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My job is testing running shoes — here are 5 shoes on sale for under $100 I’d recommend
I get to test and review the best running shoes for a living and, yes, it’s a pretty sweet gig all round. I usually test around 50 pairs of shoes a year, and love being able to recommend the right shoe to a runner, especially when that shoe is available at a big discount. Running shoes are not cheap, so…
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Want stronger legs without running? I tried rucking for a week, and it’s a game-changer
I’ve been writing about fitness for the past decade and have seen countless workout trends come and go. Right now, everyone is talking about the benefits of walking, and more specifically, walking with a weighted backpack — also known as rucking. Rucking has roots in military training, and is a full-body workout that’ll strengthen your muscles and send your heart…
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Microsoft’s LinkedIn chief is now running Office as part of an AI reorg
As we build out the next phase of the agentic web, we have a tremendous opportunity to transform every role, business process, and industry. The distinct categories of today will all converge to power this next wave of innovation. And to that end, we are bringing together LinkedIn, Microsoft 365, and Dynamics 365 to redefine and to drive these new…
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I ditched my $170 Hoka running shoes for these $85 Skechers — and I’m blown away
I’m not going to lie, when I saw that the Skechers Go Run Elevate 2.0 sneakers were just $85, I was a little suspicious. Why? Because some of the best running shoes cost an arm and a leg. My personal running shoes, the Hoka Speedgoat 5 GTX, are no different, at $170. Yes, I know that the Skechers Go Run…
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How Much Running Shoes Cost, Depending on the Type of Runner You Are
I’m Lifehacker’s resident marathon runner and senior finance writer—and now, I’m merging my two worlds. While running requires minimal equipment compared to other activities, the right footwear can make or break your experience—and your budget. Let’s break down what various types of runners should expect to spend on shoes, which investments are worth it, and where you can save without…
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Why the Treadmill Can Feel so Much Easier Than Running Outside
Is the treadmill harder or easier than running outdoors? Survey runners, and you’ll get plenty of different opinions on which feels harder or easier, but the basic physics of running are the same on both. (I promise.) So why do people who are used to treadmills find that they’re slower when they run outdoors? I’m going to run through the…
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What Strava Buying Runna Will Mean for Both Running Apps
We may earn a commission from links on this page. The founders of Runna announced today that Strava has bought their company. Runna is a paid running app that provides structured training plans (which I personally loved when I tried it), while Strava is a hugely popular tracking and social app for runners and cyclists, with both a free and…
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Someone Got Windows Running on a Pixel Watch Because Why Not
Summary PhD student boots Windows on a Pixel Watch 3, named project “Windows on ARM.” Successfully installed UEFI to allow Windows to boot properly on the smartwatch. While not practical, seeing Windows on a smartwatch highlights the potential for modding. Imagine glancing down at your wrist and seeing the familiar Windows logo. That’s the reality a determined PhD student has…
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How to Keep Your Septic System Running Smoothly
Don’t allow heavy vehicles or machinery (cars, bulldozers, boats, RVs) to park or drive on top of your septic tank or drainfield; the weight can damage the underground structures. Don’t ever try to open the lid of your septic tank (or the cap to an access riser) yourself. Doing so could expose you to dangerous sewer gases like hydrogen sulfide…
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The Running Gear You Should Splurge On (and When You Can Go Cheap)
We may earn a commission from links on this page. I’m Lifehacker’s resident marathon runner and senior finance writer. And now, I’m merging my two worlds. Last month I wrote about what it looks like to invest in proper running gear. But while I was breaking down how much running gear can cost, I didn’t dive into how much gear…
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