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Do you want to run faster? There are many strategies to improving speed, but you need to think about your goals and where you are with your training. There are several strategies that can help you to get faster as a runner. Try to adjust your training using a few of these ideas to help you become a faster runner.

Want to Run Faster? How to Adjust Your Training

July 3, 2024view the post

5k time trials are a great way to challenge yourself and test your fitness. They can be done whenever works best for your schedule and you can choose your own route. If you put some planning into a 5k time trial you will be more likely to have a successful race. Here are my best tips about why and how to run a 5k time trial to test your fitness.

Why and How to Run a 5k Time Trial to Test Your Fitness

June 19, 2024view the post

Marathons take a huge toll on the body and most of us can't run more than 2 a year. So that gives us a few other months each year to focus on other things. So how can marathon runners maximize time off between goal races? There are plenty of important things to focus on!

How Marathon Runners Can Maximize Time Off Between Goal Races

May 29, 2024view the post

Running in the heat is really challenging, especially as you are first getting acclimated to warmer weather. While it will still take time to adjust, there are a few things you can do during this time to get through the initial adjustment period. Here are 5 tips for adjusting to running in the heat.

5 Tips for Adjusting to Running in the Heat

May 15, 2024view the post

It's finally warming up and many runners are excited to be running outside more. However, with the warmer spring weather comes a new challenge for this time of year: seasonal allergies! If you struggle with seasonal allergies you know the struggle of going outside for a run and then suffering throughout the rest of the day. So what should you do about running outside with seasonal allergies?

8 Best Tips for Running Outside with Seasonal Allergies

May 8, 2024view the post

If you are a long distance runner, there are benefits to running fast! Of course, these faster runs need to be placed strategically within a training plan in smaller doses. But even long distance runners need to include speedwork in training. Let's break down why these faster workouts are beneficial and important.

Why Long Distance Runners Need to Include Speedwork in Training

April 24, 2024view the post

During both of my pregnancies I went to a pelvic floor PT starting around 30 weeks or so. I had a very different experience each time, the second being much better. I found it so helpful that I decided to go back again after having my baby and before I started running again. Pelvic floor PT for pregnant and postpartum runners can be really beneficial for a variety of reasons and can help set you up for success with your long-term running goals.

The Benefits of Pelvic Floor PT for Pregnant and Postpartum Runners

April 3, 2024view the post

Looking to run a 5k this spring? You may not need to follow a training plan if you adjust your schedule and include some race-specifc workouts leading up to the race. Try these workouts to help prepare yourself for your next 5k!

5 Workouts To Help You Prepare For Your Next 5k

March 6, 2024view the post

As most parents know by now, having kids doesn't mean you need to stop running or give up on your running goals. There are definitely challenges that go along with running as a parent but it can be done! Even better is to start involving your kids in your running. This allows you to spend time with your kids and share your love of running with them from an early age!

6 Fun Ways to Involve Your Kids in Your Running

February 28, 2024view the post

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You don’t know the life of a runnergirl, babe. J You don’t know the life of a runnergirl, babe. Just living that 3:30am alarm clock life and chugging gels like it’s my job. #longrun #marathontraining #lifeofashowgirl
Has to be a quick dance party because I’m alread Has to be a quick dance party because I’m already running late! Why does this album get stuck in my head during all of my runs? #running #marathontraining #lifeofashowgirl
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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