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It can be very challenging to gain confidence after a running setback. If you have had an injury, pregnancy, childbirth, or time off for any other reason, returning to running can leave you feeling frustrated if your progress is slow. These 8 ways to gain confidence from Mile by Mile Running will help you prepare for your return to running and work towards gaining the confidence to run hard again. It’s important to remember that progress takes time and setbacks are really a setup for a comeback. By taking things slow, staying positive, and tracking your progress, you will be able to gain confidence to return to running after your running setback.

8 Ways to Gain Confidence After a Running Setback

May 28, 2025view the post

During a training cycle our bodies go through a lot to prepare us for a race. Once you have completed your goal race and are entering your off-season, its important to avoid injury even though you may be running less.

How To Avoid Injuries After Completing a Goal Race

November 6, 2024view the post

It can be very challenging for new moms to start running again while breastfeeding. There are many things to consider like timing your runs around feeding and keeping up your supply. Here are my best tips for running and breastfeeding that will help you navigate this tricky time.

How to Keep Breastfeeding Successfully While Running and Training for Races

February 7, 2024view the post

This year I want to focus on some things that I would like to eventually accomplish, even if they don't happen right away. By setting some postpartum running intentions I hope to keep my long term goals in mind and focus on the little things that are within my control each day.

Postpartum Running Intentions for the New Year as a Mom of Two

January 3, 2024view the post

Returning to running after an injury can be challenging. Avoid any setbacks with these 7 tips plus a sample training plan!

7 Tips for Returning to Running After an Injury

August 10, 2022view the post

Looking to improve your running? Have you thought about including mobility work in your routine? Things like dynamic stretching, yoga, and foam rolling can help ensure that your muscles and joints can reach their full range on motion, which is important for athletes.

8 Ways for Runners to Improve Mobility

December 22, 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

Now that races are starting to come back, many runners are considering how they want to train for their next race. If you are on the fence about if you should work with a running coach, here are a few reasons why a coach can help you get that PR and reach your running goals.

5 Reasons To Work With a Running Coach

April 23, 2021view the post

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19 miles! 7 on the treadmill, 12 outside, 1,272 to 19 miles! 7 on the treadmill, 12 outside, 1,272 total feet of elevation gain. Amazing weather. Listened to Life of a Showgirl on the treadmill and had some podcasts saved for my outside run but couldn’t get my headphones to connect. This was challenging by the end and I kept thinking how hard it would be if I needed to run another 7 miles today (and all miles at a faster pace) but this is why we train. Feeling like I’m in a good place with 6 weeks to go! How was your run today? #run #marathontraining #longrun
And just like that September is over…but most of And just like that September is over…but most of it still felt like August. This month I ran 175 miles, my highest since last November. The long runs are getting longer, and I’m slowly feeling like my fitness is building. I can’t believe that by the time October is over I’ll be getting ready to taper for the marathon! Let’s hope October brings lots of good miles and maybe some cooler weather. Was September a good month of running for you? #september #marathontraining #running
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