You may have heard the expression, “a marathon is 90% mental and the other half is physical.” Oh, you haven’t? Sorry, that is a mutation of an old Yogi Berra baseball mantra, but you get the idea. Running at any distance is a combination of physical and mental fitness. All athletes should be focused not […]
Smart Summer Running: 8 Tips to Keep You Strong, Healthy, and Hydrated
It’s mid-May, the weather is heating up, and it’s time for my annual “Smart Summer Running Tips” post. Planning ahead and preparing for warmer days will definitely help you stay cool this summer. This post is sponsored by adidas. While the official first day of summer may be June 20, we all know that Memorial […]
Stop Making these Training Mistakes if You Want to Race Better
As a fellow runner, I want you to achieve your goals, enjoy running, and remain injury-free. As a running coach, I want all of the same things for you, plus I want to help you keep from making the same training mistakes that are keeping you from setting that PR, improving and enjoying your races, […]
7 Simple Tips for Running an Awesome Second Marathon
You Did It! You are a marathoner! It was hard, it was exciting, it may even have been grueling, but you did it. After a few days spent rejoicing, sharing your experience, showing off your medal, and impressing your coworkers, you may be thinking, “What’s next?” Okay, so maybe you will deal first with your […]
6 Valuable Tips for Complete Marathon Recovery
Fact: Marathons are hard on the body. No matter your pace, you have been pounding for 26.2 miles, not to mention the months of hard training involved in preparation for the marathon. Your body needs a rest. Here are some tips to maximize marathon recovery. This post contains affiliate links. It can be difficult for […]
10 Questions You Should Never Ask a Runner
I feel the need for a little lighthearted fun, how about you? I wrote this post a few years ago and it still makes me smile. Whether you’re a runner or not, you’ll be nodding your head and laughing at some of the answers. Here are 10 questions you should never ask a runner. If […]
