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Tips to Keep Yourself Motivated to Run

It’s a common misconception that runners LIVE to run. Sure, there are some die-hards among us who live and breathe for the runners’ rush, but thousands of other runners need a little help to get moving — especially in these colder months. This post will outline a few easy (and not-so-easy) pointers to make it less painful to get up and out the door.

1. Prioritize Your Run.

Don’t Let Shin Splints Sideline You

As runners, we’ve all encountered the demobilizing pain of shin splints. While the medical condition known as Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS) is most common in newer runners, it can strike more experienced athletes too — especially as they take strides to advance distance or intensity. BMI and bone density also factor into the frequency and intensity of shin splints.

Let’s look at the causes of shin splints and what we can do to treat, or even avoid, being painfully sidelined.

What Are Shin Splints?

Chip Reading and Antennas

Our last article talked about the two different kinds of chips that you might see in RFID.  The question though is how the chip actually gets read by the computer and used for timing.  There are 3 components that are required for RFID chip timing.  One is the computer to make use of the chip read.  The computer is usually a laptop but could be any computer.  It has specialized software that knows how to interprete the chip data and turn it into an actual time that can be used for race timing and scoring.  Then there is a RFID reader which is attached to the com

New Year New You: 5 Foundational Tips

What better way to kick off the new year than by getting a new hobby or brushing up on your current technique? 

There’s a reason why running is one of the most popular sports in the world. Consistent running strengthens muscles, improves heart health, lowers blood pressure, releases happy hormones, and is a great way to get plugged into the community or charity causes. 

12 Perfect Gifts for Runners

The holidays are a joyous, and stressful time. 

There are flights to catch, parties to attend, houses to clean, trees to trim, and gifts to buy. And while admittedly we can’t help you with many of these — we CAN assist you in finding the perfect gift for the runner in your life! Check out our top 12 picks below: 

How Does It All Work?

Have you ever stopped to consider how chip timing actually works?  We get a lot of questions from runners and race directors alike regarding the technology and how it works.  For most, it just seems to work and they never really give it much though.  As a timer though, we have to spend a lot of time thinking about the technology and how to best deploy it.  The interesting thing is that many timers are in the same position as you.  They know how to set it up and capture times, but they don't really understand the technology behind it.  If you were to ask the

Preparing for Cold Weather Running - 6 Ways to Suffer Less

There’s no doubt about it, winter is on its way here - but that doesn’t have to mean the end or even slowing of your outdoor training! Check out these cold-weather tips to stay comfortable and competitive all year long. 

5 Reasons to Love Fall Running

Fall is a fan-favorite season for many reasons. Cold fronts bring stunning foliage changes, sweaters leave storage, harvest festivals multiply weekly, and an almost permanent scent of pumpkin spice hangs in the air. 

But cool nights and limited-edition lattes aren’t the only great thing about fall — it’s also the undisputed best season for running, and we have the fast facts to back it up! 

1. Fantastic Foliage: 

Ready, Set, Snack: 6 Easy Homemade Energy Bars

Not many things are better than snacks. 

Unexpected pocket cash, cute cat videos, and a good run all come close, but arguably none can triumph over treats. So preheat your oven, strap on an apron, and check out our favorite healthy and simple 5-star energy bars to restock your pantry!

 

1. No-Bake Oatmeal Peanut Butter Bars