While the marathon seems to be a goal for many runners, the half marathon is still the most popular race distance in the United States. Yes, the marathon provides a multitude of challenges, but training to run your best half marathon is tough as well, and not preparing properly can lead to a bad race […]
5 Ways to Help Your Co-Workers Get Active (without nagging)
Do you sometimes worry about your co-workers and friends because you feel they are not living a healthy lifestyle? There are things that you can do to help them find their way to exercise. Here are five things you can do to get them started on the road to better health. Because work is such […]
10 Tips That Will Make You a Better Runner
Everybody wants to be a better runner, right? The thing is, everyone may have a slightly different definition of what being a better runner means to them. For many, being a better runner means being a faster runner. For others, it means they can run without injury. And for still others, being a better runner […]
3 Hill Workouts to Get Faster and Stronger
Whether you’re training for a hilly race or just want to get stronger and faster, hill workouts should be a part of your plan. Depending upon your own goals, there are several types of hill workouts that provide different benefits. Here are three workouts that should be a part of your training program. 3 Hill […]
12 Essential Tips that will Help You Avoid Running Injuries
With many people starting to train for races coming in the fall, it’s a good time to think about what you should be doing right now to help you avoid running injuries later. This is especially the case because many runners have cut down their mileage and training because, well, because they’ve had nothing to […]
Train Smarter Not Harder: 5 Ways to PR Running Three Days a Week
Personal Record. PR. It has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it? For many runners, setting a personal best time in a race is their ultimate goal. It also may seem unattainable, requiring hours and days of training that just aren’t possible for some athletes. While running five or six days a week may seem […]
