Most gyms are in that January rush, where millions head out with goals to get fit, lose weight, get strong, etc. The crowds are often big so it’s really important to learn a little about how to behave at the gym to keep the peace during your workouts. We have talked about how to maintain […]
10 Valuable Tips for Successfully Starting a Running Program
Today is a great day to start a running program. Actually, any day is a great day to start a running program but the first few days of a new year add a little extra motivation. This post contains affiliate links. Here are some tips that will help you start a running program the right […]
Prehab for Runners: Strengthen and Stretch Your Hip Flexors
We all know about Prehab for Runners these days. That is the concept of strengthening, activating, and stretching the muscles and joints used in running to prevent imbalance, poor performance and avoid injury. Many of the exercises are also used in the rehabilitation of running injury, hence the term prehab. This post contains affiliate links. […]
5 Ways to Get Yourself Out the Door (when you don’t feel like running)
No matter how much you love it, there will inevitably come a time when you just don’t want to go for your run. Maybe you’re tired, maybe you’re busy, maybe you’re just feeling a little lazy. Whatever the reason, you’re just not feeling it. I have found a few tricks over the years that can […]
The Top 5 Marathon Mistakes (and how to avoid them)
Ah, the marathon. Twenty six point two miles of wonder, joy, and things waiting to go wrong. It’s hard to have a perfect race, but there are some things (in addition to following your training plan) that you can do to make your experience as successful as possible. Start by avoiding these common marathon mistakes […]
My Favorite Tempo Workout
Today, we’re talking about lactate threshold runs. They are also called tempo runs. Tempo runs can help you run faster, and help you sustain that speed for a longer period of time. Here is my favorite tempo workout. This post is sponsored by adidas. Your lactate threshold is the point at which your body […]
