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Running Injuries

How to Prevent Side Stitches

January 6, 2024 Christine Luff 0

One of the most common questions I hear from new runners that I coach is, “How can I prevent those annoying side stitches?”   A side stitch is a sharp, intense pain under the lower […]

Racing

5K Racing Mistakes to Avoid

January 6, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Whether you’re running your first 5K or it’s been a while since your last road race, it’s important to plan ahead so you don’t make some common 5K racing mistakes. To calm your race anxiety […]

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Kids Running

Conditioning Drills for Kids

January 5, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Whether they run, swim, or participate in sports such as soccer, hockey, basketball, or all of the above, kids can benefit from conditioning drills. Working some of these conditioning drills for kids into their weekly […]

Half Marathons & Marathons

Best Energy Gels for Running

January 4, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Feel like you’re hitting a wall during your long runs or races? As you’re running, you’re depleting your stored energy, or glycogen. Fueling with energy gels will prevent you from running out of energy and […]