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How to choose the right first layer for running?

Your base layer is one of the key pieces of gear to choose carefully. It's the layer that comes into direct contact with your skin and must ensure good breathability and prevent chafing. So, which...

What hydration and nutrition are needed during long outings?

Long runs are a bit like a rite of passage, a stepping stone from casual runner to more experienced runner, preparing you for longer distances, from a half-marathon to a marathon or beyond, whethe...

How to resume or start running in 4 weeks?

For those who want to start running or who want to get back into it after a break, following a long injury or for other reasons, here are some tips first and then three 4-week plans to start, resu...

How to avoid common running injuries?

Why are running injuries so common? Running injuries too often prevent runners from practicing their favorite sport. Yet, the majority of common running injuries can be avoided with good training ...

How to properly equip yourself for running in the cold?

When temperatures drop and the cold sets in, running outdoors requires precautions and appropriate equipment. Here are some tips for heading out with the right gear and avoiding the risks associat...

5 tips to stay motivated to run in the fall

Temperatures are dropping, the days are getting shorter… and so is motivation? No wonder. When daylight is scarce and wind or rain joins the party, it becomes harder to lace up your running or tra...

Target paces for the 10K, half marathon, and marathon

Pace per kilometer is the key benchmark for measuring your progress in running, particularly over the three key distances: the 10K, the half-marathon, and the marathon. So, depending on your level...

4 Key Warm-Ups Before Running

Warming up before a race is a small ritual to adopt to properly prepare your body and limit the risk of injury, such as a small tear, for example. The definition of warming up is understood as a f...

Why are interval training sessions important for progress?

In running, interval training sessions are the sessions we dread a little, because they are demanding, because they sting. However, they are essential for progress, whatever your starting level. T...

How to improve your running skills through fundamental endurance?

Basic endurance is the foundation, the base on which all progress in running must be built. Running most of the time in training at a pace corresponding to your basic endurance is the assurance of...