What to Do Post Run?
Ever wonder what the most important thing is to do post run? Eat? Stretch? Foam roll? Shower??? Fret no more, I’m going to walk you through what matters, what you can do later and what […]
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11 Marathon Training Secrets Every Runner Should Know
Marathon training is a whole new ballgame for most runners. It’s not simply doubling up on mileage from half marathon training, it requires a whole lot more because your body needs so much more to […]
Tips For Running Together (No frustration or fighting, just fun!)
Are you a couple that rarely fights? Try running together…someone gets frustrated, someone gets tired, someone huffs and puffs till they blow your little house down. All right not all workouts go this way, but […]
Fartlek Training | What is it and Example Workouts
Besides having the best name in all of running workouts, fartlek training is also fun to do. The Swedish word means “speed play” and that’s exactly the intent of these workouts. No need for a […]
How Many Miles Is a 5K, 10K, 25K, Half Marathon, Marathon or Ultramarathon?
Whether you’ve just started running or you’re looking for a new challenge, you might be wondering just how far certain races really are and what’s a good time. Let’s put these in to perspective and […]
Running for a Cause: How to Raise Funds
In nearly 20 years of running, one thing I’ve not done is running for a cause. Meaning raising big money to be part of a charity group. I prefer races that benefit a cause, but […]
Aqua Jogging: How To Implement Pool Running Workouts
Pool running doesn’t have to be relegated to the fate of the injured runner. No, no, aqua jogging is a great opportunity to pull on your flowered swim cap and get in a workout that’s […]
Confidently Running Alone: Tips for Running Safely
With each breaking news story of a runner attacked, I watch the fear begin to rise within our community. After a few of you reached out asking if I had any specific tips for running […]
18 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Running My First Half Marathon
If we knew all the obstacles we’d face in our first half marathon, it’s unlikely we’d ever start. Which is why in some respects, I’m glad I didn’t know that it was crazy to go […]
What to Eat the Night Before a Long Run
Marathon training brings with it a whole host of new questions. How do we run so far without getting bored? How do we prevent chafing? How do we carry food on long runs? Do we […]