Welcome to the Running Geek
link to Why Beginners REALLY Need “Running” Shoes and How to Find the Best One!
There are very few things needed to begin running, but you really must have a real pair of running shoes. As a middle-age newbie, I was already aware of issues with my feet and thus was very...
link to Getting Fit in Middle-Age: Is Running Right for You?
Running is a great exercise for people of all ages, but you may be wondering if running is the right fit for your new exercise routine. After carefully considered the benefits and risks before...
link to Beginner Runner: How Long Will It Take To Get In Shape?
If you are thinking of starting to run or just started, you may be wondering how long it will take to get in shape. I wondered the same thing when I first started, but I didn’t have to wonder...
link to How Much Should I Be Running As A Beginner?
Many wonder how much one should be running as a beginner since many runners run every day. I wondered the same thing as a middle-age beginner with a healthy fear of injury. I followed one key...
link to Top 9 Tips for Running Recovery: Recover Faster and With Less Pain
As a middle-aged runner, I’m always looking for ways to recover faster with less pain and soreness. Through research and experimentation, I discovered some top tips which you may find helpful as...
link to Is Cooling Down Really Necessary After a Run?
Runners are notorious for not stretching after a run. I’ve been guilty of the same thing as I’d rather have an extra 5-10 minutes to my run then spend an extra five minutes stretching after...