Marco Altibrandi, who serves with the Royal Marines Reserve Merseyside, was one of 29 people who attempted this feat of endurance, and only one of 16 to successfully finish the course. He completed the course in 43 hours 50 mins 5 secs of running!, six hours ahead of the deadline set by the organisers. Worst moment:… Read More
Sumathi Reddy, writing in the Wall Street Journal in 2013, provides her readers with some interesting facts pertaining to steps per day and obesity levels. 10,000 steps per day is the goal for each person. In 2010, Americans, on average, took 5,117 steps a day. Walking a mile roughly equals 2,000 steps. Climbing a flight… Read More
The first in a three-part series helps you decide whether starting a boot camp business will be a boon or a bust. This series is written by Cat Smiley, the first entrant in the Canadian fitness boot camp market, who owns and operates The Original Boot Camp, Canada’s first and longest-running fitness boot camp franchise. Part… Read More
Research Paper Title Biomechanical and Lifestyle Risk Factors for Medial Tibia Stress Syndrome in Army Recruits: A Prospective Study. Background Medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) is a common injury in active populations and has been suggested to be a result of both biomechanical and lifestyle factors. The main aim of this study was to determine… Read More
I had a lovely start to the day with a 7.2 mile loaded march carrying 38 lb, though typical of Scotland it was raining. A light drizzle at first turning heavy, conveniently, at the half way mark. It took me 75 mins (0610 to 0725) and it went ok, no hotspots, or shoulder burns, although… Read More
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