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Running Basics

Should You Run Every Day?

January 7, 2024 Christine Luff 0

One of the biggest misconceptions among runners who want to get faster is that they should run every day. In reality, the body actually needs rest days to recover, repair muscles to get stronger, and […]

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Running Basics

How to Stay Relaxed When Running

December 29, 2023 Christine Luff 0

A common mistake among runners, both beginners and experienced, is holding a lot of tension in their upper body when running. Sometimes runners’ shoulders creep up toward their ears, which creates a much more inefficient […]

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Half Marathons & Marathons

What If I Can’t Finish a Race?

September 30, 2023 Christine Luff 0

I’m sure most runners can tell you about at least DNF (Did Not Finish) race story. For me, it was a half marathon in Brooklyn.  I remember pulling my calf muscle at mile 3 and […]