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Half Marathon Intermediate Training Schedule

December 11, 2024 Christine Luff 0

So you’ve already run at least one half marathon (13.1 miles), and now you’re moving on to your next goal: Beating your time! Use this 12-week half marathon intermediate training schedule (see schedule and get […]

8 Tips to Run Your Best Half Marathon

December 9, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Getting ready for a half marathon? If you’re hoping to run your best half marathon, here are some tips to take your training to the next level. 1. Run with others. Running with a group will […]

Mental Tips for Long Runs

December 7, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Without a doubt, the long runs are one of the most difficult aspects of training for a distance race such as a half or full marathon. Running long is as much a mental challenge as […]

How to Avoid Weight Gain After a Marathon

December 5, 2024 Christine Luff 0

“When I ran a marathon last year, I gained 10 pounds in a couple of months after the race. How can I avoid weight gain after a marathon next time?” -Run for Good reader Great […]

Marathon Recovery Tips From a Running Coach

December 1, 2024 Christine Luff 0

So you’ve just reached a long-term goal of completing a marathon. Congratulations! You may be wondering, “Now what?” As exhilarating as it felt to finish, the toll it takes on your body should not be […]

Long Distance Running Tips, from a Running Coach

November 29, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Your long runs can be the most challenging part of training for a long distance event such as a marathon, especially as the mileage creeps into the double digits. Here are some expert long distance running tips […]

Why Am I So Tired After Long Runs?

November 23, 2024 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 […]

How to Beat the Post-Race Blues

November 17, 2024 Christine Luff 0

A first-time marathon finisher recently confessed to me that, rather than wanting to celebrate her accomplishment, she felt sad and disappointed after her race. It may sound crazy to some, but her experience of post-race […]

How to Beat a Half Marathon Time Limit

November 14, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Getting ready for your first half marathon (13.1 miles) race? You may have concerns about finishing before the race’s cutoff time. If you’re a slow runner or run/walker, you most likely have nothing to worry […]

Half Marathon Recovery Tips from a Running Coach

November 10, 2024 Christine Luff 0

So you’ve just finished a half marathon –- congratulations! Perhaps you’re already thinking about doing another one, or maybe you’re thinking that you’re going to stick to shorter races from now on. Whatever your future […]