The first trimester of pregnancy can be such a difficult time, often filled with a mix of excitement, anxiety, nausea, and exhaustion. But if you were a running before finding out you were pregnant, you may want to continue running during your pregnancy. For many runners the first trimester leaves us questioning how we will possibly keep running during this time. Other than talking to your doctor, there are a few things ... Read the Post...
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5 Workouts For Speedy Spring Running
We are just weeks away from the start of spring, but who knows if it will really feel like spring. (After the mild winter we had I wouldn't be surprised if we had a March or April snowstorm this year.) As the days get longer and the temperatures warm up, many runners start to sign up for races or get back outside after a winter on the treadmill. Others may want to get back into faster and longer runs following the ... Read the Post...
5 Reasons to Enjoy Running in February
This is an updated post from about 6 years ago, previously titled "5 Reasons to Love Running in February". The truth is, it is hard to love running in February, but there are ways to make it more enjoyable. Also, my views on winter running have changed over the years so I felt it was a good time to update this post. No matter what your feelings are about running in February, I hope that reading this helps you stay ... Read the Post...
How Runners Can Sleep Better to Improve Their Running
Most of us know that getting enough sleep is important, not just to run well, but for our health in general. Adults need seven to nine hours of sleep per night, but 35.2% of all adults in the US report sleeping on average for less than seven hours per night. When we don't get enough sleep, we are more susceptible to illnesses, running injuries, and poor performance in general. That being said, it's not always ... Read the Post...