A common goal for many marathon runners is to break certain times, such as 5 hours, 4 hours, 3 hours, etc. For many runners a sub 4 hour marathon is a goal that they feel is attainable. A sub 4 hour marathon requires a 9:09 pace, although you really need to run a bit faster than this according to your GPS watch since no one runs exactly 26.2 miles on race day. This time feels achievable to many runners who are comfortable ... Read the Post...
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Fall Running Products to Try in 2025
It's been awhile since I shared some of my favorite running gear, so this seemed like a good time to do a roundup of fall running products. And some of these can be used all year, but fall is a great time to try them out, especially as so many runners are training for races! We had a super hot summer, and it's finally started to cool off just a bit recently. It's that time of year when you may be wearing a tank top ... Read the Post...
How to Prepare Yourself to Run a Strong Downhill Race
Many runners assume that running a downhill race is easier than running a hilly (or even flat race). And you may end up running faster than you would on another course! However, you need to be prepared for the different demands of a downhill race. Especially in a downhill marathon, the pounding on your quads can make you feel tired sooner and leave you more sore than running on flat terrain. There are a few things you can ... Read the Post...
Top 10 Running Books to Help You Run Your Best
I love reading running books. Even though I don't have much time to read these days, I usually have a running book on my nightstand or loaded onto my Kindle. It might take me 6 months to read one book, but I still enjoy it! I find it so helpful to read about different running methods, tips on injury prevention, nutrition for runners, and more. Today I will be sharing these top 10 running books to help you run your ... Read the Post...