Now that races are starting to come back, many runners are considering how they want to train for their next race. Run for fun? Test the waters and just see where your fitness is? Or go all in for that new PR and work with a coach? There's no right answer; you have to find what works best for you. But in case you are on the fence about if you should work with a running coach, here are a few reasons why a coach can help ... Read the Post...
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How To Schedule Rest Days From Running
Rest days from running. We all know they are important (hopefully!) but some of us like them less than others. Personally, I look forward to rest days but I don't actually like how I feel on the days I don't run or work out. But I know that they help me to recover and run better on my hard days. One question runners often have is how to schedule rest days from running. How many rest days a week should a runner take? ... Read the Post...
Sometimes I Just Don’t Feel Like Running
When I left off last week I was talking about how we were adjusting to our new routine, but that came to a halt this week when Grayson and I were both sick. It was a rough week with very few workouts. Sometimes I just don't feel like running, and this was one of those weeks. Over the past couple of years I've been much better about just resting when I don't feel well, and this week was no exception. Weekly Run Down: ... Read the Post...
Fartlek Friday: How To Work on Pull-Ups at Home
I've talked a little bit lately about my efforts to work on pull-ups at home. Actually, right now I'm working on chin-ups. But either way, I wanted to share a little more about how I am doing this at home because I've had some questions about it. As many of us are still working out at home, it might be something to think about if you want to work on upper body strength! How To Work on Pull-Ups at Home Get the ... Read the Post...