This was my 3rd year getting to participate in the virtual Camp Run Happy weekend as part of the Brooks Running Run Happy Team. The difference was that this year there was an in-person option! I wasn't able to attend in-person, but I still tried to make the most of the virtual events. Brooks always outdoes themselves with these activities, even when we can't be there in person. I definitely felt like I missed out on a lot ... Read the Post...
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7 Tips for Returning to Running After an Injury
Throughout my years of running I've had more injuries than I can count. One of my biggest challenges with overcoming these injuries was safely returning to running. Many times I made so many mistakes along the way and I want to help others to avoid those mistakes! Please keep in mind that every injury is different and the most important thing is to listen to your body. In general, it's better to play it safe. Less is more ... Read the Post...
How To Set Yourself Up For a Breakthrough Half-Marathon Race
If you have been stuck running close to the same race times in the half-marathon season after season you may be close to having a breakthrough race. This is when you see a huge jump in your race time or a significant PR that you have been working towards. There are some ways to set yourself up for a breakthrough half-marathon race to increase your chances of reaching your goals. How To Set Yourself Up For a ... Read the Post...
How to Recover After a Bad Run
As runners we all experience runs or races that don't go well from time to time. It's part of the process. In the moment they can feel very defeating and we may question how we will move forward. Was it just a fluke or was there a reason it didn't go well? Let's talk about how to recover, mentally and physically, after a bad run. How to recover after a bad run After a bad run you may be feeling pretty upset. Take ... Read the Post...