This week I focused on prioritizing the non-negotiables of training. What does that even mean? I starting thinking about what I NEED to do if I want to increase my mileage and even think about marathon training again. Because there are certain things that I can get away with skipping when I'm running 30 miles a week, but as I get up to 40-50 miles those things become more and more important. First, let's take a look ... Read the Post...
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It’s Not Time for Iced Coffee Just Yet
Just when the weather seems to be on the upswing, a few more cold days need to sneak themselves in there. I prefer hot coffee most days, but when it warms up I do get a craving for iced coffee. But it's not time for iced coffee just yet. Its' still just the beginning on April, after all. It's Not Time for Iced Coffee Just Yet Easter Weekend I can't believe that Easter is this Sunday. This feels strange for a ... Read the Post...
How To Run Hills Safely and Efficiently
Last week we talked about why you should run hills. Today, let's talk about how to run hills safely and efficiently. While hills can be a great training tool, you also want to make sure you ease into hill running if it's not something you're used to. How To Run Hills Safely and Efficiently Use Proper Form When running uphill it's important to stay mostly upright, with a forward lean from your ankles. It's ... Read the Post...
A “Go With The Flow” Week of Running
I went into the week without a real plan, which is very unlike me. I was still working from home every day, and the only day I had childcare help with Wednesday when Rob took off. So my plan was to do stroller runs and take a rest day when the weather was bad. It really became a "go with the flow" week of running. And spoiler alert- I didn't take a rest day on the worst day of weather. Oops! Weekly Run Down: A "Go ... Read the Post...
