Running
7 Ways to Enjoy Fall Running
Fall has been my favorite season to run ever since I ran on my middle school cross-country team. As the temperatures drop and I smell the familiar scents of autumn, I’m reminded of how much […]
Month: August 2023
Racing
5 Fun Theme Races to Try
Theme races are all the rage right now, from down-and-dirty obstacle course races to middle-of-the-night electric runs. If your regular running routine is starting to bore you, try shaking things up with one of these […]
Running Injuries
How to Prevent and Treat Pain on Top of Foot
A common complaint among runners is pain on the top of the foot, right under your shoelaces. In many cases, pain on the top of the foot is due to an inflammation of the extensor […]
Running Injuries
How to Prevent Shin Splints
A common pain among runners, especially beginners, shin splints is a general term for the pain that occurs in the front of the lower leg along the tibia. The pain associated with shin splints is […]
Running Humor
Murphy’s Law for Runners
Murphy’s Law is an old adage that says, “Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong.” As many runners can attest, Murphy’s Law can sometimes hold true in running. Although running can be full of […]
Running Humor
7 Quirky Things Runners Do
Every sport has its idiosyncrasies and odd behaviors that only true aficionados of the sport understand. Running is no exception, of course. Over the years, I’ve developed some quirky running-related habits and, in talking to […]
Training Schedules
8-Week Intermediate 10K Training Schedule
So you’ve already run at least one 10K (6.2 miles) road race and now you’re ready for your next goal: Improving your time. To achieve a personal record (PR) in the 10K, you’ll definitely need to add speed training […]
Good Stuff
9 Recommended Parenting Books
I’m a big fan of listening to audiobooks when I’m running and lately I’ve been on a parenting book kick. I love learning about the latest research about kids and parenting, reading advice from experts, […]
Racing
What is a PR or Personal Record?
Once you’ve run your first road race, you have a PR, or a “Personal Record.” It refers to your best time in a race of a specific distance. So, if you run a 5K race […]
Running Injuries
How to Prevent and Treat Tight Calf Muscles
Tight calf muscles are a common problem for runners, especially those training for a long distance event such as a marathon. The problem can often pop up at the worst times, such as right in […]