Editorials

I was first introduced to the Low Rope obstacle of the Standard Obstacle Course (SOC) during Basic Military Training (BMT). Low rope is equivalent to the 'Rope Climb' in Obstacle Course Racing (OCR). In this article, I'm going to share a technique I've used to overcome this obstacle. Either you...

Struggling with the motivation to workout? Need to get stronger? Need to shed a couple of kilos?- Hiring a personal trainer is a great option! You get all the motivation you would need. You are less likely to bail on a workout when someone is there to hold you...

Feeling lightheaded after a workout is a normal phenomenon. A sudden stop after running can cause dizziness because of the sudden drop in blood pressure. #1 Suddenly Stopping When we run, our blood vessels dilate and our heart pumps faster to meet the oxygen demands of running. This is such that...

The riggers of running long distances temporarily lowers your immune system. When you put your body under stress, your body churns out the stress hormone - cortisol. This hormone suppresses the immune functions, hence lowering our immune system. Here are some spices that will help you boost your immune...

There's just so many choices. You don't know where to begin. You don't even know how to begin. It is however worth taking the time to sort out the choices to find the perfect sports bra, because like running shoes, sports bras do matter. It is equally as crucial...

High Cholesterol puts you at risk of many coronary diseases, and could also lead to a fatal heart attack. The standard limit of cholesterol level in our body is at 5.2 mmol/L. Every 1mmol/L above the normal limit is associated with a 35 per cent increase in risk of death by...

The more efficient your run, the more energy you save, and the stronger your run will be. Running more economically means you can run more efficiently with the energy you have – without the need to take a gel for more energy. Here are 5 tips for a stronger...

It hits us once a month - but what happens when in coincides with a big race! I mean it's already tough on us once a month but happening on race day is just disastrous. Take a look at Mary Keitany. During the New York City Marathon, she lost...