ABOUT US
Thích Chạy Bộ
An independent publication and open data platform dedicated to runners who want deep, battle-tested insights into gear, biomechanics, and marathon training.
1. What is Thích Chạy Bộ?
Thích Chạy Bộ (thichchaybo.com) is a specialized online publication covering road running, trail ultramarathons, and sports exercise science. Founded independently by passionate amateur endurance runners, our mission is to deliver rigorous, hype-free product testing, transparent data comparisons, and scientific training calculators completely free of charge.
We believe that running is more than just fitness—it is a lifelong practice of discipline, cardiovascular health, mental resilience, and personal growth.
2. Product Testing Methodology & Editorial Standards
Every running shoe review and gear breakdown on our platform follows our core principles: Objectivity, Transparency, and Empirical Field Testing:
- Cumulative Mileage Road Testing: Every shoe undergoes extensive real-world running (Easy runs, Tempo paces, Track intervals, and weekend Long Runs) to evaluate midsole compound resilience, energy return degradation, and outsole traction across varied pavement and wet surfaces.
- Precision Physical Measurements: We measure actual shoe weight on calibrated scales (US 8 / US 9 samples), inspect heel-to-toe drop variations, and evaluate forefoot toe-box width for natural splay.
- Segment Analysis & Price-to-Performance Ratio: We provide transparent breakdowns of pros, cons, and side-by-side head-to-head comparisons against category rivals to help runners invest their budget wisely.
- Editorial Independence: We do not accept paid brand sponsorships to inflate review scores. Weaknesses—whether firmness, lack of breathability, or durability concerns—are reported transparently and fairly.
3. Interactive Runner Tool Ecosystem
Beyond editorial reviews, Thích Chạy Bộ provides 4 specialized interactive hubs to empower daily workouts and race preparation:
- Shoe Lab & Rotation Studio (Shoe Finder, Head-to-Head Compare & Closet): 6-variable biomechanical algorithm to discover your ideal pair, compare up to 3 models simultaneously, cross-convert sizing across 10 global brands, and track shoe mileage retirement thresholds.
- Pace & 12-Week Training Plan Studio: Jack Daniels VDOT pace tables, Treadmill speed/incline converters, custom Pace Band generators, and personalized 12-week marathon/half-marathon training schedules.
- Race Day Nutrition & Heart Rate Zone 2 Station: Kilometer-by-kilometer carbohydrate and hydration calculators, race what-if simulators, and science-backed fat-burning Zone 2 heart rate thresholds.
- Curated GPS Running Routes Explorer: Interactive GPS-powered catalog of 240+ verified running spots with wide sidewalks, car-free park loops, water fountains, and downloadable GPX routes for Garmin, Coros, and Apple Watch.
4. Founder & Editorial Profile (E-E-A-T)
All content, lab data, and reviews on Thích Chạy Bộ are managed by Hieu alongside a dedicated group of endurance running practitioners:
- Practical Field Experience: Amateur endurance runner with 4–5 years of consistent distance training. The central philosophy is running for sustainable health, longevity, and everyday vitality.
- Personal Bests (PR): 5K in 24 minutes, 10K in 58 minutes, Half Marathon (21.1km) in 2 hours 05 minutes.
- Race Experience: Completed numerous official Half Marathon events including the VnExpress Marathon series, Heritage Marathon, and major city races in Vietnam.
- Footwear & Biomechanics Geek: Deep interest in supercritical midsole foams, carbon composite plates, and running biomechanics to provide practical, accessible advice for everyday runners.
5. Multi-Platform Community Channels
Follow our updates, visual shoe breakdowns, and training discussions across multiple channels:
6. Corrections & Reader Feedback Policy
Product specifications, retail prices, and material formulations evolve over time. We welcome feedback and corrections from our global readership. If any data point requires clarification or revision, our editorial team commits to reviewing and updating the article within 24 to 48 hours.
For questions, press inquiries, or corrections, contact us directly at: [email protected].