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Runners' Roundup

After you started running, you probably started learning more and more about running, right? You read articles and blogs, maybe even some books, and followed lots of fast runners on Instagram. So by now you should be familiar with all the running rules, right? What would you say if I told you that sometimes those running rules are wrong? Don't be so quick to follow the running advice you find on the internet! Here are 6 running rules that may not actually be helpful and what to consider when deciding what to do instead.

6 Running Rules That May Not Actually Be Helpful

August 18, 2021view the post

Last week I was off from work, which meant I had more time for running. It was also a big week for track and field in the Olympics. Talk about inspiring! But all of that had me thinking about what it takes to get to that kind of level of running, and what holds back everyday runners like you and I. What would running be like if we had all the running resources?

What It Would Be Like To Have All the Running Resources

August 11, 2021view the post

As many of us are returning to racing for the first time in over a year, it may be hard to remember all the things we should and shouldn't do during a race. Good thing I wrote this post back when I was racing more! If you're getting back into racing, make sure you avoid these racing mistakes. They're all pretty common but also avoidable! Here are the top 8 mistakes to avoid at your next race.

Racing Mistakes To Avoid As You Return to Running Races

August 4, 2021view the post

Navigating the world of postpartum running can be tricky, but also exciting to reach new milestones. One of those milestones may be returning to racing. For many postpartum runners a goal during their first year after giving birth may be to run a half-marathon. What do you need to know in order to successfully train for and run your first postpartum half-marathon?

15 Tips for Successfully Running Your First Postpartum Half-Marathon

July 28, 2021view the post

Workouts to safely transition from a recovery period back into training.

Base Building for Runners: How To Go From Recovery to Training

July 21, 2021view the post

Do you struggle with keeping your hair manageable on summer runs? For a long time I just wore my hair in a regular ponytail and it would be a tangled mess by the time I finished my run. When I've had shorter hair with layers I find that it doesn't all stay back very well. If you're looking for some simple summer hairstyles for runners, give one of these a try! They're easy, functional, and cute!

5 Simple Summer Hairstyles for Runners to Keep Hair Manageable

July 14, 2021view the post

Do you have a running support team? You probably do, even if you don't realize it. Maybe you have a friend who you run with. Or a really good physical therapist. People who can support your running, while providing you with motivation and confidence, can all be a part of your support team. Here are some ideas for building an effective running support team.

How to Build an Effective Running Support Team

July 7, 2021view the post

Jack Daniels developed a tool to provide runners with a way to determine their appropriate training paces without having their VO2 max measured in a lab. Now there is a simple, user friendly app and training platform available for free for runners to use to help track their training and find their appropriate training paces. Here is more about what VDOT O2 is and how it can help your training for free.

What is VDOT O2 and How It Can Improve Your Training for Free

June 30, 2021view the post

Are all the miles of marathon training making you bored? It is possible to avoid boredom while training for a marathon! Here are some ways I stay motivated and engaged during a training cycle.

How to Avoid Boredom While Training for a Marathon

June 23, 2021view the post

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