As an average, middle of the pack runner, I thoroughly enjoy my time spent logging miles each week. I head out in the midst of a training plan for a long run, or in the depths of winter just trying to maintain fitness. Sometimes I need to increase my mileage, while others are spent riding … Read More
When I first started running, I really didn’t know anything about the sport. I ran around my block a few times each day, and was pleased to notice that each time it felt a little easier. As my progress continued, I decided to challenge myself by signing up for a half marathon. My mileage increased, … Read More
I hear so often that if you want to become a better runner, you need to increase your mileage. While this is true to some extent, there definitely is a point where those junk miles start to do more damage than good. Have you ever wondered how many miles you should run? Running has an … Read More
No matter what distance you run each week, whether you’re a beginner runner or pro athlete, tempo runs are an important workout to complete during training. With so many different tempo run variations, these workouts prove to be versatile and function well for any type of runner. Tempo runs are one of my favorite workouts … Read More
One of my favorite parts about running is that it allows for constant improvement. No matter how good we get, there’s always more we can do. Running has the ability to push us to new limits, and with that ability comes the constant quest for new information. With each new phase of running I experience … Read More
No matter how much we love running, or how hard we train, we will inevitably hit a running plateau at some point. Despite our best efforts during training, we find ourselves feeling a little stale on each run. We head out the door for our regular weekday miles, and run the same pace or the … Read More
