The cold weather season is almost upon us and we’re contemplating a season of recovery and even the prospect of cycling indoors over the next few months.
As runners, we at times get caught up in our training programs and don’t really want to lose fitness in the off season.
Grab a friend and get ready to have some fun November 6, 2016!
The route offers beautiful views of Okanagan Lake and the vineyards of Naramata, and a cruise up the Kettle Valley Trail includes a tunnel along the way!
Race solo or as a team of two.
The course
Have you ever experienced that “over-stretched” sensation in your arch while running? Ouch! It’s painful and you’re never sure if you should run through it hoping it will disappear or if it’s better to abandon your run and get it checked out.
In my case, I knew it could be
Cycling is a fantastic form of low-impact exercise. It isn’t supposed to hurt, but that said, it can still cause stress on the body that sometimes leads to frustrating pain.
The 8 most common cycling pains include:
When you’re active in sports strains, sprains and injuries are inevitable, a by-product in fact!
Have you ever just started out on a run and two minutes in you’re stopped in your tracks by a searing pain ripping across your lower back? Well trust me, it can happen in the
The old adage among trail runners that the length of a mile measured in the woods isn’t really a mile at all is even more true when running trail in the fall. There’s nothing more glorious. From the changing colours and scents of the autumn leaves, to the most scenic
Running shoe quality has certainly improved over the years as materials and designs have become more advanced. That said, they are still man-made products with undeniable lifespans.
While there’s no absolute or simple answer about the durability and lifespan of a running shoe, your health is important and running in
Arthritis is a degenerative condition that is painful, frustrating and progressive, but it’s possible to prolong your training and continue running at your current level of fitness.
Read full article for tips on How Runners Can Treat and Prevent Knee Arthritis
The BMO Okanagan Marathon takes place in Kelowna, BC on Saturday, October 8, 2016.
One of Canada’s flattest and fastest courses is why it’s the perfect Boston qualifying course. Runners of all abilities will aim for their PB’s. Register & save up until September 16th!
The Okanagan Marathon is a
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