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Thalia Oosthuizen

What Does It Feel Like To Run A Marathon?

February 3, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
What does it feel like to run a marathon?

Did you know that marathon runners are not allowed within 50 yards of a Church building? That’s because, according to the papacy, marathon runners are said to be possessed by … Read more

Is It Harder To Run A Fast Mile or a Slow Marathon?

February 3, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
Is it harder to run a fast mile or a slow marathon?

Are you ready to dive into a heated debate dividing the running community for years? The question is simple yet complex – is it harder to run a fast mile … Read more

Does Running Slow Help You Run Faster?

February 3, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
Does running slow help you run faster?

Are you tired of hitting a speed plateau in your running routine? You may be surprised that the solution could be as simple as slowing down. That’s right; incorporating slow … Read more

20 Best Conqueror Virtual Races: Try These Iconic Running Routes!

February 3, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
Best Conqueror Virtual Races & Challenges

You may have caught wind of the Conqueror races during the lockdown phases of the Covid-19 pandemic. In an otherwise isolating time, Conqueror created a virtual running and walking community. … Read more

What Is The Best Casio Running Watch?

February 2, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
What is the best Casio running watch?

Feeling nostalgic for a Casio running watch? Even the fastest runners can’t possibly hope to keep up with the rate at which technology advances every day. They can, however, spend … Read more

Montane Yukon Arctic Ultra: The World’s Coldest Ultramarathon?

February 2, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
Montane Yukon Arctic Ultra Race Guide

Treacherous, icy, isolated, extreme. Along with the “world’s coldest and toughest ultra,” these words have been used to describe the Montane Yukon Ultra Race over the years. Despite its challenges … Read more

Spartathlon Race Guide: The Historic Ultra from Athens to Sparta

February 2, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
The Spartathlon Ultra Marathon

Are you interested in running the historical Spartathlon ultra marathon? If there’s one thing we know about the ancient Greeks, it’s that they had zero chill. Take the historic Battle … Read more

Is Runkeeper Go Worth It? [Runkeeper Free vs Paid]

February 2, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
Is Runkeeper Go Worth it?

Wondering if Runkeeper Go is worth the upgrade? Or how Runkeeper free vs paid features compare? The ASICS Runkeeper Platform is a social networking and fitness accountability interface. This platform … Read more

Zone 2 Training for Beginners: How to Build Endurance

February 3, 2023February 1, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
Zone 2 training for beginners

If you’ve ever worked with a running coach, you’ve probably heard them talk about Zone 2 training. It’s a popular topic amongst endurance athletes. Opinions vary on whether it’s best … Read more

Tarahumara Runners: 5 Key Traits of The Ultra-Running Tribe

February 1, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
Secrets of the Tarahumara runners

If you’ve read the book “Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen” by Christopher McDougall, you will know a bit about … Read more

How To Run A Sub-2 Hour Half Marathon: A 12 Week Training Guide

January 27, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
How to run a sub-2 hour half marathon

While it is called a HALF-marathon, there is nothing small about this distance – 13.1 miles, 21.1 kilometers. By anyone’s standards, it is a challenge to be respected. Many beginner … Read more

The Fastest Mile Ever Run: A Look Back Through History

February 3, 2023January 27, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
History of the fastest mile ever run

When you talk to someone who has been running for a while, they’ll inevitably be able to tell you all about their different personal best (PB) times for various distances … Read more

13 Best Running Podcasts: Perfect Listening For Your Long Run!

January 26, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
What are the best podcasts for runners?

Looking for the best running podcasts to accompany your next long run? Despite forcing you outside and away from your Xbox, running provides numerous benefits for your physical and mental … Read more

Tunnel Ultra: Is This The World’s Cruellest Ultra Marathon?

January 26, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
Tunnel Ultra race

How do you like the idea of racing 200 miles in pitch black darkness? For most people, the idea of a good time typically involves relaxing with loved ones. We’re … Read more

Does Running Tone Your Stomach?

January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
Does running tone your stomach?

No matter why you start running, you can benefit from this simple exercise in many ways. Running promotes fat loss and tones your muscles. Runners don’t necessarily get six packs … Read more

What Are The Best Running Shoe Brands?

January 25, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
What are the best running shoe brands?

The right running shoes are essential for making sure you stay safe and comfortable as you rack up the miles. The right pair of shoes can offer comfort, reliability and … Read more

How Does Running Change Your Body?

January 26, 2023January 24, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
How does running change your body?

Are you searching for a new way to keep fit and lose weight? Running might be just the activity for you. But is running all it’s cracked up to be? … Read more

What Is The Best Food To Increase Stamina For Runners?

January 24, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
What type of food will increase my stamina for running?

Running on empty. An expression that is so widely used in many different contexts but one that runners, in particular, know so well. It is not an experience you would … Read more

How Many Calories Are Burned From Running 1 Mile?

January 27, 2023January 20, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
How many calories are burned from running 1 mile?

Running is probably one of the activities at the top of many New Year’s resolutions lists. After all the over-indulgence of the holiday period, many vow to take up running … Read more

75-Hard Challenge: Is It Worth Trying? [Pros & Cons]

January 20, 2023January 19, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
75 Hard Challenge

By now, you might be familiar with the 75-Hard challenge – it’s become somewhat of a trend thanks to video sharing platform TikTok. The challenge went viral in late 2022 … Read more

Can You Run A Marathon With No Prior Training?

February 3, 2023January 16, 2023 by Thalia Oosthuizen
Can you run a marathon with no prior training?

26.2 miles, 42.2 kilometers, a marathon is not something most runners would consider on a whim. In fact, whether you’re a professional, elite athlete, or a beginner, this physical feat … Read more

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