Racing
10 Race Tips for New Runners
The days and morning before a race can be filled with anxiety, even if you’ve raced before. Here are some race tips to help you feel more ready and confident. 1. Get your race outfit […]
Year: 2023
Nutrition & Weight Loss
How Runners Can Break a Weight Loss Plateau
You’ve been trying to exercise and eat healthy for several weeks and you’ve been making great progress, but now your weight loss now seems to be at a standstill. What’s happening? It’s common for people […]
Training Schedules
6 Week 5K Beginner Training Schedule
This six-week 5K beginner training schedule is designed for run/walkers who want to build up their endurance to running a 5K (3.1 miles). This training schedule is a run/walk to continuous running program. Each week, […]
Racing
Can I Run a 10K Race?
Running a 10K race (6.2 miles) is definitely an achievable goal for a beginner runner who has about 8 weeks to train, as long as you’re committed to running or working out at least 3 to 4 […]
Running Basics
How to Dress for Cold Weather Running
Running in cold weather can be invigorating and a lot of fun, as long as you’re properly dressed. I love the feeling of satisfaction I get from completing a winter run. And getting outside for […]
Half Marathons & Marathons
Marathon Recovery Tips From a Running Coach
So you’ve just reached a long-term goal of completing a marathon. Congratulations! You may be wondering, “Now what?” As exhilarating as it may feel to cross that finish line, the toll it takes on your […]
Running Motivation
How to Practice Mindful Running
Mindfulness is the art of keeping your mind in the present. You’re not dwelling on the past or worrying about the future, but rather focusing on what you’re doing, whether it’s eating a meal, running […]
Running Basics
How to Increase Your Running Cadence
If you’d like to run faster, improving your running cadence—or stride frequency—can actually help you make significant improvements in your overall performance. Plus, a higher cadence and shorter stride means less impact on your legs […]
Nutrition & Weight Loss
Should I Eat During Long Runs?
One half or full marathon training aspect that definitely takes some getting used to is having to eat during long runs. Some runners make the mistake of thinking they’re not running long enough to need […]
Training
Should I Strength Train Before or After Running?
As a running coach, I always encourage runners to incorporate strength training into their training regimen. Whether they’re lifting weights or doing bodyweight exercises, regular strength training can help runners avoid injuries, improve their performance, […]