Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Exciting Events For Runners

By Kamryn Mattson


If you love to run, you probably have taken part in your share of marathons or half-marathons. But if the task of running 26.2 miles now seems a bit pedestrian for you, it might be time to consider taking on a more strenuous endeavor. Here are some options to consider if you want to take your life up a notch.

Because this event was created by the British Special Forces, you would expect it to be something fairly substantial. The Tough Mudder, which raises money for the Wounded Warrior Project, includes a grueling run, as well as more than 20 obstacles. These aren't just jumping over a hurdle, these are obstacles designed originally to train military personnel and feature names such as the Berlin Wall, Devil's Beard and Fire Walker. There are many events scheduled throughout the year and they take place all over the world. In order to participate, though, you must be part of a team. So grab some of your toughest friends together, pick an event, and started training.

If you'd prefer to stick with events that only include running, there are many adventure runs that take place during the year across the county. In addition to rougher terrain than city streets, you also enjoy the best scenery. You might be running through a forest, along the seashore or perhaps up in the mountains. For a truly exciting running event, consider going to one of the world's most amazing places.

For instance, the Great Wall Marathon in China is an exciting option if you don't mind traveling to China. While you are in Asia anyway, consider also taking on the Great Tibetan Marathon, which an especially big challenge because of the high altitude. Other adventure runs include the Polar Circle Marathon and a running adventure through the Andes that includes going through Machu Picchu.

If the big day arrives, but you are suffering from a particularly sore muscle, it might not be necessary to cancel. If your pain is not a serious type of injury, then you can alleviate the discomfort by using a physiological hybrid shape. One company that has created a hybrid shape is RapidForce, and their shapes not only help reduce your muscle pain, they allow you to move more freely. When muscles ache, our freedom of movement is often compromised and using a shape can make exercise much easier.

The shapes are simply placed on to a sore muscle group and allow better mobility than a brace or tape. The shape has uniquely designed arms that stretch out to nearby groups of muscles and you use the strength from these muscles to help you gain power. You can find hybrid shapes for many areas that are prone to soreness, including elbows and knees, the lower back, the upper back and the shoulders.




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