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...
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How to Determine an Appropriate Race Goal Before Beginning Your Training Cycle
As fall race training begins, many runners are thinking about their race goals and what they hope to accomplish on race day. It's important to have goals, but sometimes it can be confusing to know which running goals are challenging but achievable. You want to push hard, but not overtrain. There are all different kinds of goals you can work towards other than just time goals. Let's talk about some tips for choosing race ... Read the Post...
How To Prepare to Train for a Race
It's that time of year when many runners are getting started with training for a fall race. Maybe your training has already begun, or maybe you have a few more weeks before you get started. There are many resources available about how to actually train for a race, so hopefully you are feeling prepared and confident about your training. However, have you thought about how to prepare to train? Often times the training we ... Read the Post...
Tips for Preventing and Treating Blisters from Running Shoes
Throughout my years of running I've had blisters from time to time. Unfortunately, a few of them have been pretty bad and really impacted my running for several days or even weeks. Over the years I've learned more than anyone should have to know about blisters, so I thought I would share some information to help anyone who is struggling with blisters. Of course, the best thing to do is to not get a blister in the first ... Read the Post...