Deciding what to pack for a race is an important, yet often over-looked, element of marathon training. Creating a marathon checklist, or packing list for any race distance, can greatly ease stress and nerves leading up to race day. Preparing to run a race – whether it’s a 5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon or…
Finishing a half marathon is no easy task. Even after months of training, sticking to your goal pace on race day can be challenging without guidance. Using a half marathon pace chart along the course is a great way to nail your finish time. Between a crowded course, water stations and the distraction of spectators,…
If you’ve decided to run your first half marathon, you are certainly in for a wild ride. Completing your first half marathon is an experience that will never be forgotten, and definitely worth all of the hard work during training. Running your first half marathon is an amazing accomplishment. But no matter how well you…
So you did it – you just signed up for your first race. Congratulations! Training for and completing your first race is one of the most exciting, challenging and rewarding processes. There is nothing like trying something new and finishing it on a high. But now that you’ve signed up, how do you prepare for…
After 14 weeks of 25k training, today is finally RACE DAY! My excitement is high as I eagerly await the start. The past few weeks of training were spent completing all my race preparation in order for race day to go as smoothly as possible. This race is extra special since it falls on my…
Running is one of my favorite ways to test my limits and challenge myself. I have learned more about myself through running than I have in any other aspect of my life. The opportunities for improvement are limitless in this sport, and I love the fact that more and more people seem to be taking…