Running, in my opinion, has changed massively over the past few years. What once started off as a simple form of exercise has now developed into a very popular sporting discipline that is a huge part in major sporting competitions such as the Olympics.
In the earlier years, running or jogging as it used to be mainly known as, was just a way to keep fit and all it involved was putting on a pair of running shoes and then going for a quick jog around the block.
Thanks to big developments in science and technology, the sport of running has improved massively in the past few years and there are constantly new training techniques and tips being uploaded on the internet in order to make you able to run faster and longer with less effort.
Examples of developments in science and technology include the invention of high tech running watches such as the Garmin Running Watches and Fit Bit Watches. There are also a large number of health and running apps available to be downloaded on phones or iPods. All of these inventions mean that runners are now able to track all their runs and calculate their total distance, heart-rate, calories burned, and pace per mile/kilometre.
As well as that, there are also new ways of scientifically training for running including what is known as the VO2 Max Test. This test figures out the maximum amount of oxygen that your body can consume and how efficient your muscles are able to work. It involves recording your CO2 production, and oxygen consumption. The results from this will then give you your VO2 Max, approximate lactate threshold, and your heart rate max.
Running shoes and clothes have also changed hugely over the years. The sports brands such as Nike, Adidas, New Balance, and Reebok have introduced excellent new running clothes to the market. The fabric is now much lighter and suitable for running and lycra fabric is very popular amongst many runners. There are new types of gear such as compression socks and sleeves that help the blood flow and stop your legs from swelling.
Due to the discovery of the fact that there are 3 different running shoe types, trainers have now been created to suit all running types. The 3 running types are neutral pronation, over pronation and supination. I over pronate which means that I always go for motion control running shoes as they help to support the inner sides of my feet. People who have a supination tend to choose cushioning running shoes whereas neutral pronators are most likely to for running shoes that have plenty of stability.
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