Studies have shown that running to music can make you go faster and farther. We all know that awesome feeling of running to just the right song. But in order for that motivation not to wear off, picking the right type of music is important. So, instead of trolling through your iTunes library to try and put together a running playlist, Spotify wants to play running DJ for you.
You know you are guilty—not stopping to help someone with a flat or pulling out your phone to pause Strava at every red light, just so you can get that segment PR. Strava has now made it easier for you to be nice and not quite so time obsessed. As soon as you stop moving, the latest version of Strava will automatically pause until you start on your way again.
In Boulder, CO last week, Pearl Izumi gathered a few women’s running, tri, and cycling editors for a first look at the Spring 2015 run and ride lines. We had a great time meeting, riding, and running with the actual developers and brand managers, while getting a behind the scenes look at how the products are made and tested. One thing is for certain—it’s nice to see so many women on the team designing the women’s gear.
Every fall, I follow a strength training program from Mountain Athlete to prepare for ice…
