I Hate Love My Speed Workout! Going to the track and running a speed workout is one of the things that defines us as runners. Next to distance runs, track intervals are probably one of the most popular workouts that a runner takes part in. After all, once we pass the beginner phase of running, […]
Your 3 Exercise Trail Relay Race Strength Workout
Training for a trail relay race is time consuming .Trail running tends to be slower anyway, plus extra time spent with long runs, not to mention occasional two-a-days, means more time on the road. Training time is at a premium but fitting in strength workouts is key. This 3 Exercise Trail Relay Race Strength Workout […]
How Fascia Stretch Therapy Can Make You a Better Runner
I am celebrating my 10th year as a Fascia Stretch Therapist! It has been a life-changing experience for me as it has for my clients. Fascia Stretch Therapy (FST) has many benefits, including pain relief, increased mobility and flexibility, and it can also improve your athletic performance. Read on to see how FST can make […]
Create Your Half Marathon Race Plan and Avoid a Race Day Fail
Last week we discussed how to reach your marathon goals. This week, we’re moving on and learning how to create your half marathon race day plan! We’ve all done it, no matter the race distance. Trained hard, stuck to our plan, did the taper, got psyched up for the race, then, bam! Race day comes […]
Marathon Training: 5 Race Day Rules to Help You Reach Your Goal
You’ve done the training, you’ve tapered properly, you’ve cleaned up your nutrition habits and now you are toeing the line in your new running outfit and shoes ready to set a new PR or qualify for the Boston Marathon. Before you get there, though, it might be a good idea to take a moment to […]
Getting Back to Nature: Trail Running Benefits
Most of you know I spend a lot of time running on the trails. It is my happy place. I’m fortunate to have miles and miles of trails to explore within a half-mile of my home! I’m always kind of surprised when people tell me that they rarely or never run on trails. While I […]
