alternatives to hill running
Training

Fun Alternatives to Hill Running

January 15, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Training on hills has lots of benefits for runners, such as improved strength, speed, and confidence. But some runners who live in very flat areas get concerned about their lack of hill training, especially if […]

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Half Marathons & Marathons

Half or Full Marathon Packing List

January 14, 2024 Christine Luff 0

In the days before your half or full marathon, you’re most likely going to be nervous and anxious. Getting all your racing clothes, gear, food and other supplies ready will help you manage your anxiety and help […]

Half Marathons & Marathons

Why You Shouldn’t Skip Recovery Runs

January 13, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Regardless of race distance, recovery runs should be important part of your training. And no matter your running experience, you can reap the benefits—including performance improvement, injury prevention, and faster recovery—of incorporating recovery runs into […]

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Half Marathons & Marathons

Half Marathon Spectator Sign Ideas

January 12, 2024 Christine Luff 1

Half marathon runners love to read signs as they cover the 13.1-mile race distance. They break up the monotony, provide inspiration, and give them a reason to laugh when they may be feeling some pain […]

Racing

How to Deal With Crowds at Races

January 12, 2024 Christine Luff 0

If like to run big and popular marathons and other races, you may find yourself surrounded by lots of runners, from start to finish. To help ease your frustration and improve your race performance, try […]