Bernice Torregrossa

Electrolytes are minerals, such as sodium, potassium and calcium, that carry an electrical charge when dissolved in fluid. Because they conduct the electrical impulses that keep the body running by maintaining a steady heartbeat, helping muscles contract and relax, and carrying nerve signals to the brain, a lack of electrolytes is cause for alarm. An electrolyte imbalance will generally present itself first through muscle cramps, severe fatigue, irregular heartbeats or nausea.

Hyrox is an indoor fitness competition that alternates 1-kilometer runs with eight functional exercises, including a sled push, sled pull, farmer’s carry, weighted lunges, medicine ball throwing, rowing and broad

The Figgy Kids Triathlon has become a staple part of the back to school calendar that offers children a chance to try their first triathlon in a safe environment, or improve on past performances. The triathlon, set for Sunday, takes place in Stevenson Park in Friendswood.

The Lago Mar MultiSport Festival, re-scheduled for Aug. 29 and 30, takes place in and around the Crystal Lagoon in Texas City’s Lago Mar neighborhood.

Because the running during a football game is done in short bursts that rarely cover a hundred yards, most of the run training on football teams is done in short bursts as well. Runners know this as interval training, and it is one of the most effective forms of exercise available.

By BERNICE TORREGROSSA For a child, few things are as fun as going to the beach at night and exploring with a flashlight.

After a successful debut in 2025, the 5K is building on last year's launch with more activities and new swag as it benefits the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's research, advocacy and education programs.

The Texas City Dike has long been a fishing person's haven, but in the past five years it has become a popular destination for running and cycling events. Next weekend, the Houston Methodist Texas City Triathlon returns for its fifth running, with even more options than before.

By BERNICE TORREGROSSA With the first hint of fall, races start popping up on the calendar. Next weekend has options on Galveston Island and on the mainland spanning Saturday and Sunday.

Speaking of finish lines, this week's column is a finish line of sorts for yours truly. Even though I have, as Robert Frost said, “miles to go before I sleep,” it's time to pass the baton to another runner in the relay of running columnists that stretches back several decades before me. After 20 years of weekly writing, a few hundred races completed, thousands of miles logged, and a few ill-advised adventures, it's time you heard from fresh legs. I wish that person — and all of you readers — happy trails.