Getting ready for your first 5K? 🏃 From the week before to race day and post-race recovery, we’ve got all the tips you need to feel strong, stay energized, and cross the finish line with confidence. Are you ready to run your best 5K yet?

Lower back pain is a common issue for runners, often caused by poor form, weak core and hip muscles, or spinal and joint issues. Gradually building mileage, strengthening your core and glutes, maintaining proper running mechanics, and tracking effort with a heart rate monitor, can help prevent pain and improve performance. Even small adjustments...

Being a back-of-the-pack runner isn’t a weakness—it’s an opportunity to enjoy running on your own terms. Most races are designed for all levels, and many runners finish behind the leaders. Focus on your personal goals, not averages or comparisons. Use tools like heart rate monitors to train smart, respect your effort, and celebrate small...

Getting back into running after a long break can feel daunting, but with the right plan, it’s absolutely achievable. This guide walks you through each step — from rebuilding your fitness and starting with walking to adding strength and cross-training. Learn how to avoid injury, train smart, and regain your endurance safely. With patience,...

Feeling sore after a run is common, but should you keep running? This article breaks down what causes muscle soreness, how to tell normal fatigue from injury, and practical tips to run comfortably while sore. Learn how hydration, nutrition, stretching, easy runs, cross-training, terrain choice, and recovery techniques like foam rolling can help. We...

“Runner’s face” is a term often used to describe facial changes some long-distance runners notice, like hollow cheeks, fine lines, or sagging skin. While these signs may appear, research shows running itself doesn’t accelerate aging. The main factors are sun exposure, low body fat, and inadequate recovery. Exercise can actually benefit skin health by...

Aerobic exercise, or cardio, strengthens your heart and lungs, boosts endurance, and benefits overall health. Activities like walking, running, cycling, swimming, dancing, or even jumping rope can be done daily and help burn calories, improve mood, and reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes. Using a heart rate monitor, like Coospo’s, helps you...