Is it Safe to Run Outside Amid COVID-19?

Is it Safe to Run Outside Amid COVID-19?

Does running increase or decrease my immunity to COVID-19?We’ve had quite a few COVID-19 related questions about running outdoors and the effect on our immune systems. In this email, we will review a few studies from certified health professionals on this topic...
17 Mar 2020 – Time to Train!

17 Mar 2020 – Time to Train!

Hey Balanced Running – During this time of uncertainty we should focus on the things we can control. Our daily training is something we can control. Our physical activity will help us cope with current circumstances by building our bodies and minds. If you want...
Lower Your Risk of Running Injuries

Lower Your Risk of Running Injuries

If you’ve ever been injured (and many of you can relate), it may take anywhere from 6 to 8 weeks to recover from your injury (generally speaking). Did you know that running with poor form (bio-mechanics) or lack of proper training can increase your...
Cross Training for Runners

Cross Training for Runners

When cold weather strikes, (you may have experienced on your training days), it can damper your training regimen. Many of you may elect to go hit the slopes. Cross Training (XT) is great for that, just ask Balanced Running athlete, Caroline Dunn, 2019 Team USA Gold...
Running in the Rain & Snow

Running in the Rain & Snow

If you’re like many runners, the cold won’t stop you, you’ll even “weather” pouring down rain and push through your run while feeling that your shoes are two 5 pound water balloons weighing you down (obviously, always keeping safety...