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Based on the infographic above, it should be sufficiently clear that the Nike Vaporfly’s are the fastest running shoes that have ever been made.  Unlike so many sports companies that over-promise and under-deliver when boasting of a product’s benefits, with the Nike Vaporfly’s, the hype is backed by science. Study after study has found that … Read moreNike Vaporfly Records Broken – Full List

Quick Summary The short answer is No. The Nike Vaporfly Running Shoes are not banned. It is still legal for amateur runners and professional runners to use them, in any competition.  With that being said, there are certain prototype versions of the Nike Vaporfly that have been banned, and World Athletics has updated the regulations … Read moreAre Nike Vaporfly Running Shoes Banned?

V02 Max is one of the purest indicators of cardiovascular performance. V02 max  measures the maximum rate of oxygen consumption during exercise. There are three components to the V02 max measurement, namely: Oxygen Consumption: How much oxygen your body uses during cardiovascular exercise. This is measured in milliliters (mL). Body Weight: Your weight is literally … Read moreV02 Max Chart By Age – Male and Female

The Boston Marathon is one of the most popular marathons in the world. As a result, it can be quite difficult to qualify for the race. The goal of this post is to explain the qualifying criteria for the 2021 Boston Marathon. It is updated every year in order to remain accurate. The guideline image … Read moreBoston Marathon Qualifying Times – Simple Guide

Running is one of the most beneficial activities that a human being can engage in. More importantly, these benefits aren’t limited to improved cardiovascular fitness and weight-loss. They range from lowered risk of Alzheimer’s and Osteoporosis,  to improved cognitive function and a stronger immune system.  In this post, we present the top 10 benefits of … Read moreTop 10 Benefits of Running

So you want to know if a treadmill is worth buying? The answer to this question depends primarily on 3 things.  Do you enjoy running? Will you integrate treadmill sessions into your routine? Are you willing to buy a treadmill that matches your needs as a runner? In this post, I’m simply going to explain … Read moreAre Treadmills Worth It?

So you want to know the average parkrun time, for male and female runners, across the world? You’re in the right place. What is the average Parkrun time? The average Parkrun time is 30:54 minutes. This figure is derived from the official parkrun website, which lists the average time for every different country where Parkrun … Read moreWhat is the average Parkrun Time?

I’m gonna start by stating the obvious. Getting injured SUCKS! There’s nothing worse than getting into a solid training groove, only to have all your hard work dismantled by an injury.  Just so you know you aren’t alone, here’s a quick personal revelation. Over a two year period from October 2016 to November 2018, I experienced no … Read moreThe 3 Best Alternatives To Running When You’re Injured

In simple terms, a Virtual 5K is 5K race that you complete in your own time, wherever you like. However, there is a cut off date, which means you have to complete your 5K run and submit your time before the deadline expires. So how do you actually complete a virtual 5K? Option 1 – For … Read moreWhat Is A Virtual 5K Race?