Over my years as a runner I have met with MANY different sports medicine providers. This includes chiropractors, PTs, and orthopedists. I have learned quite a bit about what I am looking for in a provider and what works the best for me. When I was dealing with my first running injury, I was just searching for local providers online and didn’t really know what I was getting myself into. I thought I would share some tips ... Read the Post...
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How Many Races Should You Run Each Year Based on Your Goals?
When it comes to improving your running, more racing isn’t always better. Sometimes running too many races each year can limit your progress. On the other hand, racing is fun and teaches you to push yourself. So how many races per year should you actually run? This really depends on your goals. An experienced runner chasing a personal best may need a different race schedule than someone running for fun. By ... Read the Post...
Why Tempo Runs Matter and How to Add Them to Your Training
Many runners focus on speed workouts in training when they are looking to get faster. While those faster workouts are important, there is huge benefit to also working on tempo runs which train your body to sustain a faster pace for longer. I've found that tempo runs are one of the most effective (but sometimes avoided) workouts. Whether you’re aiming to improve your endurance or hit a new PR, learning how to use tempo ... Read the Post...
Delaware Marathon 2026 Race Recap
On April 19th I ran the 2026 Delaware Marathon as my 10th marathon. This race is part of the Delaware Running Festival. (Not to be confused with the Coastal Delaware Running Festival, which is held a week earlier). The race takes place in Wilmington and offers a marathon, half marathon, 10k and 5k. As I'm sure you can guess the weather in April can be very unpredictable. This year we had a very cold, snowy winter and ... Read the Post...