Running Motivation
10 Ways to Celebrate Global Running Day
Global Running Day is Wednesday, June 5, 2024. Although many of us don’t need a special day as an excuse to run, it’s still fun and exciting to see the sport of running in the […]
Month: May 2024
Half Marathons & Marathons
7 Ways to Deal With Marathon Anxiety
When runners tell me that they’re nervous for their upcoming marathon, I tell them, “That’s completely normal! I’d be concerned if you weren’t nervous at all.” Running 26.2 miles is not something that you should take […]
Racing
7 Tips for Running Races in Hot Weather
Runners usually know to slow down or run indoors when the temperature and humidity are high but, when it comes to running races in hot weather, sometimes they’ll get competitive and ignore some of the […]
Running Injuries
How to Prevent and Treat Foot Blisters
Get tips and suggestions for how to prevent and treat foot blisters, so you can run without worrying that a painful blister will ruin your run. […]
Running Gear
Best Running Shorts for Women
Your choice of running shorts can make or break a run, as any runner who has struggled with painful chafing or various mid-run wardrobe malfunctions can attest to. Check out this round-up of the best […]
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
How Runners Can Protect Their Skin from the Sun
Runners spend a lot of time outdoors in the sun, so it’s important that we take steps to protect our skin from the sun. Shielding your skin from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can help […]
Running Motivation
5 Tips for Training for a Virtual Race
Training for a virtual race? You’ll need to prepare in some of the same ways you do for a regular race, but you might find that it’s harder to stay motivated. Here some training tips […]
Training
7 Tips to Run Faster in a 5K Race
So you’ve already done a 5K and now you’ve got a goal for your next one: Beat your finishing time! Many beginner runners run faster 5Ks after their initial one because they feel a lot […]
Running Motivation
5 Ways to Enjoy Running More
Last week I was getting a little bored with my usual suburban running route, so I decided to switch it up and run a hilly route on the other side of town. As I crested […]