Entries by Tread Fitness

Why Running for a Nonprofit Should Be Your Next Race Goal

When it comes to signing up for a race, there are countless motivations that drive us to lace up our shoes and hit the pavement. Whether it’s personal fitness goals, the thrill of competition, or simply the love of running, each runner has their own reasons for taking on the challenge. But have you ever […]

Forever Buffs Features Tread Fitness

Buff Business of the Month: Tread Fitness App with Caitlin McDonald Caitlin McDonald (MBA ‘15) CEO of Tread Fitness, shared insights into her revolutionary app, born out of an idea two years in the making. Tread Fitness is an app designed to revolutionize outdoor running and cycling workouts through advanced AI (Artificial Intelligence) technology. McDonald’s […]

Innovative Fitness App, Tread Fitness, to Debut at the Running USA Conference’s Innovation Showcase

[Originally Published on Running USA] Tread Fitness, an exciting new fitness app, is set to make its debut at the Running USA Conference’s Innovation Showcase. Created with a vision to transform outdoor running and cycling workouts, Tread Fitness leverages cutting-edge AI technology for a dynamic and immersive training experience. Revolutionizing Outdoor Workouts Born out of […]

Unleash Your Running Potential with the Perfect Playlist

Studies conducted by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have shown that music synced to your workout can boost performance by a staggering 15%. When the rhythm of your music aligns with your running pace, magic happens. It’s like having a personal coach and cheerleader in your ear every step of the way.

Harnessing the Power of Mantras: Elevating Your Workout Efficiency

Harnessing the Power of Mantras: Elevating Your Workout Efficiency
In the world of fitness, where determination and perseverance often make the difference between success and stagnation, individuals are constantly seeking ways to optimize their workouts. While physical training methods and nutritional strategies are vital components of the equation, an often overlooked yet incredibly potent tool lies in the realm of mental conditioning: mantras. The practice of repeating words or phrases,…

Enhance your run with proper body positioning.

Top Considerations for Body Positioning on your Run
During a run, people typically start to see their body position deteriorate as they begin to experience fatigue. Fatigue can cause a breakdown in running form, leading to inefficient mechanics and an increased risk of injuries. The point at which this deterioration occurs can vary from person to person and depends on several factors, including fitness level, training intensity, weather conditions, and the length of the run.
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Why are some runners able to run much faster than others, when they don’t seem to have any physical advantages?

Some people are naturally faster runners than others even without any visible physical advantages. When I ran on our high school cross-country running team, the top runner was a 4′10″ 9th grader who crushed the competition – besides long legs compared to her height, she would not have been first pick for continuing on to run professionally.

In my eyes, some runners are able to run faster than others because of a combination of genetic, physical, and mental factors.