Inspiration
5 Smart Strategies to Create a Successful Running Habit
Get five simple strategies to help start and continue with a regular running habit, so you can reap all the health benefits of running. […]
Running
Racing
Running Etiquette Rules for Racing
If you’re new to running in road races, you may not be familiar with some of the rules – both stated and unwritten. While many veteran runners love to see new runners joining the sport, […]
Racing
How to Look Good in Your Race Photos
I used to think that race photographers were just catching me at bad moments when I was running races. I’d look through the thumbnail images emailed to me and see all kinds of unflattering poses: […]
Running Injuries
7 Simple Ways Runners Can Prevent Running Injuries
I haven’t had a running injury (knock on wood) for several years now and I attribute it mostly to learning from past mistakes and following these simple injury prevention strategies. Here’s some expert advice on […]
Racing
Finish Line Tips From a Running Coach
When you’re training for a race, especially a big one such as a marathon, you may already be thinking about how exhilarated and relieved you’ll feel at finish line. However, you may not be considering […]
Running
3 Simple Tweaks to Run Faster and Injury-Free
When I talk to runners, whether they’re beginners or experienced, they often express that they’d like to run faster and also stay injury-free. While some may think those goals are not compatible, as training hard […]
Half Marathons & Marathons
Beginner Marathon Run/Walk Training Schedule
This 20-week beginner marathon run/walk training schedule is designed to help you run/walk to the finish line of your marathon (26.2 miles). To start this plan (see below), you should have been run/walking for at […]
Running
8 Ways Runners Can Strengthen Immunity
While running and other forms of exercise can definitely improve your overall health, it won’t make you immune from colds, flu, and other viruses. However, there are plenty of ways you can boost your immune […]
Running
Tips for Running After 50
Once you’ve reached your 50th birthday (or beyond), you might assume it might be time to hang up your running shoes. As a running coach for 20+ years, I’ve coached many men and women who […]
Half Marathons & Marathons
7 Ways to Deal With Marathon Anxiety
When runners tell me that they’re nervous for their upcoming marathon, I tell them, “That’s completely normal! I’d be concerned if you weren’t nervous at all.” Running 26.2 miles is not something that you should take […]