Running

How to Recover After a Long Run

January 3, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Running long distances can leave your body feeling exhausted and sore. Whether you’re training for a long distance race like a marathon or trying to increase your overall mileage, proper recovery from long runs is […]

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Running Basics

How to Stay Relaxed When Running

December 29, 2023 Christine Luff 0

A common mistake among runners, both beginners and experienced, is holding a lot of tension in their upper body when running. Sometimes runners’ shoulders creep up toward their ears, which creates a much more inefficient […]

Training

Should I Strength Train Before or After Running?

November 29, 2023 Christine Luff 0

As a running coach, I always encourage runners to incorporate strength training into their training regimen. Whether they’re lifting weights or doing bodyweight exercises, regular strength training can help runners avoid injuries, improve their performance, […]

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Running Basics

Pre-Run Warm-Up Exercises

November 13, 2023 Christine Luff 0

It’s tempting to jump right into your run and get started, but doing some warm-up exercises before your run will improve your performance and help you stay injury-free. Benefits of Pre-Run Warm-Up Exercises Warming-up before […]

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Running

5 Reasons to Try the Run/Walk Method

November 11, 2023 Christine Luff 0

If you’re just getting started with running, your eventual goal may be to build up running a certain distance or time period without stopping or taking a walking break.  Or, if you’re already an experienced […]

Injury Prevention and Recovery Tools
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9 Injury Prevention and Recovery Tools

November 10, 2023 Christine Luff 0

Common sense is crucial to injury prevention and recovery, but sometimes you may need help from some key tools. Incorporating recovery and injury prevention tools into your routine can make a world of difference in your […]