Gym anxiety is a real thing. Many people experience it. It is that feeling of self-consciousness, unease, dread and even fear over working out at a gym. It can be very intimidating as a newbie to go workout with all READ MORE
Category: Being Active
7 Tips to Help Busy Parents Schedule Exercise
Exercising every day can be difficult to get in. The World Health Organization tells us that we need a minimum of 150 minutes of exercise per week for health. Even more exercise per week can ward off some diseases, such READ MORE
5 Common Foot Problems for Runners
Running is great exercise, but it is sometimes hard on our feet. Our feet are the part of our bodies that contact the ground first. This can apply forces of an average 7 times our body weight focally on each READ MORE
Runner’s Guide to Muscle Recovery – PART TWO
Muscle and body soreness are two questions that trainers are asked frequently. If you are just starting a run program or trying to improve your distance, pace and finishing time, you are going to have sore muscles. Pushing ourselves and READ MORE
Runner’s Guide to Muscle Recovery – PART ONE
Muscle and body soreness are questions that trainers face on a regular basis. Those just starting a run program and runners trying to improve their distance, pace and finishing times are going to have sore muscles. Pushing ourselves and moving READ MORE
Hiking – The Essential Beginner’s Guide
Hiking is a fantastic activity for physical and mental health. Most people can go for a walk in nature. But there are some things to consider before heading out into the forest. My husband and I were hiking on the READ MORE
What You Need to Know About Running Socks
Running socks are the second most important run gear you own, running shoes being the first. But there are a multitude of types , materials and brands to chose from. How do you choose the best socks for you? Let’s READ MORE
7 Things You Can Do Right Now To Run Faster
Do you want to run faster? Do you have a time goal for your next race? Here are 7 things you can do to run faster: 1. Run More Yes, it can be that simple. To run faster, you need READ MORE
Tamoxifen and Running: A Little-Known Side Effect
Have you experienced any side-effects while taking tamoxifen? Did it take you a while to figure out that it was tamoxifen causing your symptoms? Have you experienced this with any other medications? Did you feel inferior, insecure and incapable when READ MORE
7 Fun Run Slang Words You Can Use To Impress Your Friends
If you have started running, you may have heard a few funny terms floating around. Are you wondering what they mean? Here are 7 of the most common run slang words. Fartleks This is one of my favorite words to READ MORE
How to Exercise Without Knowing You are Exercising
If you hate exercise, like so many people do, then this article is for you. Everywhere we look, we are told that exercise is good for our health. National health guidelines state that we need to get a minimum of READ MORE
Running in Snow
Updated November 20, 2019 Running in snow is not easy. It can be a good workout. However, you have to be careful to avoid injury. Taking a few extra precautions can lead to a fun experience and a challenging run. READ MORE
Essential Guide to Running with Your Dog
Article written by veterinarian, Dr. Tricia Alderson. Running with a dog is great fun. Not only is running great for your health, but it is also great for your dog’s health. However there are a few things to consider before READ MORE
7 Ways to Make Running Fun
When you first start running, it can be exciting as it is all new. But as you train over weeks, months and even years, it can sometimes get a little boring. If you are feeling like your runs are becoming READ MORE
Beginner’s Guide to The Treadmill
Most people don’t enjoy working out on a treadmill, nicknaming it the “dreadmill”. Most prefer to run or walk outdoors or run on a track. However, the treadmill can be a valuable piece of equipment when stuck indoors, such as READ MORE
Mindful Meditation During Running
While it is fun to run in groups, running alone can be the perfect opportunity to practice mindful meditation. We can’t always run with friends. However, a solo run can be a great way to relieve the stress of a READ MORE
Running Can Reduce Pain in Cancer Survivors
Science shows us that running can reduce pain. This is good news for cancer survivors, as cancer treatments can increase pain. Cancer treatments can cause pain My type of breast cancer grows in the presence of female hormones, estrogen and READ MORE
How to Start Running – A Guide for Beginners
Do you want to start running? It is one of the best forms of cardio exercise. There are tremendous health benefits for runners. But where do you start? If you are going from couch to running, then this quick guide READ MORE
Walking Back to Health and Fitness
Updated June 25, 2019 Walking can be a great way to get fit and, even, regain your health after an illness. There are many benefits from this low impact form of exercise. And most people are able to walk, so READ MORE
How to Find Your Motivation to Exercise
Are you struggling to find motivation to run or exercise? You are not alone. Let’s look at how we can find our motivation to run and workout. Let’s unleash your inner athlete. Updated June 24, 2020 This post contains affiliate READ MORE
Running Helps Brain Function in Cancer Survivors
Most cancer survivors will list “chemo brain” as one of their experiences with cancer treatments. This is the phrase used for a group of cognitive symptoms, including mental fogginess, trouble concentrating, memory loss, confusion, difficulty learning, and slower mental processes. READ MORE