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 wear ... 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! Weekly Recap And A New Trail 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 ... 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...