The darling harbour city of Yokohama proudly presents the 34th edition of the Yokohama Marathon on Sunday, 15 March 2015. Expecting to host a whopping 25,000 runners, the Yokohama Marathon is the 3rd largest marathon event in Japan for the general public, after the Tokyo Marathon and Osaka Marathon.

For any sports person undergoing an exercise regime, a higher energy requirement is needed than a sedentary person—so meeting the right energy requirement is paramount to success! Sports also creates an excellent starting point to resolve any deficiencies that may lead to a lack of energy.

Few countries as compact as Singapore can claim the same diversity of flora as this robust city-state. Thanks to Singapore’s extensive network of running trails located just minutes from major urban centres, it’s easy to see a wide array of plants in their native habitat without much effort. Below you’ll find a sampling of some of the more striking examples of exotic plant life that can be seen from Singapore’s numerous trails and nature walks.

On the surface level, running seems like a simple task. You strap on your sneakers, throw on some shorts and set off. Well, maybe if you are a man that’s what you do. If you are a woman, running is far from an off-the-cuff activity. Running takes preparation. Running takes mid-run adjustments. Running encompasses dealing with articles of clothing that men do not have to even consider. Running takes creativity. Running is much more involved than tossing on some clothes and hitting the road. Check out this list of the top 10 things that only female runners will comprehend and/or encounter.

Hosted for the 22nd time, the acclaimed Senshu International City Marathon once again opens up a full marathon challenge to avid long-distance runners. Organised by Osaka Athletics Association and co-sponsored by the Senshu region, the race celebrates sports and culture in the region comprising of 9 cities and 4 towns.

Some anxiety is a normal part of any competition, but what happens when pre-race jitters are keeping you from reaching your potential or making this sport no longer enjoyable? No one wants to see all of their hard work during training go to waste, but crippling anxiety before a race will make reaching your full potential nearly impossible. For those that continue to struggle with pre-race jitters, here is a look at exactly why this nervousness sets in just before a race, how it affects runners, and what can be done to lessen the symptoms of anxiety and get back to enjoying this sport.