"Western States is unlike any race I have ever run before" -Cory Reese Cory Reese, Ultramarathoner and author of books Nowhere Near First, and Into The Furnace: How a 135 mile run across Death Valley set my soul on fire has recently put a new accomplishment on his...

Currently as I write this, it is 108 degrees outside at 3 p.m. (yuck). Now if you are someone like me who lives in a place that gets incredibly hot you may often times find it difficult to get your training in, for obvious reasons of course. For those who don't live...

So imagine this, race day is approaching and you've been training hard and so far you feel great about your condition coming into the race. Then you hear a buddy mention that it is now time for the "carbo-loading" phase and because you have stuck to your diet like...

As race season has gotten started we have focused heavily on making sure you have all the tips and information you need to get started if you are new to the world of running, or to provide knowledge to add to your already existing arsenal. We have covered hydration,...

It is proven that the power of the mind is immeasurable. Many top athletes ranging from a wide variety of sports utilize the practice of pre-race visualization and the creation of mantras as a main point in their training program. So the question is why? Below I have...

It's that time of the year, the days get longer and the weather gets warmer. Springtime is in full effect and with that brings about a very special time, race season! This is the time where many runners new and seasoned will be eager to chase their goals and compete...

Why do you run? Inside each and every one of us there is something that keeps us yearning for progress in our lives. Each of us has a story that has brought us to this place, the present. For someone like Amanda Basham, her goal is to let her story be an inspiration...

What drives you? What is it that sets your soul on fire each and every day? I began asking myself this lately. During my short time working and growing this blog I have met and spoke with so many people who do great things in the running world and it made me think,...

In the world of racing efficiency is everything, the most efficient gear, the best shoes, a plan for how things need to go. Right? But efficiency can only take you as far as your body allows you to go. We've recently discussed the many benefits of proper hydration and...

"Strengthen your willpower in one area and it will spill over into other areas of your life" - Bryce Thatcher   Every day you are faced with choices, going on that run instead of watching television, choosing not to eat that extra piece of cake after dinner, or...