Most runners hit the inevitable "wall" -- basically running out of energy due to depleted muscles or lack of fuel -- around mile 20, while others go through tough times earlier in the race. To get through a bad patch, sports psychologist and...
A marathon is often considered one of the most difficult athletic events. By covering 26.2 miles, the marathon requires a significant amount of endurance, stamina and strength. In order to complete the entire marathon, you must follow a specific...
A half-marathon race --- 13.1 miles --- can be found in most major cities around the world. Those training to run a half-marathon should follow a specific training program containing a blend of long runs, speed and interval workouts, tempo runs...
Getting back into shape is challenging, especially after long periods of inactivity. The aptly named "Couch to 5K" system was started by Josh Clark to get people up off the couch and back into exercising gently by advancing in small increments....
It may surprise some runners to know that cross training is an essential part of marathon training. Cross training with other sports such as swimming, cycling, tennis or even golf are great ways to enhance your overall athletic performance. You...
It's no easily feat to run 26.2 miles. It takes dedication and training. Physical training is important, but so is nutrition. Whether you run running slow or fast, you can burn several thousand calories during a marathon. It is important to have...
Top U.S. marathoner Dathan Ritzenhein knows what it takes to get his mind and body in top shape for the next big race. Born Dec. 30, 1982, the two-time U.S. Olympian says he's had every kind of injury imaginable. Sprains and tears never keep him...
You've been dedicated to your training and nutrition for the last 12 weeks, and race day has finally arrived. But you may be worried about how to train the day before the half-marathon. Trust that your training has prepared you mentally and...
Half marathons are very popular. They are an ideal step up from 5K and 10K races and provide a real sense of accomplishment for those who finish the distance. The key to finishing a half marathon in good shape is the weeks of preparation before...
If you are thinking about signing up for a long-distance race, there are a number of factors to consider when deciding whether to do a half or a full marathon. Variables such as your time available to train, current fitness level, and motivation...
Preparing to run a half marathon starts weeks in advance of the event. A nutrition plan is as important as a mileage plan. Your body must get the right nutrients to perform during daily runs as well as the big race. Keep junk food to a minimum and...
The marathon runner has very different nutritional needs from the sprinter. Where the sprinter requires powerful muscles and quick bursts of energy, the marathon runner relies on lean muscle and sustained energy to perform her best. Elite marathon...
Whether it's your first marathon or your 31st, everyone wants to perform well on race day. The key to your best performance is rest through a practice called "tapering" -- scaling back mileage and frequency in the last days or weeks of...
The primary objective in training for a half marathon is to prepare your body to run 13.1 miles efficiently without endangering your health. Half-marathon finishers run the gamut from individuals who run the entire time or walk the entire time to...
The dreaded wall; veteran marathoners prepare to avoid it, while novices anxiously await it. What marathoners call, "hitting the wall," is an uncomfortable phenomenon --- to say the least. The legs lock up, the brain says, "give up," and the...
Self-confidence is an intangible quality that can make the difference between success or failure in nearly every area of your life. Although raising your self-confidence in one area--such as your ability to play table tennis--may not raise your...
Walking may not be considered a strenuous physical activity to some people. When the topic turns to marathon walking, the degree of difficulty sharply increases. Marathon walkers have specific dietary needs that ensure they are able to perform at...
Running a marathon requires months of preparation and hours of peak performance on race day. However, even after a runner crosses the finish line, completing 26.2 arduous miles, he must begin an equally important part of the marathon cycle: the...
You just ran 13.1 miles --- what are you going to do next? The answer: recover. The recovery period after a half marathon is just as important as the preparation, and the week following the big race can be extremely important to your overall...
Ambien, generic name zolpidem, is a prescription sleep aid. While the drug poses some risk of dependency and increased depression in the normal population, it is generally safe for short-term use. A pregnant woman, however, must consider both the...
"Of all the races, there is no better stage for heroism than a marathon," famed runner and philosopher George Sheehan once said. If you have set your sights on achieving your personal best and running the perfect marathon, you can improve your...
Track and field events, which include running-related activities (such as sprints, middle-distance events, long-distance events, hurdles and relays), field activities (such as jumps and throws) and activities that combine both track and field...
Finishing a marathon may be the holy grail of the typical runner, but the 5K is by far the most common road race distance. And for obvious reasons: It's the shortest standard event and doesn't require an excessively long time to prepare for it....
During December, you can easily stay healthy and fit leading up to the New Year while in San Diego. In addition to taking part in holiday festivities, you can sign up for a migratory whale-watching excursion; stroll through one of the 30 museums...
Training to finish a marathon in a particular goal time requires a high degree of specificity with your training program. Finishing 26.2 miles in five hours translates to you averaging 11 minutes and 27 seconds per mile over the course of your...
A duathlon is a racing event made up of both long-distance running and bicycling. Total distances of duathlons vary, but most duathlons begin with a pre-determined length of running, followed by a portion of bicycling, finishing with another...
Just as preparation is put into readying the body to run a marathon, pelvic floor exercises prepare a woman's pregnant body to give birth. The pelvic floor muscles work to support your pelvic and abdominal organs, even more so during pregnancy....
To be a faster triathlete, it is not enough to train to be a faster swimmer, biker and runner. A competitive triathlete must budget his energy throughout each race leg to finish faster than his competitors. To achieve this, he must refine his...
Going off the Lemonade Diet, or Master Cleanse, without preparation is like running a marathon after years as a couch potato, according to Tom Woloshyn, author of, "Beyond the Master Cleanse." According to some people, the Lemonade Diet--a detox...
Cross training for a marathon can be a useful workout technique. Watch this video and learn some tips on how to properly do it so you can get the full effect.
