The Best Post-Run Stretching Tips for Distance Runners
I often have runners ask me about post-run stretching, so I want to share my experience and favorite stretches with my beloved blog readers.
Are You Drinking Enough?
Are you drinking enough? No, not beer. Or coffee. Or even your fancy green smoothie. I mean water!
Marathon Race Day Strategy: How to Pace and Execute 26.2 Miles
Learn how to pace and execute your marathon with smart early restraint, practiced fueling, race-day routines, and the Comfortable–Confidence–Compete strategy.
Strength Training Guide
If you’re like most runners, you could probably benefit from a little more strength training. Distance runners who implement regular strength training into their training will be able to run more with less risk of injury.
Training and Race Pace Calculator
Enter your most recent race result and you will get appropriate training paces for you. The calculator will also estimate how fast you can run other race distances if you are properly trained for that distance.
GET LOST!
Runners are creatures of habit. It’s easy to find a running route you like and get comfortable running it day after day. But just like variety is the spice of life, a change of scenery is the spice of training!
Don’t Become a Marathoner?
Marathon mania has created a culture in adult running that places way too much emphasis on the marathon as the wholly grail of running achievement.
Running Base Building: How to Build Your Aerobic Base
Learn how to build a strong running base with easy mileage, gradual progression, strides, recovery, and a foundation for faster marathon training.
Leaving the GPS Watch Behind
Why am I not running with a GPS watch on most days anymore?
Warm up to Build Self-Confidence
Design a warm-up of jogging, stretching, drills, and strides and be consistent with it. Go through your routine before every hard run. You’ll be rewarded with feeling like a Pro!