A review and comparison of UltrAspire’s Lumen 600 4.0, Lumen 850 Duo and Lumen 800 Solstice waist lights. This article goes on to explore why waist lights are becoming increasingly in vogue in place of a traditional headlamp. One of the brands lighting up the way here is UltrAspire, offering a wide variety of lights … Read more
First Impressions: From Skeptic to Believer I’ve had my fair share of hydration vests that left me frustrated—chafed skin, bruised ribs, or simply falling apart after a few runs. So, when I heard glowing reviews about the Salomon Adv Skin 12 Set hydration vest, I was hesitant. Could it really live up to the hype? … Read more
Looking for your an easy way to carry water, gear and fueling? Check out the Naked Running Band, reviewed by Coach Keith Laverty. Gear Category: Hydration (Vests/Belts/Bottles) Name of Gear: Naked Running Band Typical Price: $55 Where to Buy: runningwarehouse.com or directly from nakedsportsinnovations.com Best Use: I love to opt for the Naked Running Band over … Read more
As a runner, having the right pair of shoes can make all the difference in your performance and overall comfort. However, many runners underestimate the importance of building a proper running shoe rotation. Why Rotate Running Shoes? Rotating running shoes offers numerous benefits. First, it reduces the wear and tear on each pair, extending their … Read more
The Missing Link in Trail Running by Team RunRun Coach Connor Phillips Hot spots and blisters. Strains and sprains. Maceration and trench foot. Dislocations, fractures, and impalements. Dehydration, hyponatremia, and rhabdomyolysis. Hypothermia and heat illness. Should runners take Advil (ibuprofen) or Tylenol (acetaminophen)? How well equipped or trained might you be to manage these problems in … Read more
Welcome back to the Team RunRun Community’s ongoing footwear series! Coach Miles Bennett-Smith is here once again to dive into a topic that has been buzzing in the running world: SuperShoes. In this latest training tips article, we will explore the question that many runners have been asking: Should I get Super Shoes? SuperShoes have … Read more
In this training tips article, Team RunRun Coach Miles Bennett-Smith continues his series diving into the wonderful world of running shoes, this time sharing his picks for the best daily running shoes on the market made specifically for your daily training needs. Choosing the right pair of running shoes is a critical decision for any … Read more
Welcome to the Team RunRun Community, where we strive to empower and support runners of all levels in their pursuit of excellence. I’m Coach Miles Bennett-Smith, and in this training tips article, I am thrilled to kick off a series dedicated to one of the most crucial aspects of preparing to pound the pavement: footwear. … Read more
with Coach Dandelion Dilluvio-Scott In the spring of 2022, I was preparing to move from the Puget Sound Region of Washington State to the foothills of the Wind River Range in Wyoming in early fall. I was, of course, caught up in important moving preparation activities like panicking that all our stuff wouldn’t fit into … Read more
Product: MountainAir Complete System Automatically Controlled Altitude Tent Typical Price: $4,820.00 Where to buy: https://mountainaircardio.com/ Best Use: Altitude acclimatization via normobaric hypoxia exposure. In simpler terms, this tent system can be a good altitude acclimatization alternative for an athlete who does not have the luxury of arriving to a high elevation race with enough time … Read more
In addition to coaching I work as a floor manager at a family-owned run specialty shop. We put the shoes on and take them off for customers and tie them as well. I can tell you that when a customer insists on tying their own shoe I usually have to sit on my hands, and … Read more
Looking for your next running vest to carry water, gear and fueling? Check out the UltrAspire Bronco Race Vest, reviewed by Coach Hunter Burdette! Typical Price: $130 Where to buy: runningwharehouse.com Best Use: This is a great vest for racing. This vest eliminates a few key problems that I have had with other race vests. … Read more
What types of clothes should one look for as a runner? Can a runner just grab anything from the closet and head out for a run? Ideally, yes. Wearing clothes that are comfortable is the best place to start while running. As one starts to run more, they may find that those everyday sweats are … Read more
I love apps. I’m constantly searching to find the completely perfect software that will help me plan, organize, or track any aspect of my life and therefore make me a more organized person with minimal effort on my end. Running has me at my pickiest when it comes to selecting apps. I’ve tried them all … Read more
A common question among newer runners is whether they need to buy specialty running socks. When you’re already dropping hundreds of dollars on other gear like shoes, rollers, and hydration belts, you may think just any pair of socks will do. Not true! And this article seeks to show just how important it is to … Read more
Coach Dandelion reviews the Scat Belt GRIZ – Bear Spray Belt, as she typically runs in both Black Bear and Grizzly Bear country, and previously worked as an Interpretative Park Ranger in Yellowstone National Park. Going running in bear country? Check out Dandelion’s post about running safely in bear country first! Typical Price: $44.95 Where … Read more
Spring has sprung in the northern hemisphere, the days are growing longer, and strings of bright sunny days are on the horizon! There are numerous reasons that running hard in the sun can lead to heat related struggles, but what about light related struggles? Sure you look cool ripping laps around the track in aviator … Read more
There is never a time that running shoes are not a hot topic, afterall, there are basically a gazillion different shoes that seem to be updating and evolving almost daily! Most of these shoes can be categorized as a “stability” shoe or a “neutral” shoe, which can be important when trying to determine which running … Read more
It is often said that the only piece of equipment that you need for running is a good pair of running shoes. There are approximately 14,732,451 different brands and models of running shoes (okay, really it’s only a few thousand options), most of which fall into the category of being a “stability” shoe or a … Read more
Everyone enjoys a good popsicle (strawberry is my personal favorite), but not when the popsicles are your fingers during a cold winter run! Gloves vs mittens? Which one keeps your hands warmer, which should you choose? In this article, Team RunRun explores why your fingers get so cold when running and the solutions for keeping … Read more
