The original Brooks Catamount was one of the first trail shoes I tested that used a nitrogen-infused midsole foam. It was a light and responsive shoe that felt like a road shoe with extra grip as a result, and one of the best trail-running shoes available. That was in 2020. Since then many brands have
Whether you prefer roads or trails, 5Ks or ultras, there are some races that simply have a special mystique surrounding them. Andy Jones-Wilkins is a font of knowledge about one of these unique events: the Western States Endurance Run. The Western States Endurance Run (WSER) is an iconic fixture in the world of ultrarunning. As
You’ve been working out a ton and are convinced this is going to be the week that the number on the scale is finally where you want it to be. And then… nope. Womp womp. Put away that sad trombone — with a few simple changes to your normal Workout routine, you can finally start
The Nike Pegasus 39 was the first shoe I checked in the Nike US summer sale, because with the Nike Pegasus 40 coming out recently the older version was ripe for discounts, and Nike has not disappointed. Several versions of the Pegasus 39 are reduced by various amounts before you even take into account the
Whether you’re pressed for space or can’t find weights at the gym, this abs and arms bodyweight Workout does the job and then some. Created by trainer and instructor Kirsten Johnson, these moves sculpt long, lean muscles. “This Workout is designed as a compound bodyweight Workout,” says Johnson. “Each move incorporates multiple muscle groups and therefore aims to create long,
Body language is a powerful communicator. Your posture, the way you hold your body, exudes confidence. It can show others if you are listening to them or even express if you’re feeling shy, tired, and so much more. And, as it turns out, it can also affect your health. The ties between posture and health
My Dad started me on my fitness journey. At the age of four I was racing him from the end of the road to our front door. Not long after that he was challenging me to press-ups, wall sits and 5K runs. At school I joined all of the teams I could, and my infatuation
Putting on 2kg when you’re 1.8m tall is NBD — you might not even notice it. But to lose weight when you’re short? It can feel like a 🚨🚨🚨 situation. But here’s where things get really, really frustrating: Losing those same 2kg is also way harder when you’re short. “Short women have slower metabolisms,” explains Dr
Running and racing offer us so many lessons that can be applied outside of our athletic endeavors. Approaching running and life one day at a time and taking the long view is the ultimate path to success. Life hacks may be all the rage, but success in running is best achieved with patience and a
Everything you remember, from the meaningful to the mundane, shapes how you see the world…and yourself. In many ways, your memories make you who you are. But let’s set the philosophical aside for a moment and talk practical. Throughout your day, it’s your memory that lets you perform simple tasks like finding your keys or
When I tested the Polar Ignite 3, I concluded it was very close to being one of the best sports watches. It looked great, with a slim design and bright AMOLED screen, and was packed with Polar’s best features for sports, activity and sleep tracking. Unfortunately, a few performance problems kept cropping up and undermining
Wanna work out but no idea what to do? We’re here to the rescue! Get in on this full-body weighted Workout by trainer Bazini Ngcongo. This full-body weighted Workout requires just the dumbbells you have sitting in your living room, waiting to be used. Or, you could hit the gym and do it there. It
The more time you spend strength training, the harder it can be to find a session that tests your body. Luckily, this dumbbell workout is designed to provide a greater challenge for those who have been lifting for longer—although it’s suitable for any gym-goer. The workout has been put together by Nick Mitchell, founder of
Smartwatches are possibly essential to any healthy woman’s life. They track your steps (gotta hit that 10K a day), measure your sleep and feed you detailed info about your Workouts. The science backs up smartwatches, too. They’re viable tools that can give healthcare providers robust data about a person’s health. And with tracking abilities that
It’s easy to fall into the same routine with your running, week after week and year after year. But when performance stagnates and you’re looking for a breakthrough, it’s essential to step outside your comfort zone and mix things up a bit! Once runners discover a favorite racing distance, they may continue to return to
There are a few agreed-upon pleasures in life: Food is definitely one of them, coffee’s a close second, followed by photos of Ryan Gosling doing literally anything. Intermittent fasting—while, yeah, can help with weight loss—takes away one of those pleasures for hours on end (if you’re doing the 16:8 diet, for example, you go 16 hours
When it comes to running leggings, I’m incredibly fussy. Comfort, fit, pockets and of course style all need to come into play to make a great pair of leggings. This fussiness means that when I find a pair that work for me, I’ll rarely give them up for anything else. So when I had the
International water activist Mina Guli recently did a whopping 200 marathons in one year around the globe to raise awareness of the global water crisis we’re facing. 200 marathons? Now that’s a woman with intel, we say. Naturally, we turned to her right before the formidable Comrades Marathon to get her tips on how to
If you’re a beginner to working out and are not sure where to start, this quick all-over body burner is for you. Pressed for time? Try this. Got excuses? This is the Workout! If you’re sensing a theme here, it’s one that Johannesburg-based personal trainer Sherneal Joseph wants you to pick out. No excuses –
Developing shoulder strength is important if you’re regularly completing upper-body workouts in the gym. The shoulder has the widest range of motion of any joint in your body, which means it’s prone to injuries, so spending time performing exercises for shoulder mobility and shoulder-strengthening workouts will help you avoid seeing a physio and keep you
The TS-ACTV Performance gear is engineered with one goal in mind: To make sure you’re getting the most out of your training. Upgrade your training sessions with the new TS-ACTV8 range of next-level Workout and Running gear. Each piece taps into cutting-edge innovations to get you moving (and stay moving). Dri-Lite™: Revolutionising Moisture Management in
“Activate and engage your glutes” is common advice for runners. Understanding how to do this, however, takes some practice. Learn how to activate these muscles along with common mistakes to avoid. As the largest muscle in the body, the gluteus maximus often gets the most attention. But all three of the glute muscles contribute to
Image 1 of 4 Adidas Boston 12 running shoe (Image credit: Adidas) Adidas Adizero Adios 8 running shoe (Image credit: Adidas) Adidas Boston 12 midsole detail (Image credit: Adidas) Adidas Adizero Adios 8 midsole detail (Image credit: Adidas) It was not so long ago that the Adidas Adizero Adios and Boston shoes were among the
Weight loss. Just two words that carry so much, from the many, many (seriously, so many) diets to the multitude of mind-hacking that comes with it. A lot of work needs to go into it to try and shift kilos. But how to even begin to lose weight, if you’re not sure where to even start? As
ASICS unveils a groundbreaking global campaign emphasizing the transformative power of exercise in empowering women to navigate everyday stresses. This momentous campaign coincides with the launch of ASICS’ revolutionary NAGINO™ Collection, spotlighting the profound impact that movement can have on our mental well-being. The campaign was developed in response to ASICS 2022 State of Mind
Many of us are sitting more than ever, so our glutes—the muscles in the butt—can be forgiven for giving up and switching off. But active, strong glutes make running and walking easier, as well as helping maintain good posture. Wake your glutes up with this killer workout from Cat Kom, founder and head trainer of
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