mental tips for long runs
Half Marathons & Marathons

Mental Tips for Long Runs

December 7, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Without a doubt, the long runs are one of the most difficult aspects of training for a distance race such as a half or full marathon. Running long is as much a mental challenge as […]

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Running Injuries

How to Prevent Side Stitches

December 6, 2024 Christine Luff 0

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

proper hydration for running
Nutrition & Weight Loss

Proper Hydration for Running

December 5, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Staying hydrated is critical to your running performance and, more importantly, for preventing heat-related illnesses. Dehydration in athletes may lead to fatigue, headaches, decreased coordination, and muscle cramping. Other heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heatstroke, have even more […]