While much of marathon training focuses on preparing to run 26.2 miles it is important to have a race day plan too. After all, you’ve just spent anywhere from four to six months in an intensive effort to run a successful marathon. You had a training plan, followed it, did all your workouts, you’ve tapered, […]
Training for Your First Half Marathon: 10 Tips for Success
So you’ve finally decided to take the plunge and sign up for your first half marathon! Congratulations! You are now on your way to training for and competing in the most popular distance in running! Now, before we go any further, here’s a mental exercise for you (and I only have you do it because […]
Do It Anywhere Runners Workout
Do It Anywhere Runners Workout I love having a workout that I can do anywhere. A do it anywhere runners workout that can be done at home, at the gym, even outdoors if the weather is fine. This is that workout. No equipment is necessary though a mat and a chair would be quite helpful. […]
So You Want to be a Trail Runner? 11 Trail Running Tips
Do you usually run on the roads? Have you ever tried trail running? I know there are a lot of runners out there who would love to try running and racing on trails, so here are some trail running tips to get you started. This post contains affiliate links. 11 Trail Running Tips Start Slowly […]
12 Running Myths You May Still Believe
Running. It seems easy, doesn’t it? Put on your shoes and run out the door. I even tell my coaching clients that running is a simple sport. You don’t need much equipment besides good shoes. But wait! There are a lot of running myths out there. Should those shoes be supportive or minimal? Or should […]
5 Things I Wish I’d Known When I Started Running
I’ve been running a long time but I can still remember, not my actual first run, but the next three days after that first run. I’m not sure even how far I ran that very first day I started running, but, knowing me, it was probably several miles. When I started running I was already […]
