Running is a viral activity today, and the weather is essential when the runner must take the pertinent measures to start practicing sports. In many aspects, the specialists affirm that the day running time is indistinct. However, other climatic elements must also be...
Many of our readers live in hot climates such as the Caribbean or have to deal with high temperatures during the summer season, and they tell us about the difficulties this brings when training. Therefore, I share with you five recommendations for running in hot...
In daily life, fluid intake should replace fluid losses and thus establish a balance. On average, this loss ranges between 2.7 liters in men and 3.7 liters in women in 24 hours; 20-30% of this is covered by food and 70-80% by water or liquids. This is why we should...
With this article, I would like to answer one of the most frequently asked questions among runners: What should I eat before going out for a run? What should I eat before training? Below, I present menus where I suggest what to eat depending on whether your training...
If you train to improve your cardiorespiratory endurance, why don't we pay special attention to the respiratory muscles? Despite the scientific evidence on the effectiveness of specific training of the respiratory muscles to improve sports performance, few athletes...
Here are some of the most important questions new runners have. 1.- How should I breathe when running? It would help if you breathe freely through your nose and mouth. You are expected to be very aware of how to breathe when you start, but you will see that over time,...
Fartlek, also known as speed training, was created in Sweden in the 1930s by Gosta Hölmer. It aims to change pace at different intervals to improve performance and add variety to the routine. How to perform a Fartlek?Three Fartlek workouts Here, we recommend three...
Target audience: People who have already completed a 5K run and want to improve their times at this distance. Duration: 12 weeks. Goal: Improve your 5K time. Notes on the plan: Time refers to the time you want to complete. Set a realistic goal, such as improving your...
The Half Marathon is a friendly distance; for those who have run 5k or 10k races, the 21k is the next step up. Experienced runners know it doesn't require as much commitment as marathon preparation, and recovery is much quicker. If you follow this 12-week program,...
Each runner sets very different goals for this distance. Some aim to complete the 15K, while others aim to achieve a specific time. In most cases, the individual's genetic conditioning, the current state of health, and, of course, the physical training they have...
Are you looking for healthy organic supplements to help you improve your athletic performance? More and more athletes, sportsmen and women, both professional and amateur, are turning to dietary formulas to get the most out of their workouts. These natural products...
Considerations for training for a 5K race As always, the first thing is to be sure you are in good health to do a sport of this nature. If all goes well, start with this eight-week plan to build a foundation. In our countries, 5-kilometer races are not abundant, but...
