Running in the Boston Cold

Posted by admin on April 8th, 2012

Boston’s a great city to run in – it’s got tons of sidewalks, trails you can find using your t1internet.com internet and lots of stores geared just towards runners, but do you know how to bear the elements? Here are a few tips for getting through Boston’s notoriously harsh spring weather while keeping up your exercise:
Keep Hydrating: Many runners make the mistake of hydrating less when it’s cold out – who wants to chug ice water? It’s important to hydrate even when you’re not sweating to maintain good times and good muscle health.
Check Your Treads: Make sure your shoes are ready for the weather, too. Your treads shouldn’t be worn and you should invest in non-slip if possible to avoid falling on the icy, slushy Boston streetsthe last thing you want is to worry about falling.
Invest in Weather Wear: Many stores here sell all types of winter gear – stuff designed to help keep you warm without weighing you down. From wool socks to dry-weave jackets there are lots of options for winter runners here in Bostoncheck them out!

Finding The Most Popular Tracks In Boston

Posted by admin on August 19th, 2011

Finding the most popular tracks in Boston can be difficult to do at times, because each person will have a different view on what is popular or not. Since each person has this opinion, you will want to know what to seek out in these tracks to determine if they are the best ones for your needs or not .

The first thing that you need to look at is the surface of the track. When you look at this aspect, you can determine if the track will Read the rest of this entry »

Finding Running Tracks In Boston – In and Outdoors

Posted by admin on August 17th, 2011

I have been running for about three years now and for the most part I enjoy running outdoors. Unfortunately, the weather does not always allow for that kind of experience. When that happens, I generally have to find a great indoor track to whip out my daily three mile jog. If you live in Boston, then you probably are aware of all the options available to you as a runner. But, if you are new to the area or new to the running scene you will want Read the rest of this entry »

How To Choose The Right Shoes For Indoor Tracks

Posted by admin on August 13th, 2011

Choosing the right shoes depends of the type of floor that the track has. There are four main types of track shoes: pyramid, needle, christmas tree, and tartan. The pyramid spike shoes are great for most types of tracks because they will not damage the floor. The spikes will last longer and bounce really good at the track. For an indoor track, most people like their spikes to be 1/4 of an inch high. The needle spike shoes are great on all weather tracks. This is because they have the best traction out of the four types Read the rest of this entry »

Running In Boston And Finding The Right Tracks

Posted by admin on August 9th, 2011

If you live in boston MA, you will want to find the best running tracks and conditions, in order for you to get the best run, and the best training. Whether you are training for a marathon, or are just an avid runner going out for your daily run, the right track can really make a difference in teh quality of your run, and the quality of your performance. So, when looking for a track, you will want to make sure it offers the most lanes, the widest course distance, and the widest Read the rest of this entry »


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