Running is just one of the tools in your fitness toolbox. Running form, nutrition, cross training, and rest/recovery are some of the others. But you need to also know your body and your personal health data in parallel to make sure there are no surprises or how you can maximize your performance over the long…
Category: Running Accessories
Tifosi Clarion Mirror Collection Sunglasses Review
We last reviewed the Tifosi Podium and Tifosi Podium S sunglasses from Tifosi Optics in August 2012. New for 2013, the Tifosi Clarion Mirror collection not only looks striking, it also performs. The high quality lenses feature consistent color to eliminate lens distortion, are hydrophobic so water and sweat roll off, and filter a high…
Pentax MX-1 Camera Review
In my still continuing quest to find the perfect compact and portable camera, we recently reviewed the Pentax Q10, the world’s smallest, lightest mirror-less interchangeable lens camera (ILC) system. Besides the high price and the tiny sensor, Pentax is almost there as they announced the Pentax Q7 last month – we will have to wait…
Sensoria Fitness smart sock tracker goes beyond preventing running injuries
Would you pay $99 to prevent potential running injuries? A good pair of minimalist running shoes may still cause running injuries if you have bad running form. Heapsylon recently launched an IndieGoGo crowdfunding campaign for wearable technology, the Sensoria Fitness smart socks for runners. Sensoria fitness socks for runners track typical metrics like steps, calories,…
The Healthy Golfer by Dr. Phil Maffetone
Have you heard of barefoot golf? Less than 4 years ago, barefoot-style running shoes and minimalist shoes were unheard of. Now with companies like TRUE Linkswear, Foot Joy, VIVOBAREFOOT, and Skechers launching low- to zero-drop spikeless barefoot-style golf shoes, the time for barefoot golf is now. I have the privilege of working with Dr. Phil…
Fujifilm INSTAX Mini 8 Camera Review
Fujifilm recently added and launched an all-new INSTAX Mini 8 instant film camera to its popular INSTAX line. In addition to offering user-friendly control functions, fun style, and fantastic image quality found in the current INSTAX mini models, the new fun and compact INSTAX Mini 8 line-up will also include new features, and be available…
The most minimal minimalist posters ever
These are the most minimal minimalist posters I’ve ever seen!!! And I love them. Michal Krasnopolski’s has created a set of 20+ minimalist classic movie posters that blew me away. According to Krasnopolski: The basic concept was to create a very modernist, minimalist poster series for movie enthusiasts. The idea is based on a very simple grid: a circle and two…
Ashmei Merino + Carbon Jersey & Sweatshirt Review
We initially profiled Ashmei‘s ultimate soft shell running jacket last year in our review of running jackets and was blown away by its performance. And that followed with their awesome 2-in-1 running shorts that is a heat regulating, merino wool semi-compression that keeps you cool when it’s hot and warm when it’s cold. This time,…
Adidas Boston Marathon 2013 Apparel
Are you all in for the 2013 Boston Marathon? Adidas has recently launched their Boston Marathon 2013 apparel collection – a large collection of running tops, jackets, hoodies, shorts, and tights for both men and women. There are many matching outfits available in the classic Prime Blue and Vivid Yellow colors (official colors of the…
Creating a photo book using Blurb to document your memorable races
Two weeks ago, I was offered an early bird trial of Blurb’s new Designer Photo Book Templates and now that I have the finished product my high school daughter created, I’d like to share how fun and easy it was to create this beautiful looking photo album! I have been a customer of Blurb since…
Let your iPhone tell you how much you Move
Being a technologist and gadgets fanatic, I’m always on the lookout for fitness devices for self-quantifying – specifically, digital health. The recently launched Moves App from ProtoGeo plan to replace fitness wristbands and gadgets by simply carrying your smartphone. According to Sampo Karjalainen, Designer CEO of ProtoGeo, “Moves is an example of how smartphones are…
Pentax Q10 Hybrid Camera Review
In my unending quest to find the perfect compact and portable camera, I recently stumbled upon the new Pentax Q10, the world’s smallest, lightest mirror-less interchangeable lens camera (ILC) system. The super-compact and ultra-lightweight Pentax Q10 is barely larger than a deck of cards and offers digital-SLR-quality photography for photographers of all levels. This is…
Merrell M-Connect Apparel Collection
The Merrell M-Connect apparel collection is a new line of performance apparel (running & fitness) from Merrell designed to follow the natural motion of your body. For Spring Merrell inspires outside athletes with new apparel that is sweat-worthy and packed with performance like wicking, reflectivity, mobility and adjustability to fit varying body types. Coupled this…
MIO Global Alpha Heart Rate Watch Review
Don’t you hate wearing a chest heart rate monitor strap? Worst yet, you forget to put one on – a common occurrence for me! I have tested the Garmin Forerunner 610, Motorola ACTV, and Magellan GPS Switch with a chest strap but because I wear the Garmin watch as my everyday watch, I tend to…
What’s Your Running Gear?
