Racing
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 […]
Racing
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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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, […]
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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: […]
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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 […]