Start Running
Start running. Today. It couldn’t be more simple. A pair of running shoes, shorts and a t shirt and you’re off. Some cold weather...
6 Reasons to Run
I could add a 7th: You meet the nicest people through running. And even though we drive our spouses crazy when we obsess about our running...
Nutrition for Endomorphs
Most of us screw up our nutrition. As active runners we have different and specific nutrition needs. That gets compounded by body type. ...
The Right Running Shoe Fit
How do you get the right fit for your running shoes? You’re going to spend a lot of time basically destroying your running shoes. A good...
Carbs: Good or Bad
Carbs. Good or bad. One year Carbs are bad…eliminate or significantly reduce them from your diet. The next year, add them to your diet to...
Exercise to Watch TV
Do you exercise to watch TV? We know runners who run to eat cupcakes! Yes, you know who you are! Lots of reason to exercise. Health benefits...
Coconut Oil – Good or Bad
Coconut Oil. Good or bad? I love coconuts. All of us at Reggae Marathon love coconuts…we give them out at the conclusion of the races. ...
Insect Protein – The latest in Nutrition
Insect Protein. Would you eat protein made from insects? One company in Germany is doing just that. Using a blend of insects and plant based...
Pre-run fuel up
I call it my pre-run fuel up. The food I eat before I go running. This is a major topic of discussion. A couple of the issues: What should we...
3 Months to Go
Sunday, December 2 is the date for Reggae Marathon 2018. That means we have 3 months to go. A week-long vacation in Negril combined with a nice...
Get stronger to improve your running
One of the best ways to improve your running is to incorporate strength training into your weekly routine. Longer runs, incorporating speed...
Is the Paleo Diet another fad?
Is the Paleo Diet another fad? The basic premise is that we should eat foods that the cave men ate…after all, it was it was right for them...