As their fitness level increases, every runner will experience some pain and soreness. If they treat it properly, it won’t impede their long term progress. One of the most important things to consider when starting or continuing a running program is recognizing the kind of pain that signals an injury and indicates that it is …
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You’ve seen your friends do it. They’re fit, energetic, and they always look so happy! You want what they’ve got– so you’re thinking of taking up running. It can’t be that hard! Do you really need to read books for beginning runners? While it may seem like you just throw on a pair of running …
If you’re new to running, the idea of going outside and running for 20, 40, 60 minutes or longer might seem preposterous. After all, how could you possibly distract yourself while running for that long? Having a familiar set of things to think about while running can actually make the training process more inviting. First …
The 2017 Austin Marathon was the worst race of my life. The 2017 Austin Marathon was the worst run of my life. But in running, as in life, sometimes things just don’t go your way. First Published: February 24, 2017… Last Updated: January 15, 2021 Austin Marathon Race Report I admit that I had a …
IT band hip pain is so common that it’s the most dreaded injury for most runners. It’s a sharp and nagging pain that hurts with every single step. But why do so many runners experience IT band pain? And is there a way to fix it? First Published: March 31, 2016… Last Updated: January 12, …
There are many advantages and disadvantages to running indoors on a treadmill and outdoors on the streets but is one really better than the other? What about if you’re running for recreation or training for a marathon? The debate has an obvious starting point: Running indoors on a treadmill can be boring. The runner is …
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On Monday morning, when you get up for work, you notice there is a little tickle in your throat, and you are just a wee bit more tired than usual. By Tuesday, that throat is full-out sore, your joints ache, and you really feel lousy. It’s every marathon runner’s nightmare….trying to decide whether or not …
Most runners can’t make it through an entire training program without fighting a few niggling injuries. Make sure you’re taking good care of yourself to speed up recovery from running so you can stick to your training plan. Self-massage for runners is also always a great idea! But sometimes a more proactive approach is necessary. …
Don’t bail on your outdoor workout just because the mercury drops! When you have the proper winter running clothes, you are fully prepared to take whatever Mother Nature can throw at you! Thinking about cold weather workout gear should start at the top of your head and work all the way down to the tips …
Ask any marathoner or ultra runner: taper anxiety is real. Even after weeks and months of training, the taper is the worst time of the whole training period. What should be a glorious week (or two or three) of downtime is really a torturous period that breeds anxiety and doubt. Just when we should be …
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