Small enough to use as a daily sports watch, yet advanced enough to measure and track your vital athletic statistics, the Soleus GPS 1.0 will shatter any expectations you may have for a GPS watch that costs less than $100.
Highly capable and loaded with core-running features, the Soleus GPS 1.0 ensures that cost will no longer stand between you and a valuable training tool.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow once said, “In character, in manner, in style, in all things, the supreme excellence is simplicity.”
In the past, many trail running shoe designs have incorporated the “more is better” philosophy of design – if some cushioning and support is good, then more must be better for the life on the trail. At times the result has been stiff and chunky trail runners that seem better suited for long hikes meandering fire trails rather than running across trails carved by Mother Nature.
Marking Patagonia’s entry into the minimalist-shoe market, the Fore Runner stays true to the company’s steadfast approach to design – simple yet utilitarian accented with enigmatic color schemes that are in harmony with nature instead of adverse to it. The Men’s (and women’s) Fore Runner, new for 2012, continues this tradition of simplicity of design, while also marking the company’s entry into the minimalist-shoe market.
“The human foot is a masterpiece of engineering and a work of art.” – Leonardo da Vinci
The human foot is incredibly complex in its structures and function, yet in and of itself it is truly a masterpiece of engineering, a miraculous design. A network of strategically placed tendons, muscles, bones and nerves work together in harmony providing the body with support, balance, and mobility. Despite this masterful craftsmanship, we are all guilty of owning shoes that put our foot (and body) in an unnatural position. Those types of shoes treat our feet like a caged animal, inhibiting their natural movement and agility.
It’s time to set your feet free. Time for the Adam™ from Altra Footwear.
Reminiscent of a sleek, low to the ground, high-performance Formula 1 Race Car, the Form from SKORA Running is a minimalist, low profile zero drop shoe that uses a combination of innovative materials and state of the art engineering to provide a fast, form-fitting and responsive ride.
Through the use of natural materials an innovative engineering, SKORA is intent on making shoes that mirror and celebrate the body’s natural biomechanics. The Form, SKORA’s top of the line shoe, is engineered to work with your foot’s natural movements providing a barefoot-like running experience.
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Based in “England’s last Wilderness”, the North Pennines, inov-8 is a British company passionate about the specialist off-road running products they make. Part of the “Off Trail” line, the inov-8® X-Talon™190 is a light weight minimalist trail shoe offering elite-performance in light, fast and comfortable package.
Whether you’re lacing up for your next solo scamper through the backcountry, or your race over the summit, the X-Talon 190’s breathable mesh upper, minimalist design and sticky rubber outsole ensure that you’ll soar over the trail.
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The three components of your exercise routine – pre-workout, active session, and post-workout – have a dramatic impact on your overall fitness gains and sports performance. Treat your body properly and you will train more effectively, with less pain and in the end, hopefully see greater results.
As prescription drugs become more prevalent and complex, and the costs of health care continue to skyrocket, athletes are giving greater consideration to treatments such as herbal and homeopathic remedies that provide a gentle alternative to treat the body, aid the recovery process and perform at a higher level. Hyland’s is one company working hard to provide natural, homeopathic products to help you train more naturally and with less pain. Continue Reading
“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” – Leonardo da Vinci
The essence of today’s minimalist running shoes is “less is more.” By designing running shoes that remove all of the non-essential features found in traditional running shoes – heel counters, stability control, extra cushioning, and weight – runners will be able to rediscover their natural running from, enabling better, more efficient performance while reducing the risk of injury.
For runners seeking to rediscover their natural running form, SKORA has introduced the Form. A low-profile, zero drop runner designed with an anatomical last, the Form offers a barefoot-like feel without wearing those funny finger-like foot gloves. Wait, what? You have never heard of SKORA Running before? Allow us to make the introductions, because if the quality and performance of this shoe is any indication – you’ll want to get to know them up close and personal.
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Valentine’s day. A holiday that celebrates love and passion. The week of cupid having arrived, we felt it appropriate to begin our latest review with a short poem of new found devotion.
An Ode to Sockwell….
Life without you was fine, was okay.
It was spent aimlessly, roughing it through each new training day.
Now that you’re here, comfort and relief I foresee,
Each blissful moment filled with sweet recovery.
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Trails come in different shapes and sizes; that is the great beauty of trail running – every trail presents its own unique sets of obstacles and challenges.
Conquering these trails requires the right kind of shoe. As diverging philosophies – traditional cushioned versus minimalist – drive shoe design, selecting the shoe that fits your particular needs can be challenging. How much cushioning do I need? What type of tread will provide the best traction under most conditions? Which platform – traditional or minimal – fits best?
Fret no more. The ProGrid™ Peregine trail runner from Saucony® may have made your search for the optimal trail shoe a little easier. By successfully integrating the cushioning and protection of traditional shoes with the benefits of a lower profile, more minimalist design the ProGrid Peregrine will have you taking the long loop on your next trail run.
Running socks are nearly as integral to a runner’s performance as a decent pair of running shoes. Choosing the wrong pair of socks could lead to an uncomfortable run, with hot feet leading to a difficult experience and detracting from the enjoyment of your run.
Although some runners prefer thin minimalist socks for a “lighter” feel, others prefer a slightly thicker sock for additional cushioning. If you fall into that second camp, then the Sedona micro (men’s version is the Taos Micro) from Goodhew has a touch more cushioning for longer runs while offering the breathability and comfort to to urge you on that extra mile.