You probably know some basic benefits of running. But these benefits go beyond the basics! From mental to…ahem…physical benefits (see number 12!), these will make you love the benefits of running – you’ll want to lace up your running sneakers and go run immediately! 1.) Relieves Stress Running does wonderful things for stress relief, …
Most runners aren’t born runners. We evolve into runners because we make running a habit. Habits help us achieve stuff. Like running. Or waking up. Let’s liken running to drinking coffee for a moment, shall we? Do you like coffee? Tea? A strong shot of whiskey? (kidding) Well, whatever liquid wakes you up, I bet …
Runners dream of running faster. We love shiny new PR’s. It’s kinda our thing. We try to learn how to run faster, but (unfortunately) don’t always train properly…and that’s a bummer, because…injuries. Injuries = sad runners. Don’t be a sad runner. Learn how to train for speed and how to run faster this month! First: …
Finding the right 10K training schedule for beginners to run your first 10K is important. You want training to be fun, approachable, do-able, right? You want to achieve your goal of running a 10K. And the right plan will help you do just that. Read on for an awesome 10K training schedule for beginners and …
Ok, let’s be real – you like food, right? Because I like food. A lot. I also like running. And I like running much better when my body feels good. You too? Great, we’re on the same page. Clean eating is not a fad diet. The principles behind clean eating align incredibly well with how runners …
Yoga for runners is a sneaky (and wonderful) way to add cross training into your exercise routine. With yoga taking over across the nation – from heated power yoga to restorative yoga – there are SO many options for practicing yoga in a way that fits your lifestyle and goals. That’s why runners can benefit …
Strength training for runners is the key to running excellence. Seriously, I’ll tell you why. Building a strong base with strength training will take you the extra mile (literally and figuratively). You can prevent injuries, improve running form AND run faster – all by adding some simple strength training exercises into your daily routine. Are …
Want to lose weight? Stop messing around with fad diets and “lose weight quick” schemes. Instead, start running for weight loss and experience the magic of losing weight the healthy way.
Cross training for runners is, at it’s core, just doing any other exercise other than running. Some examples of cross training workouts include yoga, pilates, cycling, swimming and other strength-focused workouts.
Confession: I grew up in a house filled with carbs. Unhealthy carbs. I didn’t even know what runners food was until I researched it while training for my first 5K. Runners food seemed like this mystical thing that only marathoners needed to know about. I can totally eat this cupcake before a run, right?! It …