The Local Three, Six, Five: Kate’s Down to Earth Running Community: Local Race Recap

by Trailblazer October 2, 2012 Barefoot Running

By Guest Blogger: Kate Baron “Life is just better when you have a goal.” – Lauren Fleshman. My favorite and most motivating season is here!  RACE SEASON. The start of autumn brings the start of weekend races galore.  Usually they favor hot cider, clam chowder, and other delish autumn grub – just an added delight [...]

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3 Tips for Making the Transition to Minimalist Running

by TonyDasilva September 27, 2012 Barefoot Running
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The starting point and early transition into minimalist running can be tough, so here are some tips to make that process a little less intense. – Tony While it might be tempting for both new and experienced runners to “jump in” and give minimalist running a try, injuries can easily happen if basic steps aren’t [...]

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The Local Three, Six, Five: Kate’s Down to Earth Running Community – “THE BORED RUNNER”

by TonyDasilva September 25, 2012 Barefoot Running

By Guest Blogger: Kate Baron “THE BORED RUNNER” “If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got.” - Henry Ford How many ways can we apply these wise words to our lives? As I finished up my race weekend, I found myself thinking about where I’d be right now, had [...]

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Merrell’s The Pack – Trail Exercises (VIDEO)

by TonyDasilva September 21, 2012 Barefoot Running
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Switch up the daily routine and hit the trails on your lunch break! Watch the Merrell Pack Trail Video for tips to make it count below.

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The Local Three, Six, Five: Kate’s Down to Earth Running Community

by Trailblazer September 18, 2012 Barefoot Running
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By: Kate Baron HEADS IN THE GAME – BUT THE CLOCK IS ALWAYS RUNNING OUT Everyday life is hard work. Being a runner is hard work. So, the mother of all challenges? Existing successfully in our day to day lives and creating time for fitness. Everyone has their own story.  Everyone’s day looks different. However, [...]

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The New Vibram Fivefingers Crossfit Video

by TonyDasilva September 17, 2012 Barefoot Running
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Vibram Fivefingers Europe just posted a pretty rad crossfit video montage. Check it out below.

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6 Running Experts on How to Overcome an Injury

by TonyDasilva September 7, 2012 Barefoot Running
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Overcoming Injury Tip No.1: Find the Cause of Pain Danny Dreyer Injury prevention is ideal, but what do you when you get hurt? Does that mean you can’t maintain your training? And how quickly can you get back to running without possibly re-injuring yourself? From learning how to cross-train with an injury to finding out [...]

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The Local Three, Six, Five: Kate’s Down to Earth Running Community

by TonyDasilva August 28, 2012 Run
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This week, I’d like to welcome and introduce you to our newest guest blogger and runner: Kate Baron! Check out her first introductory post below and let’s get to know her a little bit better. Hello! I’m Kate Baron. I was raised, and am still living in Guilford, CT – with many adventures along the way. I’m married to my [...]

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Review: The New Nike Free Run+ 3 Running Shoe

by TonyDasilva August 20, 2012 Barefoot Running
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Nike delivers their latest take on a lightweight, barefoot-like, running shoe with the new Nike Free Run+ 3: a low profile, super lightweight shoe that features a flex sole that mimics your natural stride. Having worked through earlier versions of the Nike Free Run, we can say that for those looking for both a running [...]

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Trailblazer’s Run the Gauntlet

by TonyDasilva August 16, 2012 Events

Trailblazer’s first annual 5K race complete with obstacles, sand, live music and fun! The event takes place on September 30, 2012 at Hammonasset Beach State Park in Madison, CT. Participants will attempt to conquer 8-12 obstacles as they run 3.1 miles along the shore of Hammonasset Beach. Obstacles include tires, hay bales, water, cargo nets, [...]

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3 Core-Strengthening Exercises From the Experts

by TonyDasilva August 16, 2012 Run

Unlike other areas of the human anatomy, our bodies do not contain much skeletal support at the core, so core abdominal muscles are required for stabilizing the body in imbalanced positions. And there might be no more imbalanced environments an athlete can subject themselves to than the swim, bike, and run legs of a triathlon. [...]

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Interview: Dean Karnazes Makes Marathoners Look Lazy

by TonyDasilva August 15, 2012 Run

Think one marathon is tough? Try 50, in 50 states, on 50 consecutive days. Dean Karnazes has. He’s also run 350 miles in 82 straight hours, raced in 120-degree heat and in below-zero temperatures and thinks 31 miles counts as a short race. At 49, Karnazes is the ultra, ultra-marathoner and, surprisingly, also kind of [...]

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Tough Mudder Trailblazer Aftermath with Paola Guevara

by TonyDasilva July 19, 2012 Barefoot Running
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Tough Mudder has come and gone, but the the Trailblazer/Denali team is still feeling the effects. Let’s dig in with some follow up questions this week to see how they faired at this past week’s chaos in Vermont. Second up, Paola Guevara. How did the event compare to your expectations? Was it easier or tougher than [...]

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Tough Mudder Trailblazer Aftermath with Chris Mejias

by TonyDasilva July 18, 2012 Barefoot Running
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Tough Mudder has come and gone, but the the Trailblazer/Denali team is still feeling the effects. Let’s dig in with some follow up questions this week to see how they faired at this past week’s chaos in Vermont. First up, Chris Mejias. How did the event compare to your expectations? Was it easier or tougher [...]

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Trailblazer’s Run the Gauntlet

by TonyDasilva July 16, 2012 Barefoot Running
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Join Trailblazer for the Inaugural Run the Gauntlet Race! The first annual event features a 5K complete with obstacles, sand, live music and fun! Participants will try and conquer 8-10 obstacles as they run 3.1 miles along the shore of Hammonasset Beach. Some obstacles include tires, hay bales, water, cargo nets, and much more! After [...]

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Trailblazer and Denali Team Up for Tough Mudder: Profile – Derek Humphrey

by TonyDasilva July 13, 2012 Climb
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Our team is getting totally  psyched for Tough Mudder this weekend. Last but not least, and rounding out our week profile series is, Derek Humphrey, our New Haven store manager! Motto: “Send it!” As of right now, how are you feeling about taking on the Tough Mudder Challenge? It’s definitely going to be a challenge and a new [...]

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Trailblazer and Denali Team Up for Tough Mudder: Profile – Garred Grate

by TonyDasilva July 12, 2012 Climb
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Our team is getting totally  psyched for Tough Mudder this weekend. This week we’ll take a look at who will take over the Mudder this time around. Name: Garred Grate “I’m outdoorsy in that I like getting drunk on patios.” As of right now, how are you feeling about taking on the Tough Mudder Challenge? [...]

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