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What Is a Reverse Split Workout? Tips For Boosting Endurance
Runners are often encouraged to run negative splits—when the athlete completes the second half of a run, workout, or race faster than the first half. This pacing strategy is often used to finish strong and avoid burning out too early. However, another strategy helps build endurance and mental resilience. It’s called reverse splits. Though... Read more
Run-Thru and Rehydrate: Get a Free Smoothie King Drink on Global Running Day
Runners are taking the roads, trails, and track by storm today to celebrate Global Running Day. After working on a sweat, head over to your local Smoothie King to replenish electrolytes, get energized, and recover with a post-run smoothie. Smoothie King made a few exciting announcements in honor of... Read more
Smart Pacing Strategy Tips for Summer Races
The summer is one of the best seasons to race. With extended daylight hours and more time to dedicate to training, many athletes want to break their PRs as they continue competing. However, summer weather means soaring temperatures and increased humidity, which runs the risk of heat exhaustion. In... Read more
Adidas DUNAMIS SP0090 Review: Performance Meets Style This Summer
Despite launching last year, the adidas DUNAMIS remains one of our top sunglasses’ picks, for athletes of all sports. Build with stability in mind, while remaining ultra lightweight, the DUNAMIS SP0090 model has a futuristic look that makes it stylish and cool, while features like its rubber nose tips... Read more
HOKA Launches New Mafate X Trail Running Shoe Designed For Long-Distance Speed
Runners who love trekking the trails for long-distance workouts can now take their pace to new heights with the new Mafate X shoe. Joining the company’s lineup of trail running shoes, the Mafate X brings comfort and speed to the forefront, allowing runners to go further and faster. “The... Read more
SPIbelt Review: A Reliable Running Belt Tailored for Active Athletes
There is nothing more freeing than lacing up your sneakers and going for a run. But that feeling is limited when stuck holding your smartphone or gels during weekly runs. This is why athletes must add a running belt to their gear list for powering through spring and summer... Read more
Standing Core Exercises That Help with Every Sport
The Power of Standing Core Movements When most people think of core workouts, the first thing that comes to mind is the traditional sit-up or crunch. While these are good exercises, they are not necessarily the best or most functional way to train your core—especially if you’re an athlete.... Read more
Strava Launches New AI Feature To Help Runners Improve Race Time
The popular running app Strava is tapping into the power of artificial intelligence and machine learning to help runners elevate their race day performance. Strava announced the launch of its Performance Prediction feature that identifies estimated finish times for race distances for the 5-kilometer, 10k, half marathon, and marathon.... Read more
HOKA Launches Cielo X1 2.0 To Add To Its Lineup of Best Running Shoes
Spring track season is here, the time to elevate performance to the next level. While training and practice are key to being faster and stronger each track meet, a pair of quality running sneakers is important for supporting each step to the finish line. HOKA just unveiled its latest... Read more
USATF And Sound Running Team Up For Track Fest This May
In a major development for the track and field community, USA Track & Field (USATF) has announced a collaboration with Sound Running to host the inaugural Track Fest on May 24, 2025, at Occidental College in Los Angeles. This event merges two prominent competitions—the USATF Distance Classic and Sound Running Track Fest—into... Read more
8 Tip To Beat Pre-Race Nerves This Track Season
The weekend brings an extra wave of excitement for track and field athletes who are competing this spring. Track meets are a way for athletes to showcase their speed and skills, celebrating all the hard work put in at practice in hopes of making the podium. While the anticipation... Read more
How to Close a Relay Strong As The Anchor Leg
The relay is a unique event that requires individual speed from each of the four runners while still relying on team members to perform successfully. Each runner has a crucial role, but the anchor leg has the responsibility of finishing the race strong. Being the last athlete to race, the anchor... Read more