Many scholars have argued that music is essential to the human experience. To support this claim, over the last 20+ years, it has appeared virtually wherever a fitness-related activity has occurred. But music isn’t just fun to listen to…its presence provides athletic performance benefits.
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Ultramarathons Not as Crazy as You’d Think
Yes, ultramarathons – races of greater length than a standard 26.2-mile marathon – can get a bit crazy. Some go upwards of 100 miles and 24 hours. But you’d be surprised just how doable something that hard can actually be.
Read More »Jon Sutherland Can’t Stop Running
Ten broken bones, annoyed girlfriends and a busy work schedule could never convince the 62-year-old writer and coach to snap his running streak. If he keeps running every day, he’ll set the record on May 26, 2014. Find out what makes him tick.
Read More »A Boston Marathoner’s Life of Running
65-year-old Win Englebert is on the verge of completing his 80th marathon at this year’s 116th Boston Marathon, and he doesn’t have much interest in slowing down.
Read More »Longtime Friends Make Running History
Two Southern California friends have managed to run at least one mile every day since the late 1960s. Recently, one of their streaks ended, but little else has changed. Their bond remains strong, as does their passion for fitness.
Read More »From Child’s Play to Endurance Sport
The premise is simple. Set out on a course and run the required distance on different terrains. So how did cross country, a sport that is so simplistic, gain such traction to become an international sport?
Read More »Q & A With Running Legend Bill Rodgers
Later this year, four-time Boston Marathon winner Bill Rodgers will be inducted into the New York Road Runners Hall of Fame. ATLX spoke with Bill Rodgers about his passion for running and how he has seen the sport change over the years.
Read More »10 Ways Running Improves Life
Looking for a solid workout that’s easy to do and benefits your mind body and spirit? It’s here. Available everyday and you can do it right now! Are you ready? Here’s what you’ll need: Do you have legs? You’re set! It’s called running, and here are ten reasons why it is a great workout any time of day.
Read More »5 Reasons We Love Endurance Runners
Ultra-runners do what most athletes either can’t do or won’t do. They spend hours every day training for competitions where very few people come to watch. It’s an introspective sport, for sure. Besides the fact that they run hundreds of miles, here are the top five reasons we love endurance runners.
Read More »Marathon Pacing a Win-Win for All Runners
Dave Coligado has run nearly 40 marathons in his life … for other people. He’s a pacer, and in running to help others reach their goals, he has, along the way, reached many of his own.
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