Listening to an entertaining or informative podcast is terrific, but trying to find a great podcast can be difficult. With nearly a million active podcasts available, even browsing through running podcasts can feel overwhelming. If you’re feeling a bit lost when it comes to finding great running podcasts, we’re here to help. Whether you’re looking … Read more
Many runners put a fair amount of planning into weekend long runs. But with less time and energy during the week, planning our shorter mid-week runs can often be an afterthought. You likely head out the door at the same time each day and run the same route, passing the same houses and trees and … Read more
When I coached high school track and cross country, there was an assistant coach who would tell the runners, especially during the long, slow, base-building summer runs, “you’ve got to go slow to go fast.” They would look at him sceptically, but his advice, while perhaps counterintuitive, is actually quite sound. Research, in fact, has … Read more
Do you find yourself coughing after running? And is it normal to cough after running? If you’re curious as to the cause of runner’s cough and wondering how to avoid, or at least minimize this problem, then keeping on reading! In this article, we will discuss: 7 possible causes of runner’s cough 5 ways to … Read more
Many things in life get better with age – wine, cheese and wisdom just to name a few. However athletic endurance, speed and strength don’t quite make the list. Instead, over time our athletic performance will eventually plateau and begin to decline due to the nature of the ageing process. The age at which you … Read more
Perhaps you have been running for a while and like the idea of getting faster. Maybe you’ve thought about how satisfying it would feel to run a mile in 10 minutes. In addition to being a nice even number that makes figuring out paces and timing a breeze, a 10 minute mile is a significant, … Read more
“Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working.” – Pablo Picasso Have you ever wondered why some people seem to have no problem running regularly, yet you can’t seem to do so with any consistency? Maybe you’ve wondered how those regular runners stay motivated to keep running day after day, month after month, year … Read more
If you’ve ever stopped to walk during a run or race because you were exhausted or out of breath, and then started running again once you felt bettfer, you’ve incorporated walking with your running. When discussing the run/walk method, however, we are talking about a more specific, planned strategy, using pre-determined times for walking breaks. … Read more
You may have run your first 5K just for fun, without caring about your pace, but have done a few more and enjoyed seeing your time improve. Maybe you’re ready to work on improving your 5K performance and have your sights set on doing it in a 25 minute 5k. If so, you may find … Read more
In this article, we’re going to discuss the pros and cons of running 8 miles a day. Many people develop a daily running habit, and while a daily 8 mile run may be excessive, it’s a great distance to cover. You are, effectively, a “run streaker,” as you’re running every day. You may also be … Read more
If you think track running is just for student athletes or professional runners, or at least only for the fastest runners who take the sport very seriously, you would be overlooking a great option to add to your running routine. Regardless of your ability or experience, in fact, running on a track can be enjoyable … Read more
Running once a day probably feels quite sufficient for most runners, who may find the idea of running twice a day unnecessary and perhaps even a bit foolhardy. Running twice a day – or Double Runs – however, is not just for elite runners and can actually be quite beneficial if integrated correctly. In this … Read more
Have your runs become routine and maybe a little boring? Do you find yourself settling into the same pace for every run and zoning out as you cover the miles? If so, maybe it’s time to add fartleks to your routine and consider experimenting with this type of run for a literal change of pace … Read more
Life is always a balancing act, with shifting priorities and responsibilities, and we sometimes eliminate activities we deem nonessential in order to focus on more important tasks. Running, for example, may fall to the wayside once children come along. While everything seems to change when you become a parent, however, with a little imagination and … Read more
Leave it to Lazarus Lake, creator of the Barkley Marathons (arguably one of the toughest ultramarathons in the world) and the Backyard Ultra, to transform the idea of racing virtually into a years-long, team-based race around the world. After the success of his four-month-long virtual Race Across Tennessee held during the summer of 2020, Lake … Read more