Racing
How to Run a 5K Without Stopping
If you’re trying to run a 5K (3.1 miles) without stopping or taking a walking break, here are some tips to help you reach your goal: 1. Follow a 5K training schedule. If you’re fairly […]
Racing
Racing
What to Do the Day Before a Race
Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a first-time 5K participant, the hours leading up to race day are crucial. To ensure you perform your best and minimize race-day anxiety, it’s essential to have a well-planned […]
Half Marathons & Marathons
How to Avoid Hitting the Wall in a Marathon
If you’re training for a marathon, you may be worried about the infamous “wall” – the moment during the race when your energy dips, your legs feel like lead, and your mind screams for you […]
Half Marathons & Marathons
Mental Tips for Half and Full Marathon Running
No matter how much race experience they have, all runners get nervous before races and have pre-race moments when they start to doubt themselves, especially when it comes to half and full marathon running. Follow […]
Racing
Can I Run a 5K?
If you’ve recently started with running, you may have started to think about running your first 5K, or 3.1 mile, race. But you might also be having some doubts and thinking, “Can I run a […]
Racing
6 Week 10K Beginner Training Schedule
This six-week 10K training schedule is designed for beginner runners who want to build up to running a 10K (6.2 miles). Ideally, to start this training program (see plan and printable version below), you should […]
Half Marathons & Marathons
What If I Can’t Finish a Race?
I’m sure most runners can tell you about at least DNF (Did Not Finish) race story. For me, it was a half marathon in Brooklyn. I remember pulling my calf muscle at mile 3 and […]
Half Marathons & Marathons
Mind Games for Long Runs and Races
The mental challenge of long runs and races can be just as tough (if not more difficult) as the physical demands of the distance. Here are some mind games for long runs and races that […]
Racing
How to Pick the Right Race to Run
Having a race on your calendar is great motivation to keep running. But it’s important to pick the right race to run so you don’t start to regret your decision. If you’re not excited about […]
Racing
5 Common Racing Mistakes to Avoid
A running friend made a classic first’s timer racing mistake in her marathon last year. She felt so good during her first mile, that she dropped her pace to about 30 seconds faster per mile […]