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7 Tips for Running Races in Hot Weather

July 18, 2026 Christine Luff 2

Runners usually know to slow down or run indoors when the temperature and humidity are high but, when it comes to running races in hot weather, sometimes they’ll get competitive and ignore some of the […]

How to Look Good in Your Race Photos

July 2, 2026 Christine Luff 0

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: […]

How to Be the Ideal Marathon Spectator

April 13, 2026 Christine Luff 0

While it doesn’t require the same amount of endurance as running a marathon, being a marathon spectator does involve some preparation and work. If you’ll be on the sidelines of a race, such as the […]

9 Ways to Keep Running When You Want to Stop

March 1, 2026 Christine Luff 0

Whether you’re running in a race, doing a long run, or trying to push through a tough speed workout, it can sometimes feel like it’s a struggle to keep running. Your body may feel strong, […]

Tips for Racing in Cold Weather

December 3, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Some runners choose to take the winter season off from racing, but others like to stay motivated by continuing to race through the colder months. Although many of the same cold weather running safety tips […]

Common Fears About Running Races – And How to Get Over Them

October 29, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Running a road race, such as a 5K, can seem intimidating to new runners, but you’re missing out on a very positive and fulfilling experience if you’re too afraid to take the plunge. Here are […]

How Can I Avoid Slowing Down at the End of Races?

October 22, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Unlike elite runners, most of us aren’t going to lose money or a prize if we get beat in the final stretch of a race. But it still can be thrilling and gratifying to finish […]

Tips for Racing in the Rain, from a Run Coach

September 28, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Most races are not cancelled due to rain, and many runners worry about what to do if it rains on race day. It’s definitely helpful to do some training runs in the rain, so you’re […]

Starting Line Tips for Running Races

September 13, 2025 Christine Luff 0

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 […]

How to Finish Strong in Running Races

September 10, 2025 Christine Luff 0

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 […]