Racing
5K Racing Mistakes to Avoid
Whether you’re running your first 5K or it’s been a while since your last road race, it’s important to plan ahead so you don’t make some common 5K racing mistakes. To calm your race anxiety […]
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How to Run a Faster Mile
Are you looking to improve your mile time? Whether you’re new to running or have years of experience, you can make some small changes in your training to run a faster mile. Here are some […]
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How to Train for and Run a 5K Race
Running your first 5K is an exciting and achievable running goal for most people, even those who are new to running or may have never run a race before. A 5K race is 5 kilometers […]
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Tips for Racing in Cold Weather
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 […]
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7 Reasons to Run a Race
Running races can be a fun, motivating, and confidence-boosting experience, but some runners are hesitant to enter their first road race. If you need convincing, here are some reasons to run a race, whether it […]
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How to Use a Porta Potty
Porta-potty, port-a-john, port-a-san, port-a-loo — whatever you want to call it, there’s no way to make a portable toilet sound more appealing. But, if you’re a runner who enjoys road racing, using the porta-potties is […]
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10 Race Tips for New Runners
The days and morning before a race can be filled with anxiety, even if you’ve raced before. Here are some race tips to help you feel more ready and confident. 1. Get your race outfit […]
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Can I Run a 10K Race?
Running a 10K race (6.2 miles) is definitely an achievable goal for a beginner runner who has about 8 weeks to train, as long as you’re committed to running or working out at least 3 to 4 […]
Half Marathons & Marathons
Marathon Recovery Tips From a Running Coach
So you’ve just reached a long-term goal of completing a marathon. Congratulations! You may be wondering, “Now what?” As exhilarating as it may feel to cross that finish line, the toll it takes on your […]
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How to Take Water from Aid Stations in a Race
Most running races have at least one water stop (aid station), where race volunteers pass out water and sometimes other fluids to make sure the runners stay hydrated. Many runners prefer to take water from […]