If you want to get better at running or ANYTHING, you need to consistently work on it! One skipped run easily turns into two, then into three, and then you completely forget about running all together. If you miss a run, make it up. If you need help staying on track, ask for it. Consistency is ESSENTIAL to improvement. Without it, nothing will change.
No matter where you are at with your running, improving your form is a continuous practice. When you run with better form, you run faster. And when you run faster, you run with better form. The two go hand and hand. Here are four techniques to incorporate into your weekly training to improve both your form and speed.
I do this podcast because I want to share meaningful stories with you and get better at telling them. So much of what you see in content these days is so heavily edited and polished it’s no longer authentic. This is the real me.
This is a guest post by Bob Merckel – “Have you ever been overwhelmed by the number of ways to improve yourself? For the past several years, I’ve tried all kinds of programs to get me back into running. Hiring a coach a few months ago was the best decision I’ve made.”
In marathoning, there are no guarantees. Yesterday at the 2021 Boston Marathon, CJ Albertson bravely led the Boston Marathon for 21 miles before ultimately fading back to a 10th place finish.
How will you race your next marathon? You can either race hard or race with patience. In this episode of The Knighton Runs Podcast, I share options for pacing your next race.
Every one has highs and lows, but ultimately you get what you deserve. When you take a zoomed-out view of who you are luck has very little to do with your situation. You become what you strive to be.
Athletes frequently ask me for running gear and product recommendations. Here are my favorite items that I personally use and recommend highly.
To run your best marathon, you need to show up to the starting line believing 100% in yourself. In this episode, I share actionable steps you can take to develop your sense of certainty in the lead up to race day.
As I record today’s episode, the Chicago and Boston Marathons are just two weeks away. Here I riff on the marathon taper and three reasons why it can help you run the best race of your life.
Running Shoes - Brooks Launch Running Shoes - I have been wearing these running shoes for years. I've easily worn through over a dozen pairs. They are light, fast, well-cushioned, and very affordable. They are perfect for easy days, long runs, and marathon-training workouts.
GPS Running Watch - Garmin Forerunner 45 - I love Garmin watches. If you do not yet own a GPS running watch, buy one now. This model is small and lightweight, making it perfect for running fast and racing. GPS watches are one of the best tools you have to monitor and improve your running. Getting my first Garmin helped get me hooked on this sport.
Identification Safety Bracelet - Road ID Silicone Wristband - I never leave home without my Road ID. It's engraved with My Name, Year of Birth, Allergies, City of Residence, and Emergency Contact Info for my wife and dad. Wearing my Road ID allows me to leave my driver's license at home when I run and have peace of mind.
Energy Gels - GU Energy "Tastefully Nude" Flavor - GU Energy Gels are my go-to fuel for marathon training. I suggest taking one every 30 to 45 minutes during long runs, half marathons, and marathons. The "tastefully nude" flavor is easy to get down and has a mild sweet taste.
Protein Powder - Momentous Essential Plant-Based Protein Powder - It's critically important to refuel after a workout or long run within 30-minutes of completion. Making a smoothie or shake with Momentous Protein Powder is an easy and healthy way to jump start your recovery process. Their chocolate flavor is delicious even when mixed with just water.
Anti-Chafe Balm - Body Glide Original Balm - Better safe than sorry! I rub Body Glide balm all over my feet and "sensitive" areas before any important race, workout, or long run. Save yourself from nasty blisters, chafing, or bleeding with a little lubricant.
Recovery Tool - ProStretch Calf Stretcher - This one is a curve ball! My wife introduced me to this tool after I developed tight calves from running. The ProStrech Calf Stretcher can help you get a deeper and more effective stretch than conventional methods. This improved flexibility and range of motion may help relieve, rehab and alleviate plantar fasciitis, shin splints, tight calves and achilles tendonitis, as well as enhance overall performance.
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