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We’re runners, tennis players, olympians, collegiate athletes, and sports enthusiasts in general. We’re here to share advice for athletes of all levels—everything from how to run your first 5k, tips for improving your squash & racquetball skills, how to pick the best tennis shoes, and much more.

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We’re runners, tennis players, olympians, collegiate athletes, and sports enthusiasts in general. We’re here to share advice for athletes of all levels—everything from how to run your first 5k, tips for improving your squash & racquetball skills, how to pick the best tennis shoes, and much more.

    The Ultimate [Pain-Free] Trail Running Shoe Guide 2021 | How to fix plantar fasciitis and joint pain

    The Ultimate [Pain-Free] Trail Running Shoe Guide 2021 | How to fix plantar fasciitis and joint pain

    In this episode, we cover:  


    The must-haves that you need in a trail running shoe
    How to choose the best features and technologies runners want in a trail running shoe
    Matching specific trail shoes to the different combinations of all these factors  



    Here are some of the shoes mentioned in the episode (broken down by category): 

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    Casual Trail Runs 

    — Best Overall: Saucony Peregrine

    ​— Best Heavily Cushioned: Hoka Stinson ATR

    ​— Best Heel to Toe Offset: Salomon Sense Ride

    ​— Best Arch and Pronation Support: Brooks Cascadia

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    Tempo Training 

    — Best Overall: Hoka Evo Jawz

    ​— Best Heavily Cushioned: Brooks Catamount

    ​— Best Heel to Toe Offset: Salomon Wildcross





    See the rest of the list >> right here

    • 12 min
    Ultimate (Pain-Free) Running Shoe Guide

    Ultimate (Pain-Free) Running Shoe Guide

    In this episode, we cover:

    1) The must-haves that you need in a running shoe based on your foot shape and gait cycle

    2) How to choose the best shoe features and technologies runners want in a running shoe

    3) Then we'll match specific shoes to the different combinations of all these factors


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    Here’s our free 5k training program:
    https://www.holabirdsports.com/pages/5k-training-guide

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    Here are some of the shoes mentioned in the video (broken down by category):
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    Casual runs
    — Brooks Ghost https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/brooks-ghost-13-womens-splash-pack-pink
    — Hoka Rincon https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/hoka-one-one-rincon-2-womens-clematis-blue-artic-ice
    — Nike Pegasus
    https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/nike-air-zoom-pegasus-37-mens-black-medium-olive
    — Hoka Arahi
    https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/hoka-one-one-arahi-4-mens-lead-lunar-rock



    Find all the other shoe models mentioned here, on holabirdsports.com!

    • 14 min
    Beginner’s Guide to Trail Running (Pt 2)

    Beginner’s Guide to Trail Running (Pt 2)

    In this episode, we’re going to dive into:

    1) What to look for in a trail running shoe

    2) How to pick the best trail shoes based on your goals

    3) Specifically which shoe models we recommend based on your needs & preferences

    4) And a few beginner tips to help get you started

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    Here’s our our free 5k training program:
    https://www.holabirdsports.com/pages/5k-training-guide

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    Here are the recommended shoes by category:

    Casual runs
    — Salomon Sense Ride 3 https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/salomon-sense-ride-3-womens-navy-blazer-flint-stone-angel-falls
    — Saucony Peregrine 10 https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/saucony-peregrine-10-mens-pine-orange

    Tempo / Fartlek training
    — Brooks Catamount https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/brooks-catamount-womens-white-iced-aqua-blue
    — Hoka JAWZ https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/hoka-one-one-evo-jawz-mens-cyan-citrus

    Racing / speed (5k - half marathon)
    — Inov-8 X Talon G 235 https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/inov-8-x-talon-g-235-mens-orange-black
    — Hoka Evo Speedgoat 4 https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/hoka-one-one-speedgoat-4-mens-black-iris-bright-marigold

    Long-distance (ultramarathon)
    — Merrell MTL Long Sky https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/merrell-mtl-long-sky-womens-black-dazzle
    — Altra Superior 4.5 https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/altra-superior-4-5-mens-black

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    Here are the other accessories mentioned in the video like water vests, and sugar gel packets.
    Handheld water bottle
    https://www.holabirdsports.com/collections/handheld-hydration

    Hydration waist packs
    https://www.holabirdsports.com/collections/hydration-belts

    Hydration pack or vest
    https://www.holabirdsports.com/collections/hydration-packs-vests

    Sugar gels & jellies
    https://www.holabirdsports.com/collections/nutrition

    • 8 min
    Beginner’s Guide to Trail Running (Pt 1)

    Beginner’s Guide to Trail Running (Pt 1)

    If you’re looking for a fun way to get in shape, relieve some stress, and connect with nature -- or if you’re just looking to change up your regular running routine -- trail running is a great choice.

