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6 hydration tips for runners

6 hydration tips for runners

I’ve been to many hot places for a summer run, from dry Northern Africa Sahara to wet south Asian jungles, American warm states such as Arizona, Utah, California, Florida or the Hawaii islands, not to forget some high altitude Europeans alpine terrain. I’ve made big mistakes and I’

Training for my first Ironman-distance Triathlon: Part 1

Training for my first Ironman-distance Triathlon: Part 1

Vasu Primlani is a Delhi-based stand-up female comedian, training for her first Ironman-distance triathlon, this September. In this first post in our new blog series, she explains why she decided to experience one of the world's toughest endurance events. Okay, so this is one of the things that

Want to race the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii this October? Think again.

Want to race the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii this October? Think again.

The WTC’s Ironman World Championship takes place every year in October, in Hawaii. To compete in Hawaii, it is first necessary to qualify by placing in another WTC sanctioned Ironman competition. There are around 20 each year, all over the World. Earning a spot in the Ironman comes at

8 Best Running Shoes For Beginners - Trail, Minimalism & More

8 Best Running Shoes For Beginners - Trail, Minimalism & More

Everyone looking to start running has one important question on their mind - which are the best shoes to buy? It's definitely not easy to decide, which is why The Outdoor Journal's Editorial Director and 8-time Ironman finisher Gael Couturier is tying your laces and giving

Running a self-supported ultra - Kerala's Ultra India Race

Running a self-supported ultra - Kerala's Ultra India Race

An Indian ultra runner understands the rigor of international athletes during a demanding race in Kerala, south India, last January. This race made me realize how passionate one becomes towards running, when every single day is a new day to challenge yourself. You live for the day and the past

How to prepare for your first half marathon

How to prepare for your first half marathon

Training for a semi-long race can be an arduous endeavor. However, unless you have serious injury, anyone can do it. Yes anyone. All you need is a proper preparation. Running is one activity which everyone has practiced at some point or the other in their life, but may be not

Virgin Money London Marathon 2014

Virgin Money London Marathon 2014

The London Eye, Big Ben, Thames are all key tourist attractions in the bustling metropolis. Indian athlete Sunita saw them all but not from the seat of a tour bus but by running the world famous marathon. After running 13 full marathons in as many destinations last year and a