Shoes and Gear

Can Your Fitbit Tell You When a Common Digestive Disorder Will Start to Flare?

Written By: ELIZABETH MILLARD

This can be an important step toward thwarting a flareup before it begins, too. Could the secret to better gut health be on your wrist? Along with helping track your pace and number of steps per day, activity trackers have also been known to predict serious health conditions like pulmonary embolism or irregular heartbeat. Now, they may also […]

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Don’t Be Afraid to Crank Up the Tempo in the Brooks Launch 6

Article added May 24, 2019 Categories Featured Shoes and Gear, Shoes

Written By: AMANDA FURRER

This affordable neutral trainer is lightweight with just enough cushioning to go long—and fast. The RW Takeaway: The Launch 6 is a neutral road shoe that’s lightweight yet amply cushioned for longer distance racing. An updated midsole with more foam in the forefoot. BioMoGo DNA provides a bouncy ride. A one-piece breathable seamless upper. Price: $179.95 […]

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Find the Best Running Shoes for Flat Feet

Article added May 24, 2019 Categories Featured Shoes and Gear, Shoes, Shoes and Gear

Written By: CAITLIN GIDDINGS

No, you don’t need more arch support. But here’s what you do need. Flat-footed runners face a number of challenges in finding the right running shoe—not least of which is a glut of conflicting information on the topic. The internet and your local running store will likely urge you to buy a shoe with more arch […]

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The Nike Free RN 5.0 Returns to Its Roots as a Foot-Strengthening Tool

Article added May 24, 2019 Categories Featured News, Featured Shoes and Gear, Shoes, Shoes and Gear, Uncategorized

Written By: JEFF DENGATE

Highly flexible and firm, it’s best used for speedwork and drills. The RW Takeaway: The Free RN 5.0 has an extremely flexible sole that lets you move freely, but forces your feet and leg muscles to work more than traditional footwear. Grooves in the sole don’t trap as many rocks as earlier models. The stretchy upper […]

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The Garmin Forerunner 45 Made Me Reassess How I Live My Life

Article added May 23, 2019 Categories Essential Gear, Featured Shoes and Gear, Uncategorized

Written By: AMANDA FURRER

Or at least enlightened me on why I’m tired all of the time, and when I should push myself more—or take a rest day. The RW Takeaway: The Garmin Forerunner 45 has everything you need if you’re used to wearing a more simplistic Forerunner. Syncs to Garmin Connect via phone app. Records stress, sleep, steps, […]

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