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This seems like a good time to do a roundup of fall running products. And some of these can be used all year, but fall is a great time to try them out, especially as so many runners are training for races!

Fall Running Products to Try in 2025

October 15, 2025view the post

Many runners assume that running a downhill race is easier than running a hilly (or even flat race). And that is often true! However, you need to be prepared for the different demands of a downhill race. There are a few things you can do to prepare yourself to run a strong downhill race.

How to Prepare Yourself to Run a Strong Downhill Race

October 8, 2025view the post

As a runner it’s important to make yourself knowledgeable about different aspects of running. From injury prevention, to nutrition for runners, to different types of marathon and half-marathon training, there are running books for just about every topic. Here are my top 10 running books to help you improve your running in these areas.

Top 10 Running Books to Help You Run Your Best

October 1, 2025view the post

When I first started running 20+ years ago, my pre-run routine included nothing more than getting dressed and lacing up my shoes. When I realized I wanted to see my performance improve I learned I would have to make some changes. Especially as I have gotten older, a running specific warm up is now a non-negotiable. When it comes to warming up before a run I always say something is better than nothing. If you only have 2 minutes, use that 2 minutes rather than skipping the run. Better yet, cut a few minutes off your run so you have a little more time to warm up.

What Are the Benefits of a Running Specific Warm Up?

September 17, 2025view the post

It can be really tough to keep with your runs when you get really busy or just have a big change in your schedule. Many of us thrive off of routines and consistency, and when change happens it can be hard. It's important to find ways to adjust your running when your schedule changes and not let it completely derail your training.

How To Adjust Your Running When Your Schedule Changes

September 3, 2025view the post

So you've decided that you are ready to run a marathon. How exciting! Now it's time to choose you first marathon. While the marathon options are usually endless there are some things you will want to think about before you sign up. Here are 5 things to consider when choosing your first marathon.

5 Things to Consider When Choosing Your First Marathon

August 27, 2025view the post

During marathon training it can be fun and helpful to run other races, such as a 5k, 10k, or half marathon. These shorter races can offer benefits such as seeing where your fitness is and just getting used to being in a race environment. Let's talk about some ways to use tune-up races during marathon training.

How to Use Tune-Up Races During Marathon Training

August 20, 2025view the post

When running a race, we are usually pushing ourselves hard. This takes not only physical strength but also mental strength. When our mind gives up it is hard to keep pushing. Here are some mental strategies for running to use when a race gets tough.

Mental Strategies For Running To Use When A Race Gets Tough

August 13, 2025view the post

My husband and I are both signed up to run the Richmond Marathon on November 15th. There was a time when we often trained for and ran the same marathon. Since having kids we have each run 2 separate marathons. Our lives are much different than they were before kids and I do question if we will be able to pull this off, but we are going to try!

How 2 Working Parents Plan to Train for a Marathon

August 6, 2025view the post

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