What are BCAAs, and should runners take them?
2024年4月5日 · BCAAs, or branched-chain amino acids, are three essential amino acids–leucine, isoleucine, and valine–that play a crucial role in protein synthesis and muscle growth in the body.
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Should you strength train before or after your run?
2024年1月19日 · Strength training is an essential component of a well-rounded running training program, but for busy runners, it can be tricky to fit it into your program without jeopardizing your running workouts.
Why Apple AirPods 4 are the perfect running headphones
2024年10月11日 · For runners who want to block out the world and zone in to their music, Apple is offering two versions of AirPods 4: the base model (CAD $179) and a premium model (CAD $249).
Curious about race walking? Here’s how to give it a try
2021年7月29日 · Every four years, race walking tends to cause a stir among the general public at the summer Olympic games. Maybe it’s the unusual movement, or the fact that ‘walking’ is in the title of the ...
State of Mind: Running and Mental Health
2021年10月10日 · Cut to June 2020, when Duncan proudly ran his first unofficial (and entirely unplanned) half-marathon – in the middle of the night. Getting up at 3:30 a.m. after a bout of insomnia, he went out ...
The science behind cold weather and running performance
2021年1月14日 · There are two main reasons why colder temperatures can have a negative impact on your running performance: muscle strength and metabolism. Research has shown that a cold environment significantly ...
SHOE REVIEW: Asics Metaspeed Sky+ and Edge+
2022年12月20日 · The Asics Metaspeed Edge + and Sky + are the newest versions of the Metaspeed shoes, released last year. The shoes have had a few tweaks since the earlier iterations, such as a repositioned carbon ...
Struggle with knee pain? Your shoes may be the problem
2022年2月24日 · The takeaways. Running shoes with large, cushy heels and significant heel drops have become the most popular shoe for their performance benefits, but they may increase your risk for knee injuries ...
The do’s and don’ts of post-marathon recovery
2021年10月19日 · Don’ts. Drink too much: Alcohol, that is.Of course, you’re going to want to celebrate your accomplishment, but alcohol can negatively impact your muscles’ recovery process.