Racing
Starting Line Tips for Running Races
When you’ve trained for a race, you may be thinking more about finishing the race than what you need to do at the start, but being prepared and strategic at the start is an important […]
Articles by Christine Luff
Half Marathons & Marathons
13 Half Marathon Mistakes to Avoid
There’s a lot that could go wrong during half marathon training and racing. Here are some common half marathon mistakes and tips from a running coach on how to avoid them. 1. Don’t run a half marathon as […]
Running Gear
Funny Running Gifts for Runners
Shopping for running gifts for the runners in your life? Luckily, there are plenty of hilarious, quirky, and useful gifts that celebrate their love for running and their sense of humor. These funny running gifts […]
Running Gear
Must Have Running Gear to Make Your Runs More Comfortable
Whether they’re shopping for some new gear for themselves or as a gift for someone else, runners love to get recommendations for running gear from other runners or fitness-minded people. So it makes sense that […]
Training Schedules
8 Week Beginner 5K Training Schedule
This 8 week 5K training schedule is designed for run/walkers who want to build up to running a 5K race (3.1 miles). The program assumes that you can already run/walk (at 5 minute run/1 min […]
Racing
How to Finish Strong in Running Races
Although most of us runners aren’t going to lose out on money or medals if we get beat in the final stretch of a race, it’s still very satisfying and thrilling to finish strong in […]
Running Gear
Funny Running Shirts That Make Great Gifts
If you’re looking to surprise the runner in your life with a running gift, skip the boring socks and go for something that will keep their spirits high during those grueling miles: funny running shirts. […]
Kids Running
How to Improve Cross Country Times
Cross country running is as much a mental battle as it is a physical one. Whether you’re aiming to make varsity, win races, or just shave a few seconds off your PR, improving your time […]
Half Marathons & Marathons
How to Have a Strong Marathon Finish
Veteran marathon runners say that the race really begins at the 20-mile mark, when you buckle up for a grueling 10K run to the finish line. Indeed, the final 6.2 miles of a marathon is […]
Running Basics
Should You Run Every Day?
One of the biggest misconceptions among runners who want to get faster is that they should run every day. In reality, your body needs rest days to recover, repair muscles to get stronger, and re-adapt […]