Race day is the culmination of weeks, months, and sometimes years of preparation. For many runners, the day brings a mix of nervous energy and excitement—an electric feeling that buzzes in your chest as you pin on your bib and lace up your shoes. In the early morning darkness, surrounded by fellow athletes, all the…
The quest for Kenyan men to finally reclaim the elusive men’s 10,000m gold intensifies as the nation readies itself to host the 2029 World Championships in Nairobi. With the eyes of the world focused on Kenyan soil, the opportunity has never been greater—or more symbolic—for the country to assert its dominance in long-distance running. If there is one critical change the national coaches must urgently consider to secure victory
Running evolves over a lifetime—sometimes it’s a hobby, sometimes a passion, sometimes a career. At 16 or 60, after 40 or 100, you can start running, get back into it, or keep at it for decades.
As a runner, coach, and sports journalist, I have witnessed first-hand the powerful impact that high altitude training environments can have on elite performance
Running, especially long distance, is one of the most challenging sports in the world. It needs Determined Runners. Besides taking many years of training, it also needs maximum perseverance, dedication, discipline and daily hard work on the part of the athlete in order for them to finally get to shine.
Perhaps that is what defines and separates the Kenyan athletes from the rest. Once they decide to pursue a goal – running for this case – nothing will stop them until they achieve it.
Would you prefer an online coach, ChatGPT, or a running app to prepare for your upcoming marathon? Or do you find a combination of both works best for you?
Here are powerful, actionable steps to help you find the right online running coach. Someone who will genuinely support your aspirations and guide you to success
Running isn’t just about gritting your teeth and pushing through. With the right mindset and a few simple strategies, running can become one of the most joyful, rewarding parts of your week.
Training for a marathon isn’t just about logging miles—it’s a wild, challenging, and sometimes comical adventure, where different marathon workouts lend their own special magic
Key Reasons Why Runners Listen to Music before Running and the combined power of music and running
Endurance running places unique nutritional demands on runners. For the best nutrition strategies, it is worth noting that every runner is different, so it is essential for each individual to discover which foods best support their training and racing. However, there are key areas of nutrition that all endurance runners should focus on: With experience,…
Physiotherapy plays a vital role in supporting athletes, especially runners, in maintaining peak performance and preventing injuries. To shed light on this important profession, the following interview features Gesia Birgen, a qualified physiotherapist and graduate of Nakuru KMTC, who shares her insights into injury prevention, recovery, and the unique challenges women face in the field….
