Running Humor
Murphy’s Law for Runners
Murphy’s Law is an old adage that says, “Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong.” As many runners can attest, Murphy’s Law can sometimes hold true in running. Although running can be full of […]
Year: 2024
Training Schedules
8-Week Intermediate 10K Training Schedule
So you’ve already run at least one 10K (6.2 miles) road race and now you’re ready for your next goal: Improving your time. To achieve a personal record (PR) in the 10K, you’ll definitely need to add speed training […]
Charity Running
13 Fundraising Tips for Charity Runners
Fundraising can be a daunting, intimidating process. As a charity runner coach, I’ve actually talked to a lot of runners who were way more nervous about raising the minimum amount than actually running the race. […]
Racing
What is a PR or Personal Record?
Once you’ve run your first road race, you have a PR, or a “Personal Record.” It refers to your best time in a race of a specific distance. So, if you run a 5K race […]
Half Marathons & Marathons
Intermediate Marathon Training Schedule
If you’ve already run at least one marathon (26.2 miles), you may be thinking about your next goal: improving your time. Use this 18-week intermediate marathon training schedule to help you run a personal record (PR) in […]
Half Marathons & Marathons
Benefits of Long Distance Running
The half and full marathoners that I coach know that a weekly long runs is an essential part of their training. Of course, it’s not always their favorite part of the training, but they understand […]
Nutrition & Weight Loss
7 Superfoods for Runners
Eating the right foods is essential to runners’ performance, recovery, and overall health. So it’s important for runners to make smart, nutritious choices when it comes to pre-run and post-run eating. It’s always more convenient […]
Running Injuries
How to Prevent and Treat Black Toenails
“So, how many toenails did you lose?” Marathoners commonly hear this question from people who assume that black toenails or toenails falling off are inevitable when running a marathon. Some runners even think of getting […]
Running Basics
How to Run With a Water Bottle
Staying hydrated on the run is crucial to staying safe, avoiding heat-related illnesses, and reaching your running potential. Research has shown that even slight dehydration can impair your athletic performance by up to 10%. However, […]
Racing
4 Week Advanced 10K Training Schedule
Did you register for a 10K race that’s about a month away? Don’t worry, you still have time to get ready for your race. This 4 week advanced 10K training schedule is designed for runners who […]