Author: Ryan Mitchell
Ryan Mitchell
Running gear expert based in Denver, Colorado. Eight years testing road shoes, trail running footwear and outdoor gear across the US and UK. Ryan covers everything from marathon training to hiking boots.
Most runners assume they need 12 to 16 weeks to prepare for a half marathon. But if you already have a consistent running base, 10 weeks…
Running a marathon in under four hours is one of the most meaningful goals in recreational distance running. It sits at the crossroads of serious commitment…
Breaking 2 hours in a half marathon is one of the most popular goals in recreational running. It sits just far enough out of reach for…
Picking a marathon training plan is one of the most important decisions you will make in the months before race day. Pick one that is too…
Most people underestimate how much time it takes to train for a marathon not because the distance is impossible, but because the body needs more preparation…
Most people know a marathon is a long race. But ask someone the exact distance and you get everything from “about 26 miles” to “something crazy…
Most people who sign up for a marathon feel ready in September and panicked by October. The distance feels manageable on paper. Then the training calendar…
You know the feeling. You spend a morning running errands, an afternoon on your feet at work, and by the end of the day your legs…
You spend a lot of time on your feet. Whether it’s long shifts at work, daily walks around the neighborhood, or hours of standing on hard…
The HOKA Clifton has been one of the most recognizable names in running for over a decade. Not because it invented max cushioning, but because it…