    It doesn’t require a ton of gear, and it’s easy to get started.


    In this episode, we discuss:

    1) The benefits of trail running -- and how it can be very different from road running

    2) Trail running techniques & little adjustments you’ll need to make if you’re used to running on pavement or a treadmill

    3) And how to find trails near you

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    Here’s our our free 5k training program:
    https://www.holabirdsports.com/pages/5k-training-guide

    • 5 min
    Diadora Tennis Shoes Review & Breakdown

    Diadora Tennis Shoes Review & Breakdown

    In this episode, we run through Diadora’s tennis shoe 2020 lineup, and break down each shoe to show what types of players, and courts, they're designed for.

    Here's the link to our Ultimate 5k Training Guide (8-Week Program): https://drive.google.com/file/d/19zfr... __________________________________________________

    Here are the shoe breakdowns per category:

    For aggressive players
    Blushield 4 – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/diadora-speed-blushield-4-ag-womens-white-black


    For baseline players
    Competition 5 – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/diadora-speed-competition-5-womens-black-white-purple


    For clay court
    Blushield 4 Clay – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/diadora-speed-blushield-4-clay-mens-white-blue-fluo
    Competition 5+ Clay – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/diadora-speed-competition-5-clay-mens-fluo-yellow-royal-blue-black
    Fly 2+ Clay – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/diadora-speed-blushield-2-clay-mens-royal-black-white


    For all court
    Fly 2 – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/diadora-speed-blushield-2-ag-mens-white-olivine
    Competition 5 – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/diadora-speed-competition-5-womens-black-white-purple
    Blushield 4 – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/diadora-speed-blushield-4-ag-womens-white-black

    Stability & durability (water-resistance leather)
    Speed Star K Duratech AG – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/diadora-speed-star-k-duratech-ag-mens-white-blue-fluo

    Light & breathable
    Speed Challenge 3 AG – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/diadora-speed-challenge-3-ag-mens-white-blue-fluo

    Comfort
    Fly 2 – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/diadora-speed-blushield-2-ag-mens-white-olivine

    • 6 min
    Best ASICS Tennis Shoe Review

    Best ASICS Tennis Shoe Review

    In this episod, we run through ASICS tennis shoe 2020 lineup, and break down each shoe to show what types of players, and courts, they're designed for.

    Here's the link to our Ultimate 5k Training Guide (8-Week Program): https://drive.google.com/file/d/19zfr_ONImRp_9evaqHGTP9z1adweqNxh/view?usp=sharing __________________________________________________

    Here are the shoe breakdowns per category:

    For aggressive players
    Solution Speed FF – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/asics-solution-speed-ff-womens-white-fiery-red
    Court Speed FF – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/asics-court-speed-ff-mens-mako-blue-mako-blue

    For baseline players
    Resolution 8 – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/asics-gel-resolution-8-womens-white-lagoon
    Challenger 12 – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/asics-gel-challenger-12-womens-fiery-red-white

    For clay court
    Resolution 8 Clay – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/asics-gel-resolution-8-clay-womens-fiery-red-white
    Challenger 12 Clay – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/asics-gel-challenger-12-clay-mens-mako-blue-gunmetal
    Solution Speed FF Clay – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/asics-solution-speed-ff-clay-womens-techno-cyan-white

    For all court
    Resolution 8 – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/asics-gel-resolution-8-womens-white-lagoon
    Solution Speed FF – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/asics-solution-speed-ff-womens-white-fiery-red
    Court FF 2 – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/asics-court-ff-2-mens-mako-blue-white

    For beginners
    Dedicate 6 – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/asics-gel-dedicate-6-mens-asics-blue-white
    Game 7 – https://www.holabirdsports.com/products/asics-gel-game-7-womens-white-fiery-red

    • 7 min

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