The Difference Between Compression Shorts and Bike Shorts

At first glance, bike shorts and compression shorts might look very similar.  Both are form-fitting, made of some material like spandex, and obviously designed for athletes.  After looking further, however, the two types of shorts have some fundamental differences that cannot be overlooked.  Since we have seen some people trying to use compression shorts as … Read more

Best Running Shorts

There is no hard and fast rule about what kind of running shorts one should wear. A lot of this depends on personal preferences and how comfortable runners feel with various levels of coverage. For some runners, habit will be the deciding factor in deciding which attire to wear while they are running. For others, … Read more

Moving Comfort Womens Compression Shorts Review

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The Moving Comfort compression shorts are designed for active women.  They can make good yoga attire, running shorts, or general fitness attire. With an average price just below $50, this specialized compression short is truly made with the needs of the female athlete in mind.  While showing off athletes figures these compression shorts also provide the … Read more

Best Running Headphones

Running can be a lonely and monotonous activity, so it is understandable that many runners use music to distract their minds and exercise for as long as possible.  They also use music to motivate them and help maintain a rhythm in their strides.  Some of us remember running when the only choices where you carry … Read more

Cross Trainers for Men and Women

Cross-training is popular with people who are looking for a balanced, full-body workout.  After all, cross-training offers many proven benefits. It provides you with a balanced workout for whatever fitness level you desire ensuring you end up with a balanced physique, and the risk of injury cross-training is small compared to other intensive exercise regimen.  … Read more

Garmin Fenix 3 Vs. Fenix 5

Now that the Garmin Fenix 5 has made its majestic entrance on the market, a lot of runners and weekend athletes have one big question on our minds:  What is the difference between this brand new model and its awesome predecessor, the Garmin Fenix 3? As well, are the upgrades this new model offers make it … Read more

Tommie Copper Exo Compression Socks Review

Tommie Copper specializes in the manufacturing of products for athletes and the relief of persistent pain and aches through copper-infused compression. The Exo compression socks of Tommie Copper provide active compression helping blood circulation, reducing fatigue and supporting muscles and joints, in a package that costs around $50. We have seen more copper-infused socks hit … Read more

Best Treadmills

Buying a treadmill is a major investment.  For most, it is something that is done to avoid running in bad weather, such as a bitterly cold winter day or a driving rain.  Others like treadmills because of the precise control of pace and incline, and still others enjoy the fact that they can watch a … Read more

Polar M600 Wearable Review

The Polar M600 Wearable mixes the elements of an activity tracker and a fitness device with your beloved smartphone, placing it into the innovative category of All-Day Wearables. It’s a Polar sports watch and an Android-based smartwatch packed into the same device.  Price-wise, it comes up above $300, but still under the price point of … Read more

Best Shoes for Standing All Day

If you are on your feet all day – whether it is at work, walking the floors as a nurse, at a museum with your family, or in kitchen working on the perfect meal – comfortable shoes can be the difference between having fun and being in pain. It is particularly true for those who find … Read more

Garneau Oslo Tights Review

The Garneau Oslo tights pants (here) are most commonly marketed to cyclists, but are a great option for cold weather runners. While they are not compression tights in the traditional sense of the word, they offer intentional paneling and enough form-fitting features to provide a slight bit of compression and joint blood flow.  That is … Read more

Best Running Shoes For High Arches

There has been debate lately about what the best running shoes are.  A new school of thought is that you should have the most minimal running shoe you can find, something that resembles running barefoot but with a little protection from the ground. The older-school (and time-tested) theory is that you really need to provide … Read more

Compression Wear for Runners and Triathletes

If you have done a running race or triathlon lately, you have likely noticed an uptick in the number of fellow racers wearing compression wear. Someone who you chat with pre-race, you passes you, or who you pass during the race is sporting the latest in compression technology. Why are they wearing it, and what … Read more

Running Shorts for Chafing

If you have decided to run, congratulations.  The merits of running as an excellent form of exercise cannot be overstated. Running is an endorphin producing activity that improves health, increases fitness levels, reduces weight and has been medically proven to counter depression. Running comes with hazards, however, other than the risk of muscle pulls, twisted … Read more

Pearl Izumi Quest Cycling Shorts Review

The Pearl Izumi Quest cycling short is undoubtedly one of the top cycling shorts currently available to athletes.  Pearl Izumi is one of our favorite gear makers, and you could argue that the Quest cycling shorts are their most versatile, popular piece of cycling gear on the market today.  Their superior design has been created … Read more

Best Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis is a curse for many runners. It is one of those conditions that can occur with any runner even if they are taking great care of themselves.  It is painful, and it can take months to recover from.  The good news is that with a little home therapy and the right choice in … Read more

Hydration Backpack Buying Guide

Hydration backpacks hit the scene several years ago, and when they did they became an instant sensation.  This makes sense – a critical factor in remaining safe and secure on a multi-hour bike ride or day hike is enjoying proper hydration. Certainly, keeping clear of wildlife and remaining on your feet is also essential; however, … Read more