As the amount of daylight slowly decreases many runners are increasing the distance of their long run in preparation for a successful fall marathon. The “long run” is one of, if not the single most important training run in a...
A 5K is one of the most popular race distances out there. You can find a 5K race almost any weekend of the year. The limited amount of time it takes to train for and even run a 3.1-mile race...
You love to run, and everyone knows it; but sometimes the mere thought of lacing up your shoes makes your legs feel like dead weight. All the peppy people in your running club talking about their way packed race schedules...
Many of us use goals to motivate us to constantly improve ourselves, and runners are no different. With so many easily recorded measures of speed and endurance, runners have any number of ways to verify the attainment of old goals...
This is one of my favorite pre-race dinners. I’ve had my best results when I have my carb-loading dinner two nights before my race. I like a meal high in carbs that won’t upset my stomach and is easily digested....
So you're looking for a new running challenge or you are already an outdoor enthusiast and you’re looking for a different way to enjoy nature. Whichever the reason for taking interest in trail running, here are some tips for transitioning...
So you’re a runner. You run several days a week, do local races, and maybe over time even get a bit faster or stronger at your favorite event. In your mind, to be really competitive and fast you’d have to...
Catch your breath. Easier said than done! Most people don’t realize just how hard it is to get your pace and breathing right when you begin a running program. We tend to start out running way too fast, just as...
