tired after long runs
Half Marathons & Marathons

Why Am I So Tired After Long Runs?

November 23, 2023 Christine Luff 0

A marathoner-in-training recently told me that she’s been completely wiped out after her Saturday long runs. “I take a 3-hour nap in the afternoon, but still need to go to bed by 9:00 p.m” she […]

half marathon advanced schedule
Half Marathons & Marathons

Half Marathon Advanced Training Schedule

October 12, 2023 Christine Luff 0

Are you an experienced runner hoping to take your half marathon training to the next level? Use this 12-week half marathon advanced training schedule (see table below) to help you run a personal record (PR) […]

What to Do the Week Before a Marathon
Half Marathons & Marathons

What to Do the Week Before a Marathon

October 4, 2023 Christine Luff 0

After months of training for a marathon, it may feel strange that your final preparations for the race would include very little running. Many marathoners-in-training are nervous (totally normal!) and get the urge to run […]

can't finish a race
Half Marathons & Marathons

What If I Can’t Finish a Race?

September 30, 2023 Christine Luff 0

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 […]