What you wear on your run is just as important as choosing which shoe to wear. You want to focus on enjoying running injury free and not on the elements of the weather or terrain. Here is what I wear for non-technical trails in a ‘shout out‘ to some of my partners and supporters of…
Icebreaker Spring/Summer 2013 Running Collection is here!
The Spring-Summer 2013 running collection from Icebreaker are available in stores and online at icebreaker.com now. The merino-wool running apparel will keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Once you go merino wool, you won’t go back to cotton or polyester… We’ve reviewed Icebreaker summer running apparel and also winter running…
Is 2013 the year of Quantified Self?
One of the biggest trend in the recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2013) in Las Vegas is ‘connected health’ and fitness gadgets or in general, the broad digital health arena. Advancements in sensors and component miniaturization coupled with system integration of next generation mobile devices and software apps have driven the market for wearable devices….
Photojojo Easy Macro Lens Band Review
I stumbled upon Photojojo out of frustration with having to carry so many cameras (digital SLR, multiple point-and-shoot, iPhone) and camera accessories (zoom lenses, wide angle lenses, tripod, monopod) with me when I attend races, track and cross country meets. Minimalism in photography equipment starts here! I wanted to minimize what I carry with just…
Magellan GPS Switch Review
Running watches with GPR, heart rate monitors, and other bells & whistles are one of my favorite toys. I’ve previously reviewed the Garmin 610 and the Motorola MOTOACTV. Recently introduced from Magellan GPS is the Switch and Switch UP. The Switch series of crossover GPS watches are perfect for athletes who run, bike, swim, or…
earhoox earbuds comfort & secure system
I’ve always been a supporter of small companies and start-ups, especially those that make your life better. Being involved with many start-ups in Silicon Valley for over 20 years, I know how hard it is to get funded and survive for many years without a steady salary. earhoox is one such company that caught my…
Knuckle Lights Version 2 Review
About a year ago, I reviewed the initial version of Knuckle Lights. Ever since then, I’ve been using it for running in the evenings and early mornings. And for walking my dogs every night with the Knuckle Lights. Knuckle Lights safety lights are worn across the knuckles in perfect position to light a path during…
Eagle Creek Pack-It Packing Solutions
I bought two large Eagle Creek Load Warrior Wheeled Duffel 30 from eBags over 6 years ago for family travel. This bag features expandability so you can pack 15% more when you need it, exterior and interior compression straps to compress and stabilize your load, and a laundry chute to keep your dirty and clean…
yurbuds Inspire For Women Review
yurbuds, maker of the sport earphones guaranteed never to hurt or fall out, recently launched its new “Inspire for Women” line, the perfect training partner for any female athlete. Inspire for Women was designed by Annie Karayiannis, yurbuds creative director. Karayiannis spent time researching female athletes to gain a better understanding of the earphone size,…
Book Review: APE – The 800 pound gorilla of publishing?
This is my review of the book, APE: Author, Publisher, Entrepreneur – How to Publish a Book, by Guy Kawasaki and Shawn Welch. I was fortunate to receive an advanced copy of his newly published book and decided to take on this review because I know a lot of runners and athletes out there are…