by Michael | Sep 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
If you’re looking for a running shoe that’s designed for daily mileage, recovery runs, and even walking, I’ve really enjoyed testing the Topo Atmos. As a max cushion shoe, it’s built to be comfortable, stable, and versatile—perfect for runners who want one reliable...
by Michael | Sep 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
In endurance sports, runners constantly search for marginal gains—the small, evidence-backed advantages that can make race day feel smoother, faster, and more efficient. While sports drinks, gels, and electrolyte strategies dominate the conversation, one natural food...
by Michael | Sep 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
BERLIN, GERMANY — September 21, 2025 Featured Image Credit of Sabastian Sawe/Rosemary Wanjiru/Marcel Hug/Manuela Schär: © SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier and Jean-Mark WiesnerThe 2025 BMW Berlin Marathon delivered a spectacular day of dominance across all elite divisions, as...
by Michael | Sep 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
If you’ve ever wanted a running shoe that feels like a sandal, I had the same thought—and the Teva Aventrail might be the most compelling version of that. I’ve been testing this hybrid trail running sandal for both walking and running, and the combination of airiness...
by Michael | Sep 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — August 31, 2025 Featured Image Credit of Sifan Hassan and all Winners Group Shot: © Destination NSWThe 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon, in its debut year as an Abbott World Marathon Major, delivered headline-making performances in both standard and...
by Michael | Aug 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
Why Runners Can’t Always Rely on Hunger Cues to Fuel ProperlyAs runners, we’re often told to “listen to our bodies.” While that advice is helpful in many ways, when it comes to fueling, it’s not always reliable. Hunger cues are an important signal, but they can be...
by Michael | Jul 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
I recently had the chance to try the KIPRUN Cushion 500, a shoe from a brand I hadn’t reviewed before. KIPRUN is a French brand that’s starting to make waves in the U.S., and this model claims to be a “Swiss Army knife” of running shoes—a versatile daily trainer...
by Michael | Jul 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
Intra-Run Fueling: Why You Need 30-90g of Carbs Per HourFueling during long runs isn’t just about preventing bonking—it’s about optimizing performance, maintaining energy, and recovering faster. The key? Taking in 30-90g of carbohydrates per hour from easily...
by Michael | Jun 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
If you’re looking for a daily trainer that makes long runs feel easier and more fluid, the ASICS GlideRide Max might be exactly what you need. I’ve been testing this shoe for recovery runs, easy mileage, and even casual walks, and it delivers a surprisingly cushioned...
by Michael | Jun 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
Post-Run Fueling: Why It Matters & How to Eat If You’re Not HungryYou just finished a tough run, and the last thing you want to do is eat. And we’ve all heard the old adage, “Listen to your body,” so it probably seems wise to skip the post-run fuel.But...
