Training for your first marathon is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. There’s a lot of advice out there — from pacing strategies to fuelling plans — but some of the most important lessons only really become clear once you’ve experienced it yourself. Having raced several marathons myself, there are a few key things…
When it comes to running gear, I’ve tried a lot of different options over the years — especially while training for marathons, triathlons, and long endurance events. But there are a few items I keep coming back to again and again. These are the lululemon running pieces I reach for most often. They’re comfortable, reliable,…
Running a marathon is tough from start to finish. But ask almost any runner, and they’ll tell you the same thing: the last 10K is where it really starts to hurt. Legs feel heavier, your pace starts to slip, and even holding form can feel like a challenge. So why is the last 10K of…
If you’re new to running, you’re probably eager to build up your mileage and make it a consistent part of your routine. Run too little, and it can feel like you’re not making progress. But if you run too often, you risk burnout, injury, and constant fatigue. So, how often should beginners run each week?…
You take a day off expecting to feel fresh, recovered, and ready to go — but instead, your legs feel heavy, your pace feels off, and everything just feels harder than it should. So why does running sometimes feel harder after a rest day? It’s a frustrating and slightly confusing feeling, especially when you’ve done…
If you’ve ever been mid-run and noticed your fingers feel tight, puffy, or even a bit swollen, you’re not alone. It’s something a lot of runners experience — especially on longer runs or in warmer weather — and it often leaves people wondering: why do my hands swell when I run? While it can feel…
If you’ve ever gone out for a run and suddenly noticed your eyes watering uncontrollably, you’re not alone. Many runners experience watery eyes during exercise — especially in cold weather, windy conditions, or during faster efforts. You might wonder if something is wrong with your eyes, if you’re having an allergic reaction, or if it’s…
If you’ve ever wondered what actually happens to your body when you run, the answer is: quite a lot. Running triggers a chain reaction of changes across your cardiovascular system, muscles, brain, and metabolism. Some of these effects are obvious — like breathing harder or sweating — while others happen quietly in the background as…
If you’ve ever been in the middle of a workout and started yawning repeatedly, you’re not alone. Many people notice that they begin yawning during exercise — whether they’re at the gym, on a run, or in the middle of a tough training session. At first it can feel confusing. After all, yawning is usually…
If you’ve ever finished a tough workout and suddenly felt like you could eat everything in sight, you’re not alone. Many people experience intense hunger after a workout, especially after high-intensity training, long runs or bike rides, or tough gym sessions. In some cases, the hunger doesn’t just appear right away — it can even…