7 Great Hiking Trails To Consider (+ 12 Safety Tips For Successful Hikes)
MCKENZIE RIVER TRAIL We made our first visit to McKenzie Trail this weekend and it did not disappoint. The entire trail is comprised over over 26 miles, but as this was just an afternoon trip, we decided to start at the beginning and hiked a total of 5.2 miles. Those 5+ miles were an overall […]
Continue readingHealth Benefits of Running – A Great Way to Maintain A Perfect Healthy Body
Running or jogging is a great way to maintain that perfect healthy body. Many people choose running as a part of their daily exercise to maintain a healthy way of life. Some people start running or jogging exercises to boost their energy, to lose weight, improve their overall health or compete in running races, whereas […]
Continue reading9 Destination Marathons – A Great Personal Feat With An Amazing Vacation
If you can combine a great personal feat, with an amazing vacation, why not, right? Here we’ve outlined some of the best marathon destinations in the world, and some things to do while you’re there. That is, if you are too tired after running over 26 miles. Reggae Marathon – Jamaica The Reggae Marathon is […]
Continue readingThe 6 Hardest Races on Earth – Some Of The Toughest Events Known To Man
If we’re being honest, we can all admit that a marathon is an incredible personal feat. It is a long, hard fought, 26.2 miles of pain, suffering, triumph and joy, all rolled into one. But for some, your ÒaverageÓ marathon just doesn’t cut it. So for the competitors who just can’t seem to get their […]
Continue readingWhat to Eat on Race Day – 27 Expert Runners Share Their Race-Day Breakfast
(Note: for a better reading experience, read the post on your computer.)If you’re like many runners, you’ve trained for weeks or months, ready for your first race or a PR and you’ve probably made sure to fuel properly in the days leading up to the race.But if you think your fueling has been completed, then […]
Continue reading5 Reasons to Let Go of Perfection
Like many of you out there, the New Year really got me rolling in resolutions and excited for all the possibilities that 2017 holds. I’ve set my sights high, and I’m glad for that. But this is also a very tempting time of year to fall into the trap of wanting everything to be perfect. You […]
Continue readingHow To Breath while Running – Run Longer With Less Effort.
Follow my blog with Bloglovin Follow my blog with Bloglovin You’re one hour into your half marathon, you start picking up speed, envisioning crossing that finish line victoriously, you look down at your Garmin to check your pace and you feel the corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously, exclaiming triumphantly to yourself “I […]
Continue readingA Brief History on Cross Country Running
The sport of cross-country running had its humble beginnings in England in the early 19th century when it was first known as “the paper chase” or the “hare and hounds” game. The game required an initial group of runners to run out first and then drop pieces of paper along the way, literally a paper trail, so they can […]
Continue readingHow To Run Your Best 5K Ever – All In One INFOGRAPHIC
Share this Image On Your Site </p><br /><br /><br /> <p><strong>Please include attribution to Steadyfoot.com with this graphic.</strong></p><br /><br /><br /> <p><a href=’https://www.steadyfoot.com/how-run-5k-infographic/’><img src=’https://www.steadyfoot.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/how_run_5k_infographic.png’ alt=’How To Run Your Best 5k – Infographic’ 540px border=’0′ /></a></p><br /><br /><br /> <p> Table of contents Proper running form So we talk about correct running form. That word can […]
Continue reading10 Trail Running Essentials for Safe Mountain / Backcountry Adventures
Alright. We’re going to start off by talking about the my trail running gear: a dog, some coffee, a wife or significant other that you love, trail running, good food, a fulfilling job, staying fit and healthy, family and friendships, living somewhere that you’d love to be, and going to be balanced between everything. These […]
Continue readingMeatless Days – My Exclusive Collection of Meatless Recipes
Warm Asian Quinoa Salad A couple of months ago I traveled with my family to St George, UT. Many people drive by St George on the way to Zion National Park but don’t stop to shop their cute downtown much less look for vegan food. After shopping in one of the antique shops in downtown […]
Continue readingBest Running Shoes For Flat Feet – 2018 Ultimate Review Guide!
