half marathon mistakes
Half Marathons & Marathons

13 Half Marathon Mistakes to Avoid

October 13, 2024 Christine Luff 0

There’s a lot that could go wrong during half marathon training and racing. Here are some common half marathon mistakes and tips from a running coach on how to avoid them. 1. Don’t run a half marathon as […]

half marathon advanced schedule
Half Marathons & Marathons

Half Marathon Advanced Training Schedule

October 12, 2024 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, 2024 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 […]

standing core exercises
Training

Standing Core Exercises for Runners

October 1, 2024 Christine Luff 0

If you don’t like crunches and planks, there are plenty of other ways to strengthen and sculpt your core, without having to get down on the ground. Beyond building strength in your abs, lower back, and […]

Half Marathons & Marathons

Inspiring Marathon Signs for Spectators

September 29, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Marathon runners could definitely use some inspiration during their 26.2 mile journey. Some love reading funny marathon signs, but they also appreciate motivational signs. Here are some inspirational quotes for marathon signs that spectators can […]