Tag: half marathon

A runner just completed a fast 1/2 marathon wearing Crocs for running shoes according to Runners World Magazine.

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A runner just completed a fast 1/2 marathon wearing Crocs for running shoes according to Runners World Magazine. The next running shoe you are going to buy is not likely to be this brand of shoe, but somebody just ran a fast half marathon wearing only but Crocs. I have always recommended crocs due to their low cost and supportive footbed. The original Crocs were used for gardening and their design was worn by many.   The company has grown way past the original design which this runner had used to place 12th this past May. Benjamin Pachev crossed the line Read More »

Training for your first marathon? Here is a good reason to complete a half marathon first as part of your training.

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Training for your first marathon?  Here is a good reason to complete a half marathon first as part of your training. This is the season of marathons, as the NY Marathon is a few days away and other marathons have been scheduled at this time of the year because of the cooler weather. Running a marathon is a challenge for most, and for some, it can be a life changing experience.   Are you sure you can complete the race? Have you tried to do a half marathon first?  If not, according to the NY Times, you should, since running long Read More »