Turmeric vs. Omega-3 Fish Oil
Posted by George Parker onA Peregrune runner asked me whether it was better to take Turmeric or Omega-3 Fish Oil to help with inflammation. It's a great question, and I thought I'd share my email response with you all....
Congratulations to Peregrune Boston Marathon Runners!
Posted by George Parker onCongratulations to all the Peregrune runners who completed the 126th Boston Marathon! Boston is a special marathon to me. Maybe the history enthusiast in me is enamored with the world's oldest annual marathon set in...
14-Mile Treadmill Long Run: No More Treadmill Guilt!
Posted by George Parker onYou can do quality workouts, including long-runs, on the treadmill and achieve fitness. No more treadmill guilt! If the treadmill is your best solution for the workout, then go for it! Here's my 14-mile long-run,...
What's the difference between running race predictor calculators?
Posted by George Parker onI'm currently trying to qualify for the NYC Marathon with a time standard in either the half marathon or marathon. I was curious what my "predicted" half marathon time currently is based on my December...
Runners and Vitamin D Deficiency in the Fall and Winter
Posted by George Parker onI recall this graphic every winter. Vitamin D is a top vitamin deficiency for adults during winter. Your skin synthesizes Vitamin D when exposed to UV radiation in sunlight. During Fall and Winter, the sun's angle...
The Accessibility of Running
Posted by George Parker onThis evening, I’m taking my boys to a minor league ice hockey game. I went to these games with my dad when I was their age. I grew up in Georgia, so going to ice hockey...
Nike React Infinity vs. Brooks Ghost/Adrenaline
Posted by George Parker onI've been a lifeline Brooks running shoe user. But I recently switched to the Nike React Infinity as my main training shoe. Here's why I'm liking the change: Transcript:New shoe update, I have been...
Sore Hamstrings After Running? It might be your Psoas Muscle.
Posted by George Parker onDo you have sore hamstrings after running? Sore hamstrings may be a symptom of a broader problem, not the problem itself. The most important leg muscles are not the hamstrings, calf, or quadriceps when you...
Athletics Greens (AG1) or a Multivitamin? Which one is better for runners?
Posted by George Parker onYou have likely have heard about Athletic Greens, in particular, AG1. What's the difference between AG1 and Runner Multivitamin made by Peregrune? BenefitsFirst, they're both great products. They have the same benefits. They boost energy. They help...
What are your 2022 Running Goals?
Posted by George Parker onWhat is your 2022 running goal? The ancient Greek philosopher Seneca wrote how achievement, regardless of the endeavor, is often impeded due to our aimlessness. "Our plans miscarry because they have no aim. When a...
Why You Should Run A Marathon
Posted by George Parker onI told myself I was done running marathons after running CIM in December. But now, I'm contemplating running another one in 2022. I initially set a goal to run the Boston Marathon. After years of...
Gift of Running
Posted by George Parker onIf I could give a New Year's gift to everyone, I would give them the love of running. What I mean by that is I don't want people to fall in love with running new...
Tips on recovering after running a marathon
Posted by George Parker onCongratulations on running a marathon! It's something that less than 1% of the population will ever do, and that's quite an accomplishment! It also means you are probably hurting a lot, and you can do...
What to race next after running a marathon?
Posted by George Parker onLast weekend, I completed the California International Marathon, running 2:58:03 to set a 12 minute BQ buffer. Not bad for an old man! What's next? Do I start training for another marathon? Or is it...