A Step Through Time – The Evolution of the Running Shoe
From the earliest leather track spikes to ultra light carbon plated shoes of today, the running shoe has undergone many technological advances over the decades.
Training for an Ultramarathon
Like most challenges, running an ultramarathon requires preparation. Preparation means more than simply running a lot. Adequate preparation should train both body and mind, increasing confidence and competence in your abilities to tackle the...
Running in the Rain
No matter where we live running in the rain is a fact of life. While Western Canada sees its share of the wet stuff, the east also experiences precipitation, although it invariably falls as...
Mind, Body and Soul
Running is incredibly simple. A skill developed soon after walking, it promptly becomes a favourite to chase siblings, the family dog, squirrels, etc. In adulthood our lives get complicated. Running does not. It remains...
Taking Your Training to the Next Level
Has your running hit a plateau? You were making such great progress, but that was a while ago. The fitness gains just don’t seem to be as noticeable lately, and your personal bests are...
2024 RACE SOURCE GUIDE
Check out the new 2024 RACE SOURCE GUIDE
IMPACT MAGAZINE — publisher of the original and largest printed annual RACE SOURCE GUIDE has been the go-to event guide publication for readers across Canada for over...
Running…Simply the Best!
Our fitness regimens , similar to most of our lifestyle behaviours, have all likely modified due to the novel coronavirus. It’s no surprise running has gained a resurgence in popularity amidst the pandemic. Given...
Winter Running in COVID Conditions
Early in 2020, runners were in race-planning mode – determining budgets, training schedules, and which run groups to join.
But then the pandemic hit, and the ability to plan anything disappeared.
Although we’ve adjusted to life...
Winter Is Coming
Mother Nature is not always kind to runners and in many parts of Canada, winter is fast approaching. This means snow and ice will soon cover your favorite running routes, temperatures will dip below...
3 Non-Negotiable Training Tips for Runners
Follow this training advice to stay injury-free and enjoy the exhilaration of running.
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Tripping on Tuolumne County
Tuolumne is the perfect place to stage an adventure into Yosemite National Park. My goal is to experience sunrise in Yosemite Valley and an early start has me standing at the base of the iconic Dawn Wall of El Capitan as the first rays of sun hit the rock.
IMPACT ON LOCATION at the JW Marriott Parq Vancouver
The JW Marriott Parq Vancouver is nothing short of impressive—for its architecture and its location with stunning views. Situated in the re-developed, vibrant community...
The Brooks Glycerin 21
Experience a new level of plush comfort with the Brooks Glycerin 21, featuring the groundbreaking nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 cushioning. This midsole innovation represents...
Meet ICEBUG® – Studded Footwear That Provides Supreme Winter Traction
We outdoor enthusiasts all know how icy winters can get. Over 60% of people admit that winter conditions sometimes deter them from their regular outdoor routine when conditions get rough, but imagine if it didn’t have to?
