Running
5 Tips for Spring Running
Fall is definitely my favorite running season, but I have to say that Spring is a very close second. After a winter of running in frigid temps and ridiculous wind chills, I love breaking out […]
running injuries
Running Injuries
How to Treat and Prevent Illiotibial Band Syndrome
Marked by a sharp, burning knee or hip pain, Illiotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) is a very common running injury among runners. Most people feel the pain on the outside of their knee. You may feel […]
Running Injuries
How to Prevent and Treat Plantar Fasciitis
Do you feel severe pain in your heel, especially when you take your first few steps out of bed in the morning? You may be suffering from plantar fasciitis, one of the most common injuries […]
Running Injuries
How to Prevent and Treat Embarrassing Running Problems
Running has plenty of fantastic health benefits, but it can also lead to some embarrassing and sensitive issues. From diarrhea and back acne to leaky bladders and sore nipples, here are six of the most […]
Running
8 Rules for Speed Training
Adding speedwork to your training has lots of benefits, including improved performance, form, efficiency, confidence, and even more calories burned. But to prevent running injuries, it’s important that runners take some precautions before jumping into speed […]
Running Gear
How to Find the Right Running Shoes
Choosing the right running shoes is one of the most important decisions you can make as a runner. I know so many runners who had needlessly suffered in uncomfortable running shoes or got injured because […]
Running Basics
7 Running Lessons Runners Learn the Hard Way
Over the years, I’ve learned (and sometimes re-learned) valuable running lessons by making mistakes and knowing to do things differently the next time. For instance, I know that I’ll never again eat Fig Newtons right […]
Training
What to Do When You’re Having a Bad Run
I recently got an email from a runner I coach with the following question: “I had a disastrous speed workout last week and ended up quitting halfway through it when I wasn’t hitting my time […]
Running Motivation
How Do I Deal With Running Slower As I Get Older?
“I’ve been running for nearly 20 years and had lots of PRs when I was younger. Now that I’m in my thirties, I don’t have as much time to train and my body just doesn’t […]
Running Injuries
How to Prevent Overuse Injuries
Overuse injuries are common among runners but, fortunately, they can be prevented with some strategies that aren’t too hard to implement. They’re often the result of overtraining, improper form, or lack of rest and recovery. […]