Human trafficking, or modern-day slavery, is real. It happens here in Charlotte. North Carolina is consistently among the top 10 states for trafficking in the United States. Human trafficking is the second-largest criminal industry in the world. Most can’t imagine the horror of a 12-year-old being sold, yet there
OS1st® DS6 Decompression Sleeve Runners indeed “run for a reason”. Despite their desire and commitment to run, or maybe because of it, many runners will suffer injury from the demands of their sport. Plantar Fasciitis is common and recurring with a high incident rate among runners. OS1st products were
By Brian Diaz As the New Year wanes and spring starts creeping in with hints of warmer weather ahead, many of us hit the outdoors for the beautiful period when it’s not too hot to get out and do what we love to do. For some of us, that
By Kristen Sieber The purpose of cross training into a running program or training schedule is to enhance the strength, the endurance, and overall well being of your fitness and health. But, use caution when incorporating cross training so it does not inhibit your ability to improve your running.
Wendell & Myra John I initially had no interest in running, training, sweating, crying, cramping, or enduring the pain involved with training for— or even completing— an endurance event. Sure I would dabble in running with a short jog on the treadmill at the gym or grimace while watching
By Joe Nuss I have always been a fan of cushioned running shoes, even throughout the minimalist era. I love the plush feel of New Balance’s fresh foam line of shoes— a bit more cushioning than traditional cushioned shoes but, not over-the-top Hoka-inspired cushioning— and have run mostly in
By Dana MacCorquodale When you think about swimming, what is the first thing that pops into your head? For most people, images of a pool with crystal blue water come to mind. However, if they’ve grown up swimming on a competitive team, it’s often the smell of chlorine, lane
The Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger on April 1, 2017, is a celebration of an active community and brings residents and visitors alike together for a 6.2-mile block party on Richmond’s famed Monument Avenue. It is one of RVA’s favorite traditions! With youth pricing (and the Virginia529
Sports Backers announces a new half marathon, the Uncorked Half at New Kent Winery on Saturday, May 6, 2017. This marks the first time Sports Backers has partnered with a winery for an event, and registration is open. "We are very excited to announce the Uncorked Half and to
In 2013, when I was 43, I set a PR in the half iron triathlon distance by nearly 15 minutes. Less than a year later I set PR’s in the 5K and half marathon distance. Having consistently participated in triathlons and running events for nearly 10 years at that
