Posts tagged with 'Running-Tools'

Web Site Review: FitLink.com »

There are many, many fitness related Web sites out there—more than anyone could possibly use or need—and that’s why when I first saw a link to a Web site called FitLink.com, I was not overly excited. However, after visiting the site, logging on, entering some workout information, and learning a little about the site, I [...]

Slow Down, You Move Too Fast »

During my drive for Boston last year, I distinctly remember hammering through nearly every run, thinking to myself, “If I can” t handle a six mile run at x:xx pace, how can I expect to run an entire marathon at that pace?” As race day grew closer, the aches and pains of the effort began [...]

Runner’s Tool Box: Race Conversion Calculator (Predicts Finish Times Based on Other Race Distances) »

Instructions

Enter a distance (a number) you have run recently.
Select kilometers or miles (1 mile = 1600 meters = 1.6 kilometers, etc.).
Enter the time it took you to run that distance.
Enter the distance (a number) you want a prediction for.
Select kilometers or miles for the race you want a prediction for.
Click on calculate.

I have run:

KilometersMiles
In:
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I want [...]

Runner’s Tool Box: Split Calculator + Pace Band Maker »

In the days before GPS and Speed+Distance monitors (not very long ago!), the old-fashioned way of pacing was to use a watch, a pace band and race course mile-markers. Many runners still prefer this tried and true method of pacing—especially those who don’t want to spend money on the latest monitoring gadgets. By selecting your [...]