Walking the Dog

by Blaine Moore | Fitness

In a continuing collaboration with Scott over at Straight to the Bar, we will be writing about alternative exercises throughout the month of June. Cross training can easily be expanded outside of the realms of running, weight lifting, bicycling and swimming. Photo by...

Prosthetics should be banned from international competition

by Blaine Moore | Sports

A couple of days ago, I pointed out that the IAAF is trying to add a rule that specifically prohibits certain prosthetics. I was not really sure how I felt about the rule, but I have since made up my mind. In the comments, Ima disagreed with the rule and had this to...

This Week Last Year: Vermont, Complete Running, and Lance

by Blaine Moore | Last Year

There were basically three topics on my mind this week last year. The Vermont City Marathon, the Complete Running website, and Lance Armstrong. I ran the Vermont City Marathon in Burlington over Memorial Day weekend last year. I had a lot of fun. You can read about...

Should prosthetics be banned from international competition?

by Blaine Moore | News

Should prosthetics be banned from IAAF sanctioned events such as the Olympics? IAAF officials think so. The proposed rule would prohibit “use of any technical device that incorporates springs, wheels or any other element that provides the user with an advantage...

Asafa Powell is back on the track, and still fastest in the world

by Blaine Moore | News, Sports

Photo by Jonas WittAsafa Powell announced at the beginning of the month that he was going to be out for a few weeks due to tendonitis. Just over 3 weeks later, he has run what is currently the fastest 100 meters in the world so far this year. World record holder Asafa...

What are the best shoes for downhill racing?

by Blaine Moore | Equipment, Shoes

What are the best shoes to wear when racing down hill? That was the topic of the evening while on my group run tonight. One of the gentlemen I ran with tonight, Peter Buchanan of Edinburgh, is running the Mount Everest Marathon, which has a net loss of almost 6000...

What is a tempo run?

by Blaine Moore | Fitness, Workout Tips

In a continuing collaboration with Scott over at Straight to the Bar, we will be writing about timeless exercises in different disciplines throughout the month of May. This week I would like to talk about another of important type of workout for any competitive...

Running as a means of transportation

by Blaine Moore | Fitness, Workout Tips

When was the last time that you went running (or cycling or roller blading or skiing) as a way to get somewhere rather than as just a workout or leisure activity? Do you ever commute with your workouts? Or is it all just “wasted effort” that does not...

This Week Last Year: a 7 year old swimmer and Nike+

by Blaine Moore | Last Year

This week last year was a taper week leading up to my Spring Marathon. The biggest news this week last year, though, had to be Braxton Bilbrey’s swim to shore from Alcatraz. I fully expect that we will be hearing his name quite a bit in a decade or so when he...

Running in the heat

by Blaine Moore | Workout Tips

Photo by Studeo GrintaRunning in the heat brings with it plenty of perils that you need to watch out for. Here are a few quick tips to keep yourself safe while still getting your exercise for the day. Avoid running during the worst heat. Early in the morning is best,...