Top 10 Non-running Quotes for Runners »

I have always been an avid collector of inspirational quotations. Through my journey, I have found many great running quotes (that’s another article) that describe the many challenges runners face and their dedication to the sport. I have also found many non-running quotes that apply very well to running. Here are my favorite 10 non-running [...]

Less is More »

Choose your battles wisely.
It’s timeless advice that applies to nearly every aspect of life. Whether it’s within the context of a romantic relationship, a dysfunctional work environment, or a childrearing strategy, the idea of emphasizing certain objectives and letting lesser concerns slide tends to optimize your long-term satisfaction in any situation.
This philosophy applies to running [...]

Chicks Rule Part II! »

The year was 1896, the place was Athens, Greece, and the event was the first modern Olympic Games. Something was missing from this momentous occasion—female athletes. Women were not allowed to compete. In the 1900 Olympic games, things changed slightly, and female athletes were only allowed to compete in “ladylike” events such as tennis [...]

Poll: Tracking the Love (Part I) »

Last December I received my very first (and only) Garmin GPS. It changed the way I ran. Before and after each run I lovingly stroke it against my cheek. I would sell my soul in the blink of an eye to always have mine by my side. That is how much I love my Garmin. [...]

Starting Over »

What Happened?
Six months ago I ran a fabulous 30K and was seriously on top of my running game. I had just come off a hard winter training session and was looking forward to breaking my 5K PR this summer. Then I got a new job. And moved. To another state.
And gained 15 pounds.
My running ground [...]

Fall »

So, it appears that another fall is upon us.
Fall, if I may be blunt, ROCKS. Straight up Kicks Tail and Takes Names, as far as running is concerned. Summer gets all the glory, winter gets all the tough cred, and spring gets all the beauty and joy, but for me, fall is the time to [...]

Weighing In »

We have a running bet—no pun intended—within my running circle. We guess how much weight we’ll gain by the time a big race rolls around. Despite always declaring we’re each going to lose 10 pounds, and this time keep it off, we never do. After reading last week’s Personal Health column by Jane Brody of [...]

Essential Race Day Jargon for the Beginning Runner »

We are all newbies at one time. For those of you who prefer to be more discreet about your newbie status at your first race, it may be helpful to learn a few phrases/terms that you might overhear:

“I placed second in my age-group!” Age group (AG): In addition to placing first, second and third within [...]

Photo of the Week: Paris Marathon »

I’m always amazed at the number of participants who enter races. Some of you may not like crowds, but I do. For me it’s a thrill to be a part of that crowd and I love that all these people are out there running. I guess it’s not surprising that some of my favorite race [...]

Hydration for Rookies and Pregnant Women »

Some people have a wide range of experiences and knowledge about hydration and running. Some people know how to become hydrated and stay hydrated regardless of the length or intensity of their run. Some people are not pregnant.
This article is not for those people. This article is for those of us who find ourselves [...]

Do You Need to be Taught How to Run? (part II) »

(part two in a series)
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In Do You Need to be Taught How to Run Part I, we touched on some of the most common reasons why runners get injured, and concluded that poor running form is often left out of the discussion. That set the stage for Part II: Whether you should work on improving [...]

This Week’s New Running Blog Family Members »

Here are this week’s new RBF members. Stop by and say “hi”!
Running | Only a Half Marathon | booyaa dot org | iPlod | Distorted Veracity | For My Father | The world is different on a run | Run Across NH State Blog | The Transition from a Rocker to a Runner

Is Dr. Fun Poking Fun at Running Blogs? »

Considering he created this comic in 2000, I don’t think so!
I introduced Doctor Fun to you on September 2nd and I like his stuff so much, I thought I’d feature him for a few Saturday’s. Here’s today’s edition. Enjoy!

Via YouTube: Julie Moss Competing in the 1982 Hawaii Ironman Triathlon »

A classic piece of unbelievable determination as demonstrated by Julie Moss. As the announcer in this video said, Ironman hasn’t been the same since.

Digital Runner’s World Magazine Available Now! »

Zinio publishes digital magazines and they do a fantastic job of it. Here’s why:

The quality is excellent—text is sharp and images are exceptionally vivid.

You can zoom in and out on pages.
The required Zinio reader is a free download that works on both Apple and Windows systems. It makes reading magazines fun!
Zinio reader makes the experience [...]

Featured Website: Competitive Runner »

It’s September and, for some of us, snow will soon be falling. Where I live (Calgary, Canada) rumour has it we may even get snow this weekend. I sure hope not. I’m just not ready for it. Are you? Do you know what to wear when it’s not a wonderful, hot sunny day? Well maybe [...]

The New Apple Nano & Shuffle: Perfect for People Who Enjoy Running to Music »

With all the coolness and innovation surrounding Apple products, it’s no wonder they sell so well. For people who like to run with music, it’s been nothing but good news followed by even better news. Specifically, Apple’s Nano has always been a terrific product for runners, but it got even better when Apple and Nike [...]

It’s Not Supposed to Be Easy »

One of the best pieces of advice I ever got came from Olympian Steve Scott. He was talking to a group of us warming up before a long run and asked about our time goals for an upcoming marathon.
“How many of you just want to finish?” he asked.
About 50 hands shot up.
Then he oh-so-diplomatically [...]

Christopher Reeve on Heroes »

“I think a hero is an ordinary individual who finds strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.”
- Christopher Reeve

Why Running Is the Best! »

For over last three years I have had a chronic knee injury which has limited me to running shorter distances (about 10 miles per week). This is quite a quite a decline for me as I was sometimes running more than 40 miles per week when I was training for marathons. Due to my knee [...]

100 Beginner Running Tips »

Welcome to the Complete Running Network 100 Beginner Running Tips where you will find beginner running, racing, training, apparel and shoe selection, motivation and inspiration and runner safety tips.

Planning a Trail Race: Part One »

(Read parts one, two and three of this series.)
You’ve been bit by the “race director bug” but the problem is you don’t know where to begin. We’ll take a look at the process from the eyes of this first time race director (me), and we’re going to start, of course, from the beginning.
Putting together [...]

The Top 5 Tips for Buying Running Shoes »

I often encounter patients who have difficulty in finding the right shoes. Here are some suggestions to help you find the proper pair.
1. Try on shoes later in the day, not in the morning.

As the day progresses our feet enlarge due to gravity pulling fluid from our body to its lowest point, our feet;

People have [...]

Photo of the Week: Moose Mountain Trail Race Finisher »

The last few photos I have featured have been of complete strangers. Well at least to me. Today I would like to feature one of my own photos. Karen, a good friend of mine and a fellow RBF member, ran the Moose Mountain 16km Trail Race on Saturday. This event is sponsored by the Calgary [...]

10 (or 11) Topics Every Runner & Running Blogger Should Know About »

One of the most wonderful aspects of the information age is the ease with which obscure and/or random bits of information can be obtained by any user.
Thanks to high-speed connections and powerful search engines, you can transform yourself from a complete ingénue to a relative expert on any given topic within a matter of seconds. [...]

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