They have a long tradition and are popular all over the world: New Year’s Eve runs. Amongst them are classics like the one in São Paulo or Madrid, the spectacular race in New York or the run with a biblical atmosphere in Egypt. They all are a fun and active way of saying goodbye to the old year.

It’s a special world of fun and thrills that can also help maintain your fitness during the snowy winter months. Plus, it’s the perfect sport for all the family. Skiing and snowboarding are not without their risks, but they can be minimized by sensible planning.

In many locales, back-to-school season brings a welcome sight - that of rowing teams gliding gracefully along the water in the early morning and late afternoon.

Congratulations, marathoner! You’ll return to full physical and mental strength quickest with a few wise choices. Learn about the all-important recovery steps you can take from the moment you cross the finish line and how to beat the Post-Marathon Blues. Hint: It includes cheesecake!

All the hard training is behind you. Now it’s time to relax, treat yourself to a massage and try to rein in your nervousness. Light training, proper nutrition, the correct choice of race day gear, and good sleep patterns will play a big role in how well you perform on race day.

In running, as in life, it’s good to have options. For many runners, one of the best options is to have a treadmill. Training to the steady hum and rhythmic impact of footsteps on the belt can be very satisfying, particularly when the weather is not cooperating. So put on your shorts, and suntan lotion if it gets you in the mood, and let’s look at some ways to make your treadmill training as effective and fun as possible.

With its beauty and peace, winter is an ideal time to get started on building endurance and muscular strength for the upcoming season. Cross-country skiing is not only one of my favorite outdoor activities, but has been the secret to many champions starting the season strong, mentally fresh and without the muscular soreness that typically accompanies increased running.

Fellow runners often ask: How should I look while running? Is there an ideal running technique? Should I change my running style?

Soccer’s World Cup reaches its climax with the final in Germany on Sunday. The tournament has shown that every team needs a high degree of fitness to achieve any level of success in the competition.

Soccer is a classic team sport, which is exciting, tactical and fast. Players run about 6-8 miles, mostly in bursts of speed, which requires endurance while needing to keep their coordination, skillfulness and speed. They had better be in shape!

Want to move up in distance but aren’t quite ready to tackle the marathon yet? Maybe you would just like to challenge yourself with a distance that’s fun, gives great satisfaction and short enough to recover quickly from. With the right schedule, you could be ready in less than 3 months to be your best. The information provided in this article are suited for beginning and experienced runners alike.

Taking that magic first step out the door is the most important one you can take. Making running part of your life is an efficient and beautiful way to stay fit. Getting started is the hard part, getting better is the fun part - of the journey to become a runner. Join us in the adventure.

Up to now, perhaps your only interest in marathons has been as a spectator. Or maybe you thought about running a marathon, but figured such an achievement was outside your grasp.