Alaska Governor, Sarah Palin is a passionate runner, she even named her first born son “Track”
Sarah Palin favourite running shoe
She told Wall street journal that she runs 3 miles every other day. In the same interview she mentioned she runs in Nike Air Structure triax.
Her marathon finishing time
She ran the 2005 Humpy’s classic marathon and finished in a respectable time of 3:59:36.
Nike Air Structure Triax
Sarah Palin Running Diet
Wild Alaskan seafood, moose, caribou and fresh fruit and what about her post workout food? “Nothing. I just drink water.” she said
written by Constantine Njeru
\\ tags: celebrity runners, Inspiring Stories, marathon runners, Marathon Running, sarah palin
One cure of a foot injury is to change your running shoes.
I was reading the blog of Bald Runner, a Philippine runner and this is what he said about his experience with the Asics Gel Kinsei 2.
“I bought an ASICS Gel-Kinsei 2 running shoes after looking for some cure to the pain on the rear end of my right foot. After using it for my running workouts the pain on the rear end of my right foot slowly disappeared”
Cure for Painful Feet While Running
I don’t think it was the Asics Gel Kinsei 2 that cured his foot injury. I remember at one time I used to feel pain on my feet while running, the pain disappeared when I started running with new running shoes. Painful feet while running is mostly caused by worn out running shoes. A new running shoe is the best medicine.
Facts About the Asics Gel Kinsei 2 by bald runner
- It is the “heaviest” running shoes of ASICS and it advisable to use this only on your running workouts and not for road races.
- This is the most expensive running shoes of ASICS and with its price, you can buy two (2) pairs of an average-priced ASICS shoes or NIKE
- It is a very noisy shoe, according to bald runner when you step on the road it makes noisy sounds.
written by Constantine Njeru
\\ tags: Asics, foot injury, Nike, Running Injuries, Running shoes, Trainers, Training
I found the following guide on important things to consider when buying running shoes at Asics shoe website.
1. Shop by activity. Sport specific shoes help prevent injuries by
delivering function and support for the intended use. Running and
walking shoes are made for straight-forward activities. Whereas
Netball, Tennis and other court-shoes provide additional support for
lateral motion. If you walk, buy a walking shoe!
2. Understand your foot. Seek advice from a podiatrist or retailer; ask
them to assess your foot type and recommend a shoe to suit. Many people
aren’t aware that ASICS has developed different shoes for the various
foot types – high arch, normal arch, and flat feet.
3. If the shoe fits; wear it. As a general guide leave one finger’s
width (1cm) between your longest toe and the end of the shoe, however
this is open to personal preference. Ensure your heel does not move
excessively. Only you will know if the shoe feels comfortable. If in doubt – get out!
4. Be aware of width and fit options on certain models. If you have a
narrow foot opt for a standard fit in men’s and AA fit for women. For
average width, keep an eye out for shoes in a 2E fit for men and
standard fit for women. And if you have wide feet check out 4E shoes
for men and D fit in women’s. Shoes such as the ASICS GT2110 come in
various widths so ask the retailer about the available options ASICS
provide.
5. Wear the socks and or orthotics you normally wear for the activity.
Never place orthotic devices directly on top of the standard innersole
– unless advised by a qualified medical practitioner.
6. Our feet tend to swell in the afternoon – so be aware of this. Try
and shop for shoes around the same time of day you would normally
participate in your activities.
7. Ask questions. The retailers are educated on shoe technology, so use
their knowledge to find a comfortable shoe. Asking questions on shoe
features and functions will help you make an informed decision.
8. Try on both left and right shoes as one foot is usually slightly bigger than the other.
Within reason, walk or run in the store if possible. Ensure they are comfortable.
9. When to update? Running shoes should generally last for approx
800 – 1,000km.
However this depends on the individual’s technique and activity. You
can usually feel or see the midsole of the shoe compressing after some
time. This is a good indication that the shoe may be starting to lose
its full support and function.
10. Ultimately – the shoe should be flexible, comfortable and breathable.
HAPPY RUNNING
written by Constantine Njeru
\\ tags: Asics, Marathon, Nairobi marathon, Nike, Running Shoe, Training
In Times magazine 50 best inventions of 2008, at number 43 they have Nike shoe, Zoom Victory track spike.
The shoe/spike has paper thin sole that feels like you are running barefoot. The spike weighs in at under 100 grams, which makes it one of the lightest performance shoes on record.
Lighter shoes may cause injury.
Last year I read an article in world Soccer magazine (January 2007 issue) that focused on the rising injuries suffered by soccer players in Spanish soccer league.
There were many theories on why this injuries were happening. Sports medicine expert Ignacio Romo blamed modern boots. “These days boot manufacturers worry about only one thing – making the boot light,” he said. “But in doing so they forget some of the vital qualities needed when it comes to protecting the foot: firmness, support and stability”
Can the Nike Zoom boost performance?
The only way we can know whether this shoe makes a difference in performance is if an average sprinter breaks a world record while wearing Nike Zoom Victory spike.
written by Constantine Njeru
\\ tags: Asics, Marathon, Nairobi marathon, Nike, Running Shoe, spikes, Training
The good guys at runners world have just announced the best running shoes for 2008. When you start reading this kind of news you know the end of the year is near and X-mas is even closer.
This were the results.
