Pre-Race Checklist...
After registering for a race, these are the few things I look at to prepare myself for it.  You should make this a checklist: Pre-Race Day Mark your race date on your calendar. Write down the time and location of your race. Some races do not allow same day race kit pickup, so find the race kit pickup...
Cause of shin splints when running...
When you first start out running, you will most likely endure the most common pain that every runner experiences at least once in their running career.   What are the causes of shin splints and how to treat it? Shin splints are usually associated with sports that involves a lot of running.  It’s...
Headaches after running...
I have severe headaches after running, is there something I’m doing wrong? I usually get headaches if I’m not wearing a hat and it’s really windy outside.   So now I always wear a hat so protect my head and my eyes.   You could also be getting headaches because you’re not...
Running in the heat...
Summer is here and runners need to be careful when running outside.  If not properly prepared it can lead to some severe heat strokes or dehydration.  So follow these tips for more enjoyable runs. Run early in the morning or late at night.  Run when the sun is not at it’s highest point.  The...
Running cramps or side stitches...
If you get side stitches, it’s usually caused by a cramp in your diaphragm, gas in the intestines, or food in the stomach.   Try these following steps to get rid of them. Eat at least 30 minutes before your run. Do a 5 minute stretch before you run. Run slower.  Take deep breaths through your...
Music to run faster...
10 power running songs Basshunter – Dota Black Eyed Peas – Boom Boom Pow Nine Inch Nails – The Hand That Feeds Kayne West – Stronger MGMT – Kids Silversun Pickups – Panic Switch Get over It – OK Go Final Countdown – Europe Nine Inch Nails – Head...