Over the past few years I've become very invested in my strength training. I've learned a lot about why it's important for runners to strength train and how to combine running and strength training workouts. Sometimes I think that when it comes to strength training we overcomplicate things. While it's important to keep things interesting, I also think that it's helpful to understand the basic movements we should be doing, ... Read the Post...
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10 Important Race Day Tips for New Runners
As the spring race season is officially here, many new and seasoned runners are heading to the start lines of all types of races. I have some runners who I coach doing small town 5ks, and others doing large races like the Boston marathon. Whether you are a new or seasoned runner, there are certain race day tips to be mindful of. These are especially important if it is your first time racing or if it is your first time ... Read the Post...
Stretching for Runners: Do You Really Need to Stretch?
Stretching for runners has been a highly debated topic for years now. Some runners swear by stretching; others never stretch and manage to never get injured. Many runners don't stretch and then feel guilty about it. So what is right? While there is no one right answer for each individual runner, I've always been interested in this topic and have pulled together some information to help you make a decision about what may ... Read the Post...
7 Running Essentials Every New Runner Needs To Get Started
You may have heard that running is a simple sport and that all you need is a good pair of running shoes. Well, that's only partly true. While you can probably get away with only investing in shoes, you will be much more successful as a new runner if you make sure you have some running essentials to get you started. While some of these will depend on where and when you run, most new runners will benefit from having these ... Read the Post...