Innholdsfortegnelse for September/October 2025 i Canadian Running

Norda 001A CATEGORY Trail MEN’S 271 g (9.6 oz.) WOMEN’S 232 g (8.2 oz.) OFFSET/DROP 5 mm STACK HEIGHT 26 mm/21 mm LUG DEPTH 5 mm $295 This new variation on Norda’s signature 001 high-cushion trail shoe (its first model, introduced in 2021) now uses Arnitel, the TPEE blend used in the very popular 005 racing shoe. It’s a slightly different density/formulation, but the result is a midsole that’s significantly lighter and 30 per cent more responsive than the regular 001, yet every bit as durable. (The midsole is lighter, but the overall weight is comparable to the original.) It’s also very versatile; you’ll love it for daily training, long runs or even racing on the trails. The shoe retains the brand’s signature light and durable Bio-Dyneema upper and custom…

Whether to supplement their diets, and which supplements are beneficial/important, are subjects of perpetual interest to runners. One supplement that’s been getting a lot of attention recently is creatine. Here’s what runners need to consider about supplementing with creatine and its effect on running performance. What is creatine? Creatine is a compound found in the muscle that provides energy to support brief, intense exercise. Increasing the creatine content of muscle is of interest to athletes because there is only enough creatine in the muscle to support eight to 10 seconds of maximal exercise. While the body can make its own creatine, the only food sources that contain it are meat and fish. However, diet alone will not provide enough creatine to increase the muscle’s creatine content; this is only possible…

At a certain point, the question crosses every runner’s mind. Maybe you just took up running a few months ago on a dare, and are still surprised you made it to the finish line of that 5K; maybe you’ve been logging big miles and two marathons a year for a decade. Either way, it’s natural to wonder: how fast could I actually go? What’s my ultimate ceiling, and how do I get there? There are two main schools of thought on this question. One is that you can be as good as you choose to be, if you’re willing to grind away at your 10,000 hours of deliberate practice. What distinguishes Olympic champions, in this view, is only that they’ve trained harder, smarter and longer than the rest of us.…

Canadians know how to put on a race. From coast to coast, Canadian marathons bring serious energy, wild scenery and that Canadian kind of vibe its runners live for. You’ll tear through city streets with skyline views, fly past scenic waterfronts and catch glimpses of our nation’s history while crowds crank up the energy all the way to the finish line. Whether you’re gunning for a personal best or just out to collect miles and memories, these events serve up more than medals. We’re talking next-level organization, fast courses and an electric atmosphere that will keep your adrenaline pumping long after the race is over. So if your race calendar’s looking a little safe, it’s time to shake things up. These iconic races will light your fire. It’s time to…

NEW & INNOVATIVE “New and innovative” denotes either new shoe models or in, at most, their second update (i.e. version 3). Under Armour Infinite Pro Breeze CATEGORY Neutral cushioning MEN’S 326 g (11.5 oz.) WOMEN’S 312 g (11.0 oz.) OFFSET/DROP 8 mm STACK HEIGHT 32 mm/24 mm $175 This is a fine and very nice-looking shoe for easy runs or long runs, and could easily double as a casual-wear shoe. (It’s not intended for high-performance workouts or racing, but more for easy paces and weekend long runs.) The UA Infinite Pro Breeze is similar to the Infinite Pro 2 terms of geometry and design, with a very light, almost translucent upper (though it’s less breathable than we would like for warm weather) and broad, flat laces that stay done up…

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Leg strength, power and endurance all contribute to a runner’s ability to run fast over a given distance. And one of the best exercises for improving leg strength and power production ability is the weighted squat. Why the squat? By incorporating weight-training exercises such as the squat, runners gain quadriceps, gluteus maximus and hamstring strength. (Strengthening the calves will also help with ankle stability, while the paraspinals help with spinal stability.) Increasing strength in the lower body allows runners to create more force with each stride, which leads to the ability to run faster. Lastly, stronger lower-body muscles will be better able to absorb force during ground contact, which will help improve your running economy. How to squat All squat variations break down to the same fundamental mechanics, starting with…

