tired after long runs
Half Marathons & Marathons

Why Am I So Tired After Long Runs?

November 23, 2024 Christine Luff 0

A marathoner-in-training recently told me that she’s been completely wiped out after her Saturday long runs. “I take a 3-hour nap in the afternoon, but still need to go to bed by 9:00 p.m” she […]

speed training
Running

8 Rules for Speed Training

November 23, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Adding speedwork to your training has lots of benefits, including improved performance, form, efficiency, confidence, and even more calories burned. But to prevent running injuries, it’s important that runners take some precautions before jumping into speed […]

finish line
Half Marathons & Marathons

How to Beat the Post-Race Blues

November 17, 2024 Christine Luff 0

A first-time marathon finisher recently confessed to me that, rather than wanting to celebrate her accomplishment, she felt sad and disappointed after her race. It may sound crazy to some, but her experience of post-race […]

eating rules for runners
Nutrition & Weight Loss

5 Smart Eating Rules for Runners

November 16, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Runners need to eat healthy to fuel their workouts properly and help build stronger bodies. Follow these five sensible and healthful eating rules for runners to get the most out of your food — and […]

hip strengthening exercises
Running

Hip Strengthening Exercises

November 15, 2024 Christine Luff 0

For many runners, knee pain, other injuries, and running performance issues are often a result of tight or weak hips, glutes, and other hip stabilizing muscles. Tight and weak muscles are often the result of […]

Training

Cross-Training for Runners

November 15, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Most runners know that running shouldn’t be their only form of exercise. Yet many aren’t sure why or how they should cross train and what are the best cross-training activities for runners. Benefits of Cross-Training […]