I started using the Garmin Forerunner 620 in November 2013, and did a brief review around that time. I've been meaning to talk about it again now that I am more familiar with it, but never got around to it. Today I thought I would discuss three of the features of the Garmin 620 that stand out to me: VO2 max, vertical oscillation, and recovery advisor. All of these features require the use of the HRM-Run strap. If you ... Read the Post...
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Weekly Recap And A New Trail
Another week has come and gone, so it's time for a quick recap! Monday: The Runner 360, 3.2 miles easy, myrtle route, foam rolling PM: 35 minutes yoga Tuesday: 4.1 mile easy, Strength Building Moves For Runners Wednesday: Strength workout I completed the routine above using 5, 8, and 25 pound weights. (I only used one 25 pound weight and it was for the deadlifts). I also used the Spri board by ... Read the Post...
10 Things About The Pikesville 5k (Race Recap)
Last Sunday Rob and I ran in the Pikesville 5k for the third time in four years. I should have written this immediately after the race, so unfortunately I feel like I have already forgotten details about this race. Instead of play-by-play race recap, I am just going to share a bunch of key points about how this race went for me- because really, it was just another 5k.... 1. The weather was actually ... Read the Post...
5k Thoughts And A Few Other Things
Let's start off today by talking about some typical 5k thoughts that may or may not go through your mind while you are running a short race. Having done three 5ks in the past three months, I am quite familiar with these thoughts: 5k thoughts Mile 0-.5 "Don't start out too fast. Why is everyone else starting out so fast? This can't possibly be my 5k pace." 5k Thoughts Mile .5-1: "How am I completely out of ... Read the Post...
