Many runners choose to stay indoors throughout the winter to avoid the treacherous sidewalk conditions and frigid temperatures. However, if you’re anything like me, the thought of logging endless treadmill miles sounds exponentially worse than battling the weather. But luckily, running outdoors through the winter isn’t nearly as bad as many would expect. The key … Read More
Running outdoors is simple during the spring, summer and fall, but as the temperature cools and snow begins to fall, runners are presented with the unique challenges of winter running. Challenges like running on snow and ice. Winter running season brings its fair share of discomfort with cold, frigid temperatures, but what about all the … Read More
After months of layering up for unpredictable weather, the first few hot weather runs are a welcomed relief. The simplicity of heading outside in the simple summer running outfit of just shorts and a t-shirt makes running feel like a breeze. Until you realize how bright it is. And how hot the sun feels on … Read More
For most runners, training through the summer brings it’s fair share of challenges – the heat, humidity and sun to name a few. And while the summer weather may feel blissful after a cold, dark winter, it’s important to remember that summer running requires a few training adjustments. Today, Traci Magnus is sharing some essential … Read More
Not only does winter bring some less than ideal weather conditions, but the dreary weather is usually coupled with lower fitness motivation. By the time you add decreased sunlight to the mix, it’s almost as if you’re destined for a season of hibernation, regardless of how hard you try. Attempting to stay active in the … Read More
Runners are notorious for trudging through some wicked weather. We stubbornly stick to our training plans as if deviating from them in any way would drastically affect our performance. Even middle of the pack runners such as myself know the guilt that accompanies a missed training run. When the weather gets rough, we continue to … Read More
