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Some love them, some despise them: minimalistic shoes. Not even researchers can get a clear "yay" or "nay" answer. In this first article of an upcoming two-part series about
running minimalism, let's discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of minimalistic
running shoes.
Written & edited by Pavlína Marek
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When I come back from my teaching job, there's nothing better than disappearing into the woods for a run. Actually, scratch that—there is one better thing. It's disappearing into the woods for a run with my dog. Her unwavering excitement to go
running no matter the weather helps me get out even when I'd rather stay in, and ...
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My first ever (voluntary) run was more or less an accident. I was in the gorgeous redwoods of coastal California. After a busy day full of work and schoolwork, I headed to the woods for some peace and quiet. I didn't know back then that people ran on trails. I didn't know that ultramarathons existed. About halfway through my ...
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Returning to
running after the holiday season can feel like going on a mountain run in flip-flops. The festive period brings joy, celebrations, and often a break from our regular
running routines. This pause is natural—your body and mind need and deserve the rest. After all, even bears hibernate, and like most things in ...
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When I don't feel like getting out there on a cold, windy, rainy night after a full day's work, I always say that the miles won't run themselves. Well, when you're experiencing the runner's high, that's exactly what they do. It's that sweet spot during a run when everything just clicks; your body feels light, pain melts away, ...
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Destination races are a great way to see the world, offering a unique opportunity to combine
running and travel. Sometimes, signing up for a race can even help you finally make those plans and book those flights. If you're still unsure about your 2025 travel plans, here are 12 hand-picked
running destinations eagerly awaiting ...
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Happy (almost) New Year! We hope that you're going to enjoy the celebrations because soon, it’ll be time to start training again. After the Holidays and, hopefully, lots of good-quality rest and recovery, you might be ready to head out of the door once more. January 1 is also the prime time for New Year resolutions; what will ...
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As we head into the second—and definitely colder—half of winter, many runners might be struggling to keep up with their routines. And while a lot of them take the opportunity to enjoy some much-needed deep rest, there are as many of us who want to keep
running and enjoy everything the season has to offer; bad weather and ...
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The holidays are sneaking up on us again, and you know what that means—it's time to start hunting for gifts. I'll be honest with you. Even though I absolutely love getting people gifts when I come upon something that makes me think of them, I find looking for gifts on purpose extremely stressful. Don't you worry though, as a ...
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The marathon is a test of endurance, spirit, and willpower. It covers 26.2 miles (or 42.195 kilometers), which has become the ultimate challenge for long-distance runners. In the world of
running, marathons hold a special place in many runners' and non-runners' hearts.
Basic Marathon Facts
A marathon is a long-distance ...
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