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Racing

Tips for Racing in Cold Weather

December 7, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Some runners choose to take the winter season off from racing, but others like to stay motivated by continuing to race through the colder months. Although many of the same cold weather running safety tips […]

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 […]

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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 […]

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Kids Running

Conditioning Drills for Kids

December 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 […]