After months of training for a marathon, it is a great feeling to hit your peak mileage of training and complete your last very long run. But then what? It's time for the marathon taper! Some runners love the taper, others hate it. Many look forward to it but then struggle to taper correctly. You may have heard of taper tantrums and phantom pains happening around this time. All of this is totally normal. In order to ... Read the Post...
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8 Reasons You Should Take a Break From Running
Most runners don't like the idea of taking a break from running. Unfortunately, often times the reason we are taking a break is because of an injury. However, there are many other reasons to take a break. By listening to our bodies and taking breaks when necessary, we are less likely to experience injury or burnout and will be more likely to make progress with our running! 8 Reasons You Should Take a Break From ... Read the Post...
How To Determine Your Perfect Fueling Plan For a Long Distance Race
When running a long distance race, having a fueling plan is important. Have you heard of of "hitting the wall" at mile 20 of a marathon? This is usually due to not fueling well. By fueling early and often with the right nutrition you can improve your performance on race day and hopefully avoid the dreaded wall of a marathon! Here are some suggestions for working to determine your perfect fueling plan for your long ... Read the Post...
How To Combine Running and Strength Training for Maximum Performance
Most runners know that it is important to strength train to improve running economy, prevent injuries, and maintain or improve good running form. However, when you are focused on running and training it can be difficult to add strength training into your routine. This is especially true if you are also trying to cross-train, stretch, and foam roll regularly. Let's talk about some ways to combine running and strength ... Read the Post...