Working up a good sweat on a long run is one of the best parts of being a runner for me. Ending up with chafed thighs because of that sweat may be one of the worst. I’ve tried various remedies, but it got me wondering, “Do running tights stop chafing?” The right pair of running …
Joshua Bartlett
Running stinks! There’s no doubt that the positive impacts of becoming a runner include increased cardio-vascular fitness and toned muscles. The negatives, however… laundry, laundry, and more laundry. What’s especially brutal about runners’ laundry is the putrid smells it can produce! If you find yourself wondering, “Why do my running shorts smell so bad?” You’ve …
A runner’s worst nightmare is a smelly pair of shoes! The smell lingers and then your feet stink too. But why do running shoes start to stink so quickly? How can runners deep clean their shoes to get them smelling fresh again? Your running shoes probably smell bad from bacterial growth and organic acids that …
When you go out for a run, it’s helpful to take at least your identification and a key but there’s a big problem: where do you put them? Why don’t running shorts have pockets? Running shorts don’t usually have pockets in order to ensure speed, ease of movement, safety, lack of interference, and removal of …
For anyone who has finished a race before, more times than not, you’ll notice there’s ice-cold beer waiting at the finish line. It’s a treat for runners to enjoy a nice beer at the end of a race, but is it wise to indulge? Can runners drink alcohol? Runners can drink alcohol so long as …
Have you purchased a new pair of expensive running shoes that seem to be just a little too tight? Perhaps you might be wondering, “Will my running shoes stretch out or loosen up over time?” Running shoes will begin to loosen up and form to the runner’s foot over time. However, if you purchase shoes …
Tracking the mileage of your running shoes can help you become a more informed consumer in the future, while also aiding in the proper care of your shoes. Sure, you could keep it on a post-it note or mentally keep track of your miles, but you’re probably already using an app to track your runs …
Ultra-marathoners are like regular runners – just much more intense. If your body can handle running 100 miles at a time, there’s no doubt that you expect your gear to be just as tough. So what does Courtney Dauwalter wear for running? Courtney Dauwalter primarily wears Salomon products due to her partnership with the brand. …
Once you’ve gotten into running, what was once one of the least expensive hobbies can really start adding up – high-quality running clothes for every kind of weather, fancy GPS watches, and heart rate monitors. While most of these aren’t necessary, even for advanced runners, there’s one additional purchase that might be worth the investment. …
Joe Rogan started out as a comedian and support sitcom actor, but really started to gain popularity when he became the host of the personal challenge reality competition show Fear Factor. Now he’s the host of the Joe Rogan Experience, one of the most popular podcasts ever. He’s more known for talking about mixed martial …