I started running in my 20’s. Before that, I thought I was a terrible runner. That I wasn’t “built” for running. And I was so wrong. Luckily, I’ve learned to love running and have gained some incredible insights about life from it. Read on for my top 8 life lessons that running has taught me! 1.) …
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.
Long run snacks are an art. Not Mona Lisa-type-art, but they take time to perfect just like a fine painting. To understand why, first we need to know what long run snacks do for your body before, during and after a long run.
Completing your first (or tenth!) 13.1 race with a smile is not impossible – just follow this half marathon training for beginners and you can cross the finish line happy! Just follow these 7 steps and you’ll finish your next half marathon with a happy runners high!
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.
Ever wonder how to run in the winter and not hate it? I always did. I used to think all winter runners were crazy pants. Who CHOOSES to run in the freezing cold? You must be out of your dang mind. At least that’s what I used to think…until I learned these cold weather running …
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 …
When I started running, I had no idea what running gear I needed. So I grabbed the nearest t-shirt, sweatpants, and cheap old sneakers, and went on my way. Baaaad choice. By the end of the run I was frustrated. I was soaked in sweat, freezing cold, and my feet hurt. All because I used …
How to Run for Beginners (even if you hate running!) Interested in learning how to run, but not sure where to start? I wasn’t either, when I first started running. I needed something to guide me in the right direction towards running success. Get started on the right track with the How to Run for …