Achieving a half marathon pace goal is like saving for a vacation. If you don’t have a plan, you ain’t gonna be sippin’ margaritas by the pool in paradise anytime soon. Just like money doesn’t come out of nowhere…neither does a good half marathon pace. And that’s exactly why you need to use a half …
Maybe a pandemic hit. Maybe you got injured. Or maybe you simply needed a long running break after a big race. Whatever the reason, runners sometimes take extended breaks from running, and then want to get back into it again. But how? What’s the right approach to returning to running after taking time off? That’s …
Virtual races may be our savior in 2021. So virtual half marathons should be on your radar! Why? Because clearly COVID has cancelled many of our favorite half marathons. It’s been A YEAR. Runners are going stir crazy, wondering when their next race will be. You sign up, think it’ll happen…then get the deflating email …
Are you thinking about training for a half marathon this year? If so, WOOHOO! Beginner warning – it’s not going to be easy, but it’s going to be SOOO worth it! Now, before you go too far down the half marathon research rabbit hole, let me tell you something: EVERYTHING you need to know about …
Runner stretches can make running fun. Seriously…picture this scenario: You’re following a running plan and it’s going great. You feel strong and energetic. Then days two and three roll around and BAM, all of a sudden, in creep the aches and pains. The calves are tight, the knee starts creaking, the shin splints appear, and …
Whether you’re a beginner runner, prepping for your first 5K, or racing for a living, at some point, you’re going to look for ways to improve your running speed. Sure, speed doesn’t always equal success as a runner, but it surely helps. In this post, I’ll unravel five secrets to boosting your running speed. Interval …
Guest Post by Whitney Heins of The Mother Runners Most mother runners have pretty great instincts when it comes to stroller running with their kids. Pack lots of snacks. Pack toys, games, diapers, and wipes. Don’t go when they’re hungry. Be prepared they may fall asleep. Make sure their heads and necks are supported. Get …
Yes, you can actually stick to a healthy running diet without gagging at the thought of your next meal. You don’t have to live on boring salads and bland celery sticks to be healthy… Sure, some people think running diets must be terrible (especially if you want to lose weight), but that’s FAR from the …
We scoured the internet for the best Christmas gifts for runners and found these 19 you’ll LOVE, perfectly picked out for 2020! From essential training gear to quirky running trinkets, we found the best of it all. And the best part? It’s all right here at your fingertips. No stressful mall shopping this year, no …
The runner’s high is a sometimes-elusive state that happens during or after a run, that keeps runners coming back for more. It’s like a drug. Almost literally (but we’ll get into that later). But why can some runner’s can achieve a runner’s high almost every run…while other’s find it elusive? You may be wondering; “what …