the Boston Marathon?

Let’s break this down, just as an example, as if a runner from the Midwest was heading to Boston for race weekend.

For the purpo...

Best Hoka Running Shoes Review | Complete Comparisons

We’ve tested out every model of Hoka, not just this year, but literally since the very first Clifton! That’s helped us come up with our favorites for different uses. Get your best Hoka running shoes review from folks who have actually put them to the test in a variety of ways!

With their focus on cushioning and comfort, HOKA One One has established itself as one of the top brands in the running shoe market.

While they may be newer to the game, they’re no longer the new kid on the block with bra...

How to Get Back Into Running Easily After a Long Break

At some point you felt reasonably fit…maybe even dare we say it, very fit. Then life happened, you took an extended break and now you’re scratching your head wondering how to get back into running after time off?

Is getting back into running going to hurt? Will it take forever? Is this even a good idea?

Good news: your muscles (and brain) have a memory of those past activities, and in many ways it’s often EASIER to get back in shape than it was the first time around.

Think about it. You don’t ha...

Adidas Adizero Adios Pro EVO 2 Review | Next Level Running Comes with a Price Tag

The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 is hands-down one of the lightest and most responsive racing shoes I’ve ever worn. My first thought was that the shoe is incredibly comfortable, and once I hit the pavement, the traction and turnover were next-level.

The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 builds on the hype of its record-breaking predecessor, the Evo 1, with bold claims of even more energy return, an upgraded midsole, and a reimagined outsole—all while keeping the weight impossibly light. It’s posi...

Treadmill Pace Conversion Chart and Tips

Ever hop on the treadmill, set a speed, and immediately wonder what that actually means for your pace outside? That’s why we pulled together a treadmill pace conversion chart you can save, screenshot, and finally stop guessing.

Below you will find a chart with conversions from MPH or km/h to pace per mile or kilometer. And because we know things like incline can totally change how a run feels, we’ve added a few tips about that too.

A treadmill is a helpful tool, and even more s...

R.A.D One V2 | The Grip That Made Us Throw Out Our Other Gym Shoes

Look around any CrossFit gym and you’re sure to see a whole lot of the same shoes – I’m looking at you, Nike Metcons, Reebok Nanos and No Bull Outworks. While those tried-and-true OG functional training shoes may be great options for some, they’re not for everyone – which is why I’m always excited to try a training shoe I’ve never heard of before: RAD One V2.

R.A.D. stands for “Rally Against Destruction” (of the mind, body and planet), and their mission is to provide those who train with the bes...

13 Ways to Avoid Running Burnout – Marathon Training and Beyond

Before you hit the point of runners burn out, let’s talk about how to keep your training going strong. And give you a good answer when your non-running friends ask…

Don’t you ever get tired of running?

On those feel good running days, you laugh and want to tell the world how much you love it. But towards the end of marathon training, you pause just a second too long before offering a half-hearted, “Nah, I love it.”

After all, we can’t admit to non-runners any potential misgivings about our deci...

What Are the World Marathon Majors Qualifying Times: Are You Fast Enough?

While a lottery is the most common way to find yourself with a coveted spot at one of the World Marathon Majors, with the exception of Boston, the fastest among us can also try to snag a qualifying time.  So what are the qualifying times for the Majors?

We’ve done a previous deep dive to explain why the World Marathon Majors were created, how many runners are allowed in etc. Today we want to talk just about those front of the pack times and how many are available.

Let’s take a look at what time...