half marathon beginner training schedule
Half Marathons & Marathons

Half Marathon Beginner Training Schedule

July 10, 2023 Christine Luff 0

Congratulations on your decision to train for a half marathon! This half marathon beginner training schedule (see schedule below) is perfect for a beginner runner, a first-time half-marathoner, or anyone whose goal is to finish […]

post-run cravings
Nutrition & Weight Loss

8 Ways to Control Post-Run Cravings

July 6, 2023 Christine Luff 0

Despite our best efforts for healthy eating, we’ve all given into those intense cravings for certain high-fat, high-calorie foods. Post-run cravings can be particularly difficult to resist when hunger hits after a run and you […]

marathon finishers
Running Humor

What NOT to Say to Runners

July 6, 2023 Christine Luff 1

Once you’ve been running long enough, you’ll inevitably encounter some naysayers who don’t like, can’t appreciate or understand your running habit (or obsession).  Some of them will make comments that are ignorant, silly, just plain […]

summer running bucket list
Running Motivation

Summer Running Bucket List

June 27, 2023 Christine Luff 2

For the past several years, my family has written a “Summer Bucket List” of fun activities we’d like to do during the summer months. We include big events like Beach Vacation or Trip to Hershey […]

22 week beginner marathon training schedule
Half Marathons & Marathons

22-Week Beginner Marathon Training Schedule

June 19, 2023 Christine Luff 0

This simple 22-week beginner marathon training schedule (see below) gives runners two more training weeks than the 20-week marathon program for beginners. It’s perfect for first-time marathoners who are nervous about the race and want plenty […]