These days you really can't avoid social media. Most people use at least one platform, including runners. But as runners there are many pros and cons to being on social media and connecting with others who share a similar passion for the sport. So, as a runner on social media, what do you need to consider? Let's start with the downside to being a runner on social media, and get that out of the way. Remember that not ... Read the Post...
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Training Week 13: Surviving the Peak Week
This was supposed to be my peak week of training, and I went into if feeling pretty motivated. Then it became a stressful week and I questioned if I would actually get my workouts done. Everything worked out for the most part and I got in my miles. But it was still an eventful week! Monday: Strength Training + 6.7 Easy Miles (3 Treadmill, 3.7 Stroller) With the day off from work for Labor Day, I wanted to get in a ... Read the Post...
Taper Tips To Get You Ready To Run a Strong Race
After making it through the peak weeks of training, it's always a relief to reach the taper! While some people love the taper, others find that it is a stressful period of time leading up to their race. Sometimes runners experience phantom pains. We often question if we did enough in our training. And there are plenty of mistakes that could be made during the taper that have the potential to derail training. So let's talk ... Read the Post...
Training Week 12: Welcoming September
And just like that September arrived and finally brought some cooler weather with it! This was an interesting week that started hot and humid, then we had lots of rain, flooding, and tornado watches from Hurricane Ida, and ended nice and cool. I'm not convinced the heat is gone for good, but I'll take this break from it for now. Let's do a recap of this week as we are welcoming September and the nice weather it may ... Read the Post...