It's always exciting to start a new training cycle. Usually you are feeling refreshed, optimistic, and ready to work hard. Once you pick a race you may be starting to think about what your goal time should be. Maybe you just ran a race and you want to beat that time. Or maybe you are going for a certain barrier like 2 hours in the half marathon or 4 hours in the marathon. It's really important to choose a realistic, ... Read the Post...
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Review of Great Running Gear and Products I’ve been Using Lately
Over the past few months I've tried out a few new running-related products that I wanted to share. Some are for running and some are to help you run better. I love trying new gear and products but I can also be picky about what works for me. This is an honest review of running gear and products I have been using lately. This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you use a link to ... Read the Post...
6 Month Check In On my 2025 Running Intentions
At the start of 2025 I set some running intentions, and similar to last year I thought it would be good to check in halfway through the year. This helps to keep me accountable and is a good opportunity to make adjustments as I head into the second half of the year. While things have not really gone as planned, I have made alot of progress this year. Here is my 6 month check in on my 2025 running intentions. Summary ... Read the Post...
Hill Workouts To Run Throughout Your Training Cycle
Hill workouts can be beneficial for runners of varying levels at many different points in training. They are a great way to ease into speed workouts and can build strength to help you prepare for races. I've shared why you should run hills and how to include them in your training. This article will include a few examples of hill workouts. You will want to be strategic about including some of these in your training. If you ... Read the Post...