How to reduce and avoid common running injuries.
Posted on 26th June 2009 by Keypower.
Efficient form and lightweight shoes are the keys to staying healthy.
By Danny Abshire, co-founder, Newton Running
Do you think a running shoe with a thickly cushioned heel pad and rigid medial post can keep you from suffering common running injuries such as plantar fasciitis, iliotibial band syndrome or shin splits? Think again.
Recent research and news reports are confirming what those close to the sport have known for years: running shoes with thick midsoles, extensive anti-pronation devices and large heel crash pads don’t prevent injuries.
The key to preventing running injuries is to run with lightweight shoes and efficient, low-impact running form. Running in heavy, overbuilt running shoes can put more strain on a runner’s body, reduce proprioception necessary to engage proper form and make a runner’s feet and lower legs overwork braking and propulsive muscles and connective tissue — a combination which can actually make a runner more prone to common overuse injuries.
Read more here on Newton Running's official blog!
Congratulations to all Sundown Marathon finishers!
Posted on 2nd June 2009 by Keypower.
Yong Lai Chee, Newton sponsored athlete at the 21km mark.
Congratulations to Benny Goh and Jeanette Wang for winning the 2009 Sundown Marathon Singapore, as well as Newton sponsored athletes Yong Lai Chee and Mika Kume for finishing 2nd and 4th in the women's 84km category!
This year saw a greater number of ultramarathoners completing the 84km run, an total of 156 out of 680 who signed up before the event, out of a grand total of roughly 10,000 participants. This year introduced a brand new category as well, the women's only 10km. Runners from the 42km and 84km category took their run through the PCN (Park Connector Network) in Singapore which links many parks and beaches along the east side of Singapore.
84km runners in 2XU compression tights.
A large number of participants donned the 2XU compression tights during the 84km as well, aiding them during the extremely long run through the night!
Do check out our online gallery of 84km marathoners doing their thing!
Newton Running's new COLORS for 2009!
Posted on 27th May 2009 by Keypower.
Now available in store!
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