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 […]
13.1 Tips to Help You Run Your Best Half Marathon
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 […]
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 […]
Smart Summer Running: 8 Tips to Keep You Strong, Healthy, and Hydrated
It’s almost mid-June, 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. While the official first day of summer may be June 20, we all know that Memorial weekend is the real, if […]
