Energy Drinks: The Good and the Bad
You don’t have to be a runner to be a target of “energy drink” marketing. Truck drivers, office workers, and others who get tired, ... (Read more)
RUN WILD RUN STRONG
Too Far, Too Soon?
One of the most admirable qualities of a distance runner is ambition. Beginners often start thinking about running their first 10k within months of ... (Read more)
Running and Age: Too Young? Too Old?
In my 54 years of competitive running (so far), I have encountered quite a few misconceptions about running and age. Here are the ... (Read more)
Running in Heat: 3 Myths about Hydration
When I started running over half a century ago, one of the rules most athletic coaches accepted (believe it or not!) was that if ... (Read more)
Strong and Flexible Feet: What Sheehan Didn’t Know
If you run on trails, one of the most important skills you need to have is knowing how not to sprain an ankle or ... (Read more)
Why Do our Feet Have All Those Bones?
In my 54 years of running long-distance races, my feet and I have had a lot of adventures together. Sometimes, looking back, I feel ... (Read more)
Introducing Ed Ayres, 54 years a runner and still going strong!
I've been running competitively for over 54 consecutive years, and still love it! My knees, back, and ... (Read more)
