![KNOW NO LIMITS WITH HOKA ATHLETE ANNIE HUGHES]()
January 10, 2022
For many young athletes, becoming a professional in your chosen sport is a dream come true. No one wake up
Annie Hughes then, because as one of our newest athletes, Annie’s living her high school dream. Annie’s professional ultrarunning career is no walk in the park, though – winning the grueling
Leadville 100 and
Moab 240 (that’s miles, by the way) takes an incredible amount of dedication, training, and planning. We sat down with Annie to learn more about her background with mountain running, how she tackles these epic races, and what she’s looking forward to next.
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![RUNNING ON INSULIN - ULTRA RUNNING WITH DIABETES]()
December 12, 2021
My journey with T1D has been hugely transformational in a very positive way so far. Hence I have decided to really test my capabilities as an athlete and T1 Diabetic while fundraising for the organisation who helps others like me. I have chosen to compete in the Tarawera 102km Ultramarathon as a way of testing my body to its absolute limit, physically, mentally and ‘diabetically’.
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![POST-MARATHON RECOVERY TIPS]()
December 01, 2021
Legend has it that after running back to Athens from the town of Marathon to announce the results of a key battle, the ancient Greek soldier and original marathoner, Pheidippides, collapsed – and never recovered.
Thanks to modern advances such as protein bars and sports drinks, to say nothing of modern medicine, you can expect your recovery to go a lot more smoothly than his.
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![RUNNING IN THE RAIN]()
November 30, 2021
When Henry Wadsworth Longfellow wrote “Into each life some rain must fall” in his romantically overwrought 1842 poem, The Rainy Day, he probably wasn’t lacing up his running shoes for a brisk jog through a deserted neighborhood.
His loss.
Running in the rain is one of the simpler pleasures that runners relish.
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![HIKING GEAR CHECKLIST FOR BEGINNERS]()
November 29, 2021
Packing for a hike can be intimidating, especially if you’re a beginner. You’ve got to make sure you’re dressed correctly and that you’re wearing the right shoes. On top of that, there’s a seemingly endless list of gear you might need to bring along, from personal location beacons to trekking poles.
If you’re looking for a place to start, we’ve got you covered with our hiking gear checklist.
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![THE BEST EXERCISES USED BY THE AB'S THAT WILL HELP YOUR RUNNING]()
November 06, 2021
The exercises that I often use in preparing rugby players to perform and to decrease injury incidence are simple and focus on two key factors – Mobility and Strength. There are numerous exercises and if time and energy was not a factor then I would probably prescribe way more variations. However, I like keeping things simple and believe in the “Basics” being done well…… consistently!
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![YOUR GUIDE TO RUNNING SAFETY, FROM THE STREET TO THE TRAILS]()
November 01, 2021
There is lots to think about when heading out for a run —- like, what gear you should grab or what food to bring. However, to be aware and to ensure you’re as safe as possible there are several other things most of us should think through before going out. Experts Alison Mariella Désir, who is a mother, activist, and community builder, and Gina Lucrezi, founder of Trail Sisters, have some great insight into how we can all stay safe when running streets and trails. Keep reading to find out how these women stay aware and how they’re making space for everyone to feel welcomed and like they belong.
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![HOW TO TRAIN FOR A TRIATHLON LIKE A PRO]()
October 27, 2021
Whether you’re looking to complete your first or tenth triathlon, HOKA athlete Sika Henry and Certified Personal Trainer Valerie Tyler have got you covered. HOKA: What is your favorite HOKA shoe and why? Sika: The Rocket X is my favorite HOKA shoe. It’s lightweight, fast, and provides enough cushion that I can get a ton of miles out of them. They are great across every distance — from 5K to marathon — and super easy to get my feet in during transition from bike to run.
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![HOW BREE WEE AND SKYE OMBAC LEAD WITH COURAGE]()
October 08, 2021
The bond created over shared miles is something unique to distance training. Bree Wee and Skye Ombac are both teachers in Kona, Hawaii, but also lovers of running. Bree, a former professional athlete, is currently training Skye to take over the world of triathlons. “Skye is the next triathlon queen of KONA and just knowing her heart I’m never going to hand it to her. I’m going to make her work for it. I want her to just become her best.” Learn more about this awesome duo, their journey with running, and advice they have for the next generation.
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![TRAINING CONSIDERATIONS FOR INJURY PREVENTION]()
October 06, 2021
The major challenge for most athletes is to remain injury free in the lead up to an event. We know that our success lies in the ability to train day in and day out, to get to the start line in as good a shape as possible. The problem though, is that many of us have dialled in on the training side of things and we don’t think as much about the recovery side of things.
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