New Balance’s latest N2 cushioning technology, nitrogen-injected heel, offers a cushy run. The ride was pretty decent, with a smooth heel to toe transition. The shoe’s low heel to toe ratio is great for mid-foot running and a natural foot strike.

There’s probably more misinformation on the subject of hydration than any other aspect of fuelling, which is really bad because over hydration also presents the most serious physiological consequences of any fuelling issue.

The Halo II pullover headband is technically designed to keep sweat and sunscreen out of your eyes and off your glasses while training, working out, racing, or just working hard.

Amidst the quiet ambivalence that encroach the looming chaos on Monday, the 2012 NTUC Club U Run occupied the sleeping streets of the island nation’s economic engine with over 5,440 runners sweeping the city grounds in a collage of red; not in “protest” but in celebration of that liberating running experience.

The shoes felt snug around my feet, fitting like a pair of gloves, reminding me of climbing shoes or booties, except that they’re much more comfortable and secure with adequate cushioning and support at the heel counter.

Many of us have no problems running 14 kilometres. It is, however, a different story when you add nine challenging obstacles. The obstacles will break your running rhythm and force you to use different muscle groups.