Inspiration
How to Find Time for Running
When I first became a mom, I had a tough time balancing my new parenting responsibilities with work obligations and personal time. Going for a run seemed to be the first thing to get cut […]
Articles by Christine Luff
Inspiration
30 Quotes About Perseverance to Keep You Motivated
Running is not always easy. Some days you may feel like you can run forever, while there are those bad runs when you feel like you’re not making any progress and you just want to […]
Running Gear
How to Make Your Running Shoes Last Longer
It’s important to replace your running shoes every 350 to 400 miles, but getting new shoes every couple of months can get expensive. However, the better you take care of your running shoes, the longer they’ll last, […]
Running Motivation
How Runners Can Deal With Performance Anxiety
Runners who I coach often ask me, “You don’t still get nervous before races, do you?” I always tell them that even experienced runners get some pre-race anxiety. So, yes, I sometimes feel sick to […]
Running Humor
Funny Marathon Signs for Spectators
Planning to cheer for marathon runners at an upcoming race? Marathoners love to see witty and entertaining signs held by spectators as they’re running by. I’ve got tips for displaying signs, as well as ideas […]
Half Marathons & Marathons
13 Things to Know Before Running a Half Marathon
So you think you may want to train for and run a half marathon, but do you really know what’s involved? Here are 13 things to know about training for and running a half marathon, […]
Running Basics
5 Simple Changes to Run Longer and Stronger
We all know that it’s tough to overall a specific behavior or adopt a big habit. Although we may have good intentions to run every regularly or dramatically increase our mileage, big changes like that […]
Half Marathons & Marathons
13 Half Marathon Training Tips from a Running Coach
Whether you’re training for your first or 21st half marathon, some of the same basic training tips and principles apply. You should follow the golden rules of running, such as listening to your body, replacing […]
Running Injuries
How to Prevent Nipple Chafing When Running
A common problem among runners, nipple chafing and bleeding can be very painful (and embarrassing), but it’s also very preventable. By taking some precautions, you can avoid this unpleasant condition, even before the first signs. […]
Running Gear
How to Prevent Smelly Running Shoes and Clothes
One of the more annoying (and potentially embarrassing) aspects of running is the smells that comes from sweaty running shoes and clothes. To help avoid the stink, here are some steps you can take to […]