Contests for Runners

Coming in first at a road race isn't the only way for runners to win. Check out these sweepstakes with great prizes geared toward running enthusiasts. Win a Running Retreat With...

How Exercise Changes Function Of Heart

For the first time researchers are beginning to understand exactly how various forms of exercise impact the heart.

Aerobic Exercise Helps Boost Brainpower Of Elderly

A Dutch review of studies indicates aerobic exercise may give older adults a boost in brainpower.

Aerobic Exercise Boosts Older Bodies, Minds

Aerobic exercise could give older adults a boost in brainpower.

How to Keep a Training Log

If you're just beginning your training for an upcoming race, or you're maybe trying to lose some weight, it's a great time to start tracking your progress. Here's what you...

Running By Time vs. Distance

I'm one of those people who loves to know how fast and far I'm running. Occasionally, I try to run by time, but I get frustrated not knowing how far...

Physical Education From Competition To Personal Performance

Should the physical education in schools be geared more toward competition or personal performance leading to exercise more, be fit and have a healthy life? This report says the future health of Americans may depend exercising more.

Tips for Your First Road Race

So you've done your training for your first 5K or 10K -- the race distances that are good for first-timers. As your race day approaches, you may have some questions...

Recycle Your Running Shoes for Earth Day

If you're like me, you have a couple pairs of old running shoes in the back of the closet, in the trunk of your car, maybe even under your bed....

Big Weekend in Boston

In an exciting and inspirational race, Deena Kastor overcame an almost insurmountable lead to win the women's Olympic Marathon trials this weekend in Boston. Magdalena Lewy Boulet and Blake Russell...

Women Run for Olympic Spots

More than 100 women are set to compete in the U.S. women's Olympic marathon trials in Boston on Sunday, the day before the 112th Boston Marathon. The undisputed favorite is...

Research Focuses On Treatment, Prevention Of Sports Injuries

As the weather grows warmer, baseball and softball leagues swing into action, soccer and tennis matches start up and cyclists and runners hit the road.

Exercise Can Reduce Risk Of Mild Cognitive Impairment

Regular physical exercise may help protect against mild cognitive impairment, a disorder of the brain that affects nerve cells involved in thinking abilities.

Hit the Running Trails!

Now that milder weather is here, it's a great time to mix up your running routine and hit your local parks for some trail running. Just keep these trail running...

What's a Chip Time?

When you're new to running, it's normal to feel like more seasoned runners are speaking another language when they're using running jargon. I recently got this question from a new...

Top Strength Exercises For Your Best Summer Beach Body

As summer quickly approaches, many of us are scrambling to find a workout regimen that will get us the fastest results so we can look good by Memorial Day.

Choose Your Race!

Although summer is still a couple of months away, you may already have your eye on a couple of summer races you'd like to run. If you're hoping to run...

How To Take Water from Hydration Stops

If you're new to road racing, you may have some apprehension about successfully maneuvering your way through the water stops. But if you know what to expect and how to...

How to Avoid Runner's Trots

It's not unusual for runners to experience gastrointestinal disorders or diarrhea, also known as "runner's trots", during long runs. The cause may be dietary in nature or due to lack...

The Difference Between Gyrotronics, Pilates and Yoga

Gyrotronics, Pilates and Yoga, while similar, are exercise and fitness systems that focus on using the human body properly, and efficiently getting rid of bad habits (which everyone develops over time).

Running While Traveling

Do you have a Spring Break trip in your plans? Or are you headed out of town for a business trip? Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, you...

Mind Over Matter

My sister-in-law Kelly is training for her first half-marathon in June. She was telling me recently that during her long runs she sometimes feels strong enough physically to keep running,...

Should I Run the Day Before a Race?

The days leading up to a road race, especially if it's your first, can be anxiety-ridden. You may be wondering, "Should I run the day before or just rest?" ...