There’s no shortage of tips and tricks for keeping running injuries at bay. While well-intentioned, many common strategies are less effective than they appear—and some could even increase your injury risk. Let’s explore the evidence surrounding three persistent myths that continue to echo in many running communities. Myth: Static stretching before running prevents injuries Static stretching involves stretching muscles to end-range tension for a sustained time. This can temporarily increase flexibility by inhibiting the pain signal at the stretch’s end range. The issue is that this pain signal is protective, preventing accidental overstretching of a muscle, and suppressing this reflex can actually increase our injury risk by enabling overextension of our muscles during exercise. Evidence-based warmup protocols instead recommend methodically preparing the body for the demands ahead, using easy running…

Even in the biting cold, you can feel the infectious energy that erupts whenever a solitary headlamp bobs into view on the vast, dark expanse of the lake. As each runner reaches the CRYO Races finish line, they all wear the same expression: a combination of exhaustion and pride. Offering the chance to run across the frozen surface of Lac Saint-Jean at night, the CRYO Races experience is unique. For most participants, it’s more than just another endurance test; it’s a post-season challenge that pushes them to their physical and mental limits. It’s also the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people. Every participant is required to raise funds for the On the Tip of the Toes Foundation, a charity that brings outdoor adventures to kids…

Faith Kipyegon follows Breaking4 with new 1,500m world record After falling more than six seconds short of a four-minute mile at the Breaking4 event in Paris in June (predictably, given the ambitiousness of the goal), three-time Olympic 1,500m champion Faith Kipyegon of Kenya lowered her own 1,500m world record at the Prefontaine Classic/Eugene Diamond League on July 5, sprinting to a dominant victory in 3:48.68. Her time was 36 one-hundredths of a second faster than her own previous record of 3:49.04, set at last year’s Paris Diamond League. It was the second world record of the day in women’s distance running. Olympic 5,000 and 10,000m champion Beatrice Chebet blasted through the 14-minute barrier in the 5,000m, running 13:58.06 to defeat Agnes Ngetich in second and the former world record holder…

Runners typically think of cross-training as something to be endured because they have a running injury. While that’s true, there is more to it: depending on which activity you choose, you’ll likely need to spend either slightly more or slightly less time cross-training than you would normally spend running. (More on that, below.) And healthy runners can also benefit from incorporating cross-training into their regular training (or maintaining some level of cross-training after they are fully recovered). Changing up your weekly training plan and incorporating non-running aerobic activities, such as pool running, swimming, cycling or elliptical training, can help you resume training more quickly when injured, and can also help keep you healthy and prevent injury over the longer term. How to cross-train when rehabbing an injury For runners, pool…

I line up next to a couple of runners dressed as shrimp. We are about to embark on a 42.2-km journey along northern France’s Opal Coast, which stretches 120 km between Calais, on the English Channel, and Berck-sur-Mer. This is the inaugural year for the Marathon de la Mer, starting in Boulogne-sur-Mer (one of Europe’s most important fishing ports, where more than 30,000 tonnes of fish are unloaded every year) and winding its way through eight seaside villages. A range of seafood will be offered at each hydration station, along with wine and beer; I get the sense that I’m in for a raucous race! We begin by running parallel to the city’s canal and past the port, where fishermen begin to unload crates of fresh seafood for the morning’s…

Joining a run club was never something I imagined myself doing—until one day, it appeared right in my own community. Growing up, I was a multi-sport athlete, always active and surrounded by teammates. But after high school, life’s demands pulled me away from fitness, and I lost touch with the confident, strong version of myself. That all changed when I discovered Sunday Social Run Club in Nanaimo, B.C. What began as curiosity quickly became a routine for me—a welcoming space to reconnect with movement, meet like-minded people and feel like an athlete again. Sunday Social is more than just a run club. It was created by Sarah Georgica in 2023 with the vision of bringing people together, regardless of their fitness level. “I started the run club to build community…