Running strides can be a confusing topic in the running vocabulary. The singular term “stride” is usually used to refer to the length of your step in relation to your running form. However, when used int he plural form, “strides” are also used to reference a type of running speed workout. What are strides? When … Read More
Many of us envy those early morning runners. As we wrap up the work day and begrudgingly lace up our running shoes, we find ourselves wishing we could get motivated to complete our run before the day even starts. However, the key to becoming a morning runner is actually quite simple. Establish a morning run … Read More
Most runners began 2020 as usual: signing up for fall races and setting big running goals for the year. Little did we know that running events would change drastically as the year progressed. Suddenly, our goal races have all become virtual running challenges. What is a virtual challenge? With many in-person events being cancelled for … Read More
Many runners find themselves feeling a little overwhelmed as they begin marathon training. It’s hard to imagine completing 26.2 miles when your training never takes you to that distance – especially during your long runs. The longest run before a marathon is usually quite a few miles shorter than the actual race distance itself. How … Read More
While it may seem simple on the surface, the sport of running actually involves quite a few variations. Some athletes might refer to themselves runners, while others describe themselves as joggers… and then there are the sprinters. Is there a difference between jogging vs sprinting? Are running and sprinting the same thing? These questions, along … Read More
If you’ve purchased a smart watch or looked into training plans lately, you might notice that many of them include heart rate details. Learning to utilize running heart rate zones can help add focus to your training. What is running heart rate training? Simply put, heart rate training uses your different heart rate zones to … Read More
