Adventures In Running

IT'S NOT HOW FAST YOU ARE, IT'S HOW FAST YOU LOOK!

Archive for March, 2012

Don’t Be “Shocked” By Running Gimmicks

There are changes in technology every day that help runners perform better and decrease their risk of injury.  Camelbak’s help us hydrate, Garmin’s help us train and shoe technology has progressed by leaps and bounds since I wore my old Etonics in high school.  But there are also many companies who are trying to capitalize on this [...]

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You’re Not Welcome Here!

Suppose I told you I found and awesome 5k/10 race nearby?  You’d be interested right?  Now suppose I told you that it is a very scenic course with a great party at the finish?  You’re all ready to sign up right?  NOW suppose I told you that ONLY men are allowed entry into this race? [...]

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“Free Running” Foolishness

I am not the type of person to hold my tongue when I have something to say, so let’s get right to the issue.  While watching TV, parkour (also known as “free running”) was brought to my attention yet again.  It is described as: “Rational and efficient movement in both the natural and urban environments [...]

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