Shoe Review: Brooks Hyperion ($140)
By Brian Metzler Brooks has been the No. 1 running shoe brand in the U.S. for the past several years, and, for good reason – they’ve...
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- Sep 15
Shoe Review: Hoka Rocket X 2 ($250)
Available for purchase here. By Brian Metzler With the Sept. 24 Berlin Marathon right around the corner, the fall marathon season is...
- Sep 15
The hot new shoe for fall marathons
SEP 15, 2023 Minute 1: How good is a 6 minute mile, anyway? It should come as no surprise that in our opinion, running a 6-minute mile is...
- Sep 13
When is it OK to DNF a race?
SEP 13, 2023 Minute 1: Say goodbye to caffeine crashes Coffee can be an athlete’s cheering section when they need a boost of energy, but...
- Sep 9
4 exercises to improve your sprint speed
SEP 8, 2023 Minute 1: Even long-distance runners should do speed work When it comes to a runner’s top speed, the old adage of “use it or...
- Sep 8
Gear Review: Method Seven Silverton Sunglasses ($175)
By Brian Metzler What makes a good pair of sunglasses for running? For me, it’s simple: A pair of shades with a lightweight frame that...
- Sep 7
3 easy steps to more relaxed running form
SEP 6, 2023 Minute 1: Why and how to relax your running form There is no shortage of double entendres for running coaches to encourage...
- Sep 5
Gear Review: Bombas socks are what running dreams are made of
By SMM Test Team sponsored post The SMM staff recently got hooked up with Bombas socks to keep our feet secure, comfy and cool on our...
- Sep 1
Best Labor Day Deals for Runners!
Six Minute Mile may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. After slogging through a steamy...
- Sep 1
Shoe Review: Hoka Stinson 7 ($170)
By Brian Metzler This weekend in Chamonix, France, more than 12,500 runners are participating in the 2023 Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc...
- Sep 1
How adaptogens help athletes
SEP 1, 2023 Minute 1: How does your body develop over time with exercise? If you’re reading this newsletter, you understand that...
- Aug 30
8 ways to increase lung capacity
AUG 30, 2023 Minute 1: Runners can improve their lungs with these tips Running on scenic trails can leave you breathless – in every sense...
- Aug 25
Shoe Review: Craft Nordlite Ultra ($160)
By Brian Metzler When the Swedish apparel company Craft wanted to get into the footwear business a few years ago, it specifically...
- Aug 25
The difference between fartlek, tempo and interval runs
AUG 25, 2023 Minute 1: Can red meat ruin your diet? Someone once told us that we should protect our enthusiasm from the negativity of...
- Aug 23
The perfect formation for drafting in a race
AUG 23, 2023 Minute 1: Precision could guide the future of nutrition To build a bigger and brighter future for nutrition, dieticians are...
- Aug 18
Shoe Review: Brooks Launch 10, $110
By Brian Metzler I’ve said for years that you don’t need expensive, tricked out running shoes to be a runner of any level. Mostly, you...
- Aug 18
Pyramid workouts to build speed
AUG 18, 2023 Minute 1: What are the best and worst running surfaces? Here at Six Minute Mile, we wouldn’t be doing our job if we only...
- Aug 16
Signs you need more electrolytes
AUG 16, 2023 Minute 1: Make downhill runs work in your favor The Boston Marathon may be famous for Heartbreak Hill, but experienced...
- Aug 11
Shoe Review: New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trail ($200)
By Brian Metzler Although running shoe geeks and trail runners could argue New Balance hasn’t really immersed itself in trail running...
- Aug 11
Warm-up routines for every race distance
AUG 11, 2023 View this email in your browser. Minute 1: How to improve your heart rate variability Your smart watch can track a greater...
- Aug 9
Managing blisters and black toe nails
AUG 9, 2023 Minute 1: Build a morning routine to improve stress and blood sugar levels No matter how much of a morning person you are,...
- Aug 4
Shoe Review: Merrell MTL Skyfire 2 ($200)
By Brian Metzler A lot of people have asked me lately if I think trail running will continue to boom and my answer is always: “Yes,...
- Aug 4
Breathing techniques to improve your running
AUG 4, 2023 Minute 1: Can endurance athletes benefit from creatine supplements? Health supplements exist in a DMZ of regulation. We...
- Aug 2
3 nonnegotiable tips for longevity
AUG 2, 2023 Minute 1: Should your runs have breaks? We have to admit, we’re guilty of taking our running a little too seriously from time...
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