- International Editors choice – Asics Gel Kayano 14. If for some reason you don’t love this shoe, understand that this shoe was chosen by the editors themselves. Everyone has right to his opinion!
- International best update – Adidas supernova cushion 7. The best update awards goes to a running shoe that features a significant improvement in fit and feel, materials or technology.
- The best looking running shoe – Adidas Response Cushion 17 as voted by 4,200 runners at Runnersworld website.
written by Constantine Njeru
\\ tags: 10K Running, diet, Exercise, fitness, Marathon, Marathon Running, Marathon Training, New york marathon, Runners, Running, Training
The most important running gear is the running shoe. You get it wrong and you are doomed! Wrong running shoe equals, bad performance and risk of running injury.
For this year’s Nairobi marathon I decided to try out two types of shoes, Nike and Asics. I bought both and tested each on a 15K training run.
The Colour of the Running shoes
The Nike running shoe blue colour looked beautiful, the kind of shoe that turns eyes at the starting line. As for the Asics, the colour is ordinary white, nothing spectacular.
Performance of the Running Shoes
The Nike fitted nicely but when running it didn’t feel as good as the Asics. The Asics might look boring but I felt more comfortable running in it.
I have decided to wear Asics running shoe during 2008 Nairobi marathon.
written by Constantine Njeru
\\ tags: Asics, Marathon, Nairobi marathon, Nike, Running Shoe, Training
Five years ago the USA Track and Field banned Spira Running shoe.
Benefits of Wearing Spira Running Shoe
The controversial shoe has a spring technology that is placed in the soles of the shoe. Spira’s patented WaveSpring technology reduces impact force on a runner’s body, which leads to an efficient recovery and less overall stress – signifying that the WaveSpring technology may be the most significant technical advancement achieved in the footwear industry in recent years. Spira’s shoes – and its WaveSpring technology – violates rule 143.3 (a) of the USA Track and Field which specifically bans springs in shoes for competition.
Do the Spira Shoe Boost Elite Runners Performance
“The shoes were super,” Said Anzhelika Averkova of the Ukraine after winning the 2007 Detroit Marathon.
Although most marathons have ignored the ban, organisers of Boston Marathon have banned it. If I remember correctly one marathon runner at Beijing Olympic Marathon was wearing the banned shoe, I just can’t remember the name of the runner?
Hey – if you’re not aiming for a world record explore the Spira website, watch the video, read the reviews, and decide for yourself whether the technology’s worth taking a flyer on
written by Constantine Njeru
\\ tags: Running shoes, Trainers, Training
Before you buy a running shoe make sure you know the shape of your feet. Many running injuries suffered by runners are caused by wearing the wrong running shoes.
Shoe manufacturers design running shoes to fit different types of feet.
The most common feet shapes are
Feet Shape one
Feet Shape Two
Feet Shape three
Feet Shape Four
To know the shape of your feet step on a piece of paper and then trace round your feet using a pencil.
Next time you go to buy your running shoe remember to tell your running shoe seller the shape of your feet so that he can recommend the right running shoe.
Happy Buying!
written by Constantine Njeru
Steve Jobs is the CEO of Apple Inc, the makers of the Ipod, the music device that many runners cannot live without.
While many business executive wear suits, Jobs usually wears a black long-sleeved mock turtleneck made by St. Croix, Levis 501 blue jeans, and New Balance 992 sneakers.
Steve Jobs has led a dramatic life, a college drop out, he started a business at 20, at 30 he was sacked from the company he founded and in 1996 the prodical son returned back to to the company he founded.
Finding Your Love
In 2002 Steve Jobs spoke at graduation ceremony at Stanford University and reflected on what kept him going during challenging times “I’m convinced that the only thing that kept me going is that I loved what I did. You’ve got to find what you love.” He continued to stress the importance of “finding something you love” and “following your own inner voice.”
When you are doing what you love you will never give up! This applies to relationship, business and running.
written by Constantine Njeru
\\ tags: New Balance, Running Shoe, Sneakers, Trainers
After I wrote a post about the risk and benefit of running with worn out trainers, a reader alerted me to the inspiring story of Abebe Bikila who ran bare footed at 1960 Summer Olympics Marathon. The incredible thing about this barefooted Ethiopian runner was he also won the gold.
According to Bikila’s bio on wikipedia, Adidas, the shoe sponsor at the 1960 Summer Olympics, had few shoes left when Bikila went to try out shoes and he ended up with a pair that didn’t fit comfortably, so he couldn’t use them. A couple of hours before the race the decision was taken by Abebe to run barefoot, the way he’d trained for the race.
At the start of the race the Australian Ron Clarke made a comment to Bikila about running barefoot. I didn’t find what Clarke actually said but I guese he said something like “Mate, are you nuts!”
Bikila won in a then record time of 2:15:16.2, becoming the first African to win an Olympic gold medal. He finished 26 seconds ahead of Rhadi Ben Abdesselam of Morocco.
After the race, when Bikila was asked why he had run barefoot, he replied, “I wanted the world to know that my country, Ethiopia, has always won with determination and heroism.”
Abebe Bikila’s Soles After the Olympic Marathon (1960) picture courtesy of www.runningbarefoot.org
Have an Inspiring Week
written by Constantine Njeru
\\ tags: Ethiopian Runners, Marathon, Olympics, Running Shoe
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