How to make running zen. Post written by Leo Babauta.
Running is my zazen. It’s my meditation, my peaceful routine, my inner sanctum. In Zen Buddhism, zazen (which literally means “seated meditation”) is the central focus of the practice. Depending on the school of Zen, zazen is used to concentrate on koans or to just sit and be present, experiencing things in the moment. Of course, I’m not a Zen Buddhist, and I don’t do much actual sitting meditation (sometimes, but not often), but I do use running as my form of meditation, of trying to be present. 7 Food Hacks to Stay Alert Without Caffeine. Editor’s note: This is a guest post from Scott Young of ScottHYoung.com.
Are you a zombie without your morning cup of coffee? Instead of using caffeine to stay awake, you can tweak the food you eat to get more energy. By making small changes to your eating patterns you can prevent morning grogginess and mid-afternoon slumps. Ask The Experts: Marathon Nutrition with Nick Morgan – Nutrition. Nick Morgan is Lead Sport Scientist at Lucozade Sport.
Read the whole forum debate Q. Is there any benefit in doing my long runs without taking on any products? Would they then have an 'extra-bonus' effect on race day? Maracuya.