Canadian Running

Dedicated to getting runners the tools they need to succeed, Canadian Running gives professional advice and inspiration on everything you need to be faster, fitter and healthier. The magazine provides the latest on training, gear reviews, nutrition information and recipes, tips on the best places to run and race, and the inside story on the elite running scene.

Being the Change

VOLUME 13, ISSUE 6

WHAT’S NEW

David Joseph • Co-founder, YAMAJO Run Crew

RUN IN FOCUS • Rhonda Shippy running past Moul Falls, Wells Gray Provincial Park, Clearwater, B.C.

THE WARMUP

LETTERS

Canadian Para Running and Wheelchair Records Broken in 2019

Running Outside the Box • Your favourite route provides a comforting break from hard training, and that comfort is more powerful than you might think

Late Summer’s Bounty • Early fall brings abundant, delicious produce to feed hungry runners with busy schedules

Backyard Plyo Drills • Take your running to the next level with this jump workout

How Soon is Too Soon? • Research suggests running form returns to normal by one week post-marathon. But that doesn’t mean you should resume training

Too Much Training Information? • Our reliance on data can become obsessive to the point that it no longer benefits our training. Here’s how to get clear on the tech you really need

The Science of Running • Alex Hutchinson rounds up the latest in endurance research

The Long Run Workout • The weekly long run should generally be done at an easy pace. But once you reach your peak mileage, incorporating race pace into one or two of your weekly long runs can help build confidence in your endurance

No Races? No Problem • Are you the type of runner who needs a goal race to stay motivated? Here are four ways to keep your training honest through the race drought

Calgary’s Best Singletrack • Three large urban parks with varying styles of trails from grasslands to dense Douglas fir forests, offer plenty of exceptional trails

International Marathon of Beaujolais • Enjoy Beaujolais wine tastings amid the splendour of French châteaux during your full or half-marathon

Best In Class: Outstanding Canadian Performances in the Modern Marathon • As marathoners watch fall racing opportunities dwindle, they can take pride in looking back on our collective past, inspired by what Canadians have achieved in the marathon’s modern era

Canada’s Mega-Ultra Man • Trishul Cherns, originally from Hamilton, was on track to reach 275 ultra completions by early June — far more than any Canadian has ever run. With the pandemic, his goal is on hold. But for the man who hopes to reach 50,000 miles in competition, ambition never sleeps.

How to Rock Your First Half-Marathon • We’re in the midst of a mini running boom, and, as the world tries to get its head around the concept of socially-distanced racing, many new runners are excited to lace up for their first half-marathon. Here’s everything you need to know to kick off your training and rock your results

The 2020 Fall Shoe Guide • Whether you’re new to running, a seasoned veteran of the sport or something in between, you need reliable shoe information. Here are this season’s hottest new models and updates for hitting the road this fall

Wireless Listening • For sound quality and ease of use, Bluetooth earbuds are a game-changer for running. Pandemic bonus: they’re also handy for Zoom calls. These are our favourites for 2020

Jaleta Pacers • Ted Jaleta’s run club has been helping Regina road runners meet their half-marathon and marathon goals since 2008

Adam van Koeverden • The multi-Olympic and world championships medallist in kayaking, who was elected MP for Milton, Ont. in 2019, says running...