The 2014 Nike Free running collection makes a performance statement echoing those famous words from coach and Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman: It’s all about the feet – it’s not about the shoes.

The hue of energy and adventure, look sharp and run fast with the colour orange. Try the bold orange Short-Sleeve Reaxion Amp Crew shirt, along with the Supernova Split Shorts. Throw on a pair of X-Bionic Accumulator Run socks, and balance the outfit the New Balance 890v4s, with black and yellow highlights.

If you run, you want to take advantage of every opportunity to improve your performance. This involves many factors, including consistent practice and keeping track of your progress. Your diet can also have a significant impact on your results. While it’s well known that you need a healthy diet and that junk foods should be avoided, there are certain lesser known foods that can provide you with surprising benefits.

Suzanne Walsham is one tenacious lady. She’s won the Empire State Building Run Up five times (with her most recent one in February 2014). Locally, she’s been the women’s champion for the Swissotel Vertical Marathon for an astounding eight times!

After the tropical weekday showers, last Sunday was extra sunny, with 3,500 people turning up to participate in this year’s Nathan Singapore City Race.

The marathon is a defining event in communities around the globe. For participants, that sense of community is even greater and extends to an international group of runners who often times compete in the same events year after year.