If you’ve been running for any length of time, particularly if you have been training for an event (or two or three) over a period of months, it has probably happened to you. All of a sudden, instead of hopping out of bed and into your running attire, you hit the snooze, roll over, and […]
5 Training Tips to Help You Conquer a Hilly Race
Recently, we discussed Training for a Downhill Marathon, which gave you tips on the importance of downhill training. Today, we’re talking about how to conquer a hilly race (of any distance). Since what goes up generally must come down, there will be downhill training involved. You might want to refer back to this post for […]
How TRX Training Can Make You a Better Runner
I’ve been using the TRX for a long time both for myself and my clients, as well as sharing workouts here, but since taking the TRX Training Course a while back, I became a better teacher because I learned so much about how to adapt TRX training to all levels. Today I want to talk […]
The 5 Most Important Strength Exercises for Runners
I think most runners have come to realize the benefits of incorporating strength exercises into their training. (If not, read here.) From better performance, injury prevention, to improving balance and just feeling better, adding strength training will simply help you run better. But in spite of all that I still hear from runners that don’t […]
Practical Tips for Improving Running Form
I have written that working on running form is one of the 18 Game-Changing Habits that runners should adopt in order to run better. Improving running form can help you run faster, farther, and decrease your risk of injury. Here are some practical tips, drills, and suggestions that will help you understand running form and take […]
Running Against Time: 6 Ways to Hold Off the Inevitable
I’m currently trying to increase my mileage after my knee injury (while already dealing with arthritis in my knees) so holding off the inevitable is a reality for me right now. I still will take time to reflect on my training and my running goals. I realize that in many ways I’m running against time. […]
