Time and time again, I hear people repeat these same tired misconceptions about marathon training. What most people think about the long run, mileage, and speed is wrong. Here’s my take on how to train THE RIGHT WAY for the marathon.
If there is something runners understand well, it’s that not all running shoes are the same. Each pair has to offer a combination of protection, durability, and energy conservation so runners can experience the thrill of achieving high speeds without worrying about the risk of injury.
In order to tackle these problems, different brands have developed different proprietary technologies, creating excellent running shoes for different occasions. Here are a few of my favorite pairs for marathon running and why they’re so special.
I have read a lot of books about running, but just a few have stood the test of time. These are the books that have been the most influential on my life, my running, and my coaching. I highly recommend them all.
High levels of balance leads to improvement. Let’s dive into The Magic Ratio behind athletic gains. Which variable do you need help with?
Shin splints are one of the most common injuries amongst distance runners. New runners are especially susceptible to developing shin splints because their lower leg muscles, tendons, and bone tissue become overworked before their can adapt to an increased training regimen.
You trained hard for months in preparation to run your Fall Marathon. What should you do after it’s over? And when should you start training for your next big race?
Last weekend I ran the best marathon of my life at the Manchester City Marathon in Manchester, New Hampshire. Onward to Boston!
Have you been running for years but not seeing improvements in your finish times? For many all it requires is taking the mental leap from “casual runner” to “being an athlete,” to make massive improvements. This Fall, I teamed up with two athletes who went on to run their 16th and 18th marathons, yet managed to PR but 10 minutes and 20 minutes each. Even if you’ve been running for years, it’s amazing how rapidly improvements come when you get on a better training path.
Moments after posting my last episode called, “Visualizing The Cape Cod Marathon,” I learned the race was CANCELLED! Oh no, where do we go from here?
Join me as I visualize 2021 The Cape Cod Marathon in my mind three days before the big day.