Flat feet are one of the nightmares for people who love running. But the good news is runners with flat feet can still be very successful runners. From now on, you have to pay close attention to your running shoes and training. Below are 16 best running shoes for flat feet reviewed. What kind of […]
Continue readingBest Shoes For Achilles Tendonitis / Tendinopathy
The Achilles tendon is the big tendon in the back of your lower leg attaching the calf muscles to the heel bone. There are two main sides that runners and walkers feel Achilles pain: the insertion where the tendon attaches to the heel bone, and the mid portion which is 1.50″ or 1.90″ up from the […]
Continue readingPronation, Overpronation, Underpronation, Foot Types And Choosing The Right Footwear
Today we’re going to take a detailed look into choosing the perfect shoes for you. There are specific aspects which come with choosing the right footwear such as understanding your pronation, looking at your foot type and understanding what features work best for you. Understanding pronation Pronation is quite simply the motion of your foot […]
Continue readingHow To Train For An Ultra Marathon Race? Things To Consider For A Better And Safer Performance
The following guide is for those who are interested in the sport of running and hope to seek information and help for competing in an ultra-marathon. This guide is made to eductae and inform any serious runner willing to devote a major part of their life to the challenge of completing or attempting an ultra-marathon. […]
Continue readingMarathon 101 | Pronation | Long Distance | Apparel | Training Plan Components
I’m assuming you landed here because you’re either committed to, or are seriously thinking about running a half marathon. Either way, you’ve come to the right place! Perhaps you’re planning to run a marathon in the near future but want to start by running the half marathon. Or maybe you’re just beginning to get into […]
Continue reading45 All-Important Running Tips For Beginning Runners
Running is one of the best exercises to burn calories and stay fit. It is not just a popular sport but is now a great fitness craze, helping millions of people across the globe to keep their weight under control, boost their energy levels and stay fit. Here are some of the best running tips to make […]
Continue readingSteadyfoot Annual Scholarship
In an effort to make things a little easier for students and their families, Steadyfoot are pleased to be offering a yearly $1000 scholarship. The scholarship is available to graduate and undergraduate students. International students are also welcome to apply for the program. Deadline: December 31, 2018 How to apply Participants need to write an […]
Continue readingWhat Is The Proper Foot Strike While Running? – My Take
When it comes to running, one of the biggest problems all athletes face is injuries. One of the most common questions asked is, “what are some ways to prevent them?” Two of the most common preventative methods are stretching before and after runs, and doing exercises to strengthen weak muscles. One of the more recent […]
Continue readingHow To Choose Running Shoes – Questions To Ask Yourself
By Ed. Ramos. When people came to running shoe store I used to work in, the most commonly asked question was “what shoe would you suggest I wear?” How to choose running shoes is definitely hard. The question is loaded because there is so much I don’t know about the person. Here are some questions I […]
Continue reading3 Basic Ways to Determining Your Foot Arch Type to Pick Running Shoes
By Ed. Ramos. When I used to work in a running shoe store people used to come in and ask what shoe would be best for them. The first thing I did is ask them what their arch type was. If they didn’t know what they were (which most didn’t) I would go through 3 basic […]
Continue readingBeing An Adult Athlete – My Interview With John Aris From Stotan Racing
By Ed. Ramos Syracuse, NY is the haven for one of the nations greatest high school girls cross country programs. Fayetteville-Manlius girls have won 7 straight national championships from 2006 to 2012 and in 2013 they finished 2nd. With the success of the program, coaches Bill and John Aris decided to start a racing team […]
Continue readingThe Anatomy Of Running Shoe – For New Runners
By Ed. Ramos The purpose of this page is to bring literacy to every runner so they may understand the different parts of the running shoe. Some of you may be browsing through this blog or in a running store and words are getting thrown at you that you do not quite understand. This page […]
Continue readingHow Quality Footwear Helps Keep Your Plantar Fasciitis At Bay
Let’s face it, waking up every morning with heel pain is no fun. Dreading the first few steps out of bed every morning and walking like some Scifi creature is for the birds. Chances are, if you find yourself reading this page then you are experiencing this, or have experienced it in the past. An increasing […]
Continue readingWhat Is Plantar Fasciitis And How You Can Treat It Without Surgery!
Plantar Fasciitis (pronounced – Plan-ter Fash-ee-eye-tus) is an injury caused as the result of repetitive stress placed on the bottom of the foot. This causes inflammation of the thick tissue on the bottom of your foot called the Plantar Fascia. The plantar fascia is a long, thin ligament that lies directly beneath the skin on […]
Continue readingLondon Marathon … Hopefully the First Race of Many
By Hannah Thorpe It was the London Marathon that started off my obsession with running, so it feels appropriate to write a little post about it… The stats: Distance: 26.2 miles (more like 27 miles for those of us that don’t follow the shortest course line…) No. of non-elite runners = 30,825 Winning male: Wilson Kipsang […]
Continue readingWhy you Should Run to Work…
By Hannah Thorpe Last ‘National Running Day’ – I think I missed the boat on that one! It was clearly a big week for running because Thursday was also the first official #run2workday in London. If you were not one of the many people who ran to work for the first time on Thursday then read on […]
Continue readingBe Grateful, Run for the Little Things
By Sandy Adams [su_quote]I run because I can. When I get tired, I remember those who can’t run. What they would give to have this simple gift I take for granted. And I run harder for them. I know they would do the same for me.[/su_quote] A long time ago, someone gave me a gift. […]
Continue readingWhat to Do When Stranded on the Run
By Sandy Adams I went out today to do my last long run before the Akron Half Marathon. Next week is a taper week and then it’s go time. I follow Hal Higdon’s Half Marathon Training Plan, but I use it as a guide. I ran a lot of 5Ks and had some injury issues […]
Continue readingJason Lester – Running on Faith
By Sandy Adams Running on Faith: The Principles Passion and Pursuit of a Winning Life, Jason Lester My best friend found this book one night and said, “Here. Have you read this one yet? I think it’s about marathons or something.” It was $1. It was a book about running. I love running. I love […]
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