Practice makes perfect, they say—and who am I to argue with running sages? Besides embracing the joyous agony of a Tempo Run, there is, apparently, no better way to mimic race conditions. So, today marked…
Running is simply the act of placing one foot in front of the other rapidly as you move from one point to another. However, running—especially marathon running—requires much more than basic movement. To perform well…
Below is a press release from the organisers of the EDP Lisbon Half Marathon announcing that Jacob Kiplimo will be one of their elite runners next month. Kiplimo failed to have his world-record run of…
To all my clients, fellow runners and athletic fans worldwide, Happy Valentine’s Day! Below are some ways to win the heart of your running crush this Valentine’s Day Are you falling in love with a…
Training for a marathon is an exciting journey, but it can also be overwhelming, especially for those tackling the distance for the first time. Whether you’re just beginning your marathon training or looking to improve…
If you’ve ever thought about Marathon training in Kenya, let me assure you: it’s not all about running effortlessly up mountains while being chased by a herd of friendly zebras. In reality, it’s more likely…
There are so many ways athletes try to figure out if they’re finally in good form to run well, and honestly, some of them make fortune-telling look scientific. For example, I like to hold my…
My first marathon experience was in 2013 at the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon. I love reliving the moment. Just before the marathon At 7 am, with 10 minutes to go, the 42km wheelchair race began,…
Selecting thoughtful gifts for runners in your life can be both exhilarating and deeply fulfilling. People often hold that the most cherished gifts come straight from the heart, highlighting the significance of personal connections over…
The good news Hey everyone! I’m thrilled to share some exciting news with you all about the 2025 Philadelphia Marathon! As a Kenyan master’s runner who’s over 40, a coach, and a sports journalist, I’ve…
At around the 29K mark, Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo smiled. The gap between him and Kenya’s John Korir was beginning to look significant. The two had been running side by side, some 25 seconds inside Kelvin…
Ethiopia’s Tamirat Tola and Netherlands’ Siffan Hassan set new Olympic records to win the men’s and women’s marathon races at the Paris 2024 Olympics. In closely contested races, Tola triumphed in 2:06:26, while Hassan finished in 2:22:55. Lessons from the events emphasized the importance of speed, utilizing strengths, and the unpredictable nature of marathons.