Should I Run a Marathon
Half Marathons & Marathons

Should I Run a Marathon?

December 21, 2024 Christine Luff 0

So you have some experience as a runner, but lately you’ve been wondering, “Should I run a marathon?” Before you decide, it helps to truly understand what you’re getting into. Some people have some fears […]

mental tips for long runs
Half Marathons & Marathons

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 […]

Half Marathons & Marathons

Best Energy Gels for Running

December 4, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Feel like you’re hitting a wall during your long runs or races? As you’re running, you’re depleting your stored energy, or glycogen. Fueling with energy gels will prevent you from running out of energy and […]

eat during long runs
Nutrition & Weight Loss

Should I Eat During Long Runs?

November 29, 2024 Christine Luff 0

One half or full marathon training aspect that definitely takes some getting used to is having to eat during long runs. Some runners make the mistake of thinking they’re not running long enough to need […]

tired after long runs
Half Marathons & Marathons

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 […]

Training

Cross-Training for Runners

November 15, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Most runners know that running shouldn’t be their only form of exercise. Yet many aren’t sure why or how they should cross train and what’s the best cross-training for runners. Benefits of Cross-Training for Runners […]