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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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Which Is Best for Running MS-DOS Apps?
Summary FreeDOS is an operating system that can run MS-DOS programs natively and will appeal more to enthusiasts. DOSBox is an emulator that simplifies running MS-DOS programs but comes with some limitations. If you just want to run a specific game or app, try DOSBox first. If you want a complete OS to play with, go for FreeDOS. If you…
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You just need 5 minutes and these 6 mobility exercises to boost your running warm-ups, according to a fitness coach
Two reasons running is so popular? It’s an accessible and affordable hobby. A good pair of the best running shoes and a sprinkle of motivation are all you need, which is when a sound warm-up routine comes in. When searching for ways to warm up for a run, you’ll find many routines — but here’s one for the colder, winter…
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Hoka Bondi 9 review: my verdict after running 40 miles
The Bondi was the original max-stack running shoe, and the one that really helped Hoka stand out from the crowd when it launched in 2010. Nowadays every brand is pushing max-cushioned cruisers and the Hoka Bondi 9 risks getting lost in a sea of similar shoes. Hoka has made some good updates to the shoe compared with the Hoka Bondi…
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