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Cold Weather Running Guide + Winter Gear Recommendations!
In this post, I’m going to explore cold weather running; including the effects that cold, wintery conditions have on your body, how to mitigate against them, and how to properly prepare and dress yourself for run training in cold weather! Just because the weather...
What Is A ‘Good’ Marathon Finishing Time?
When many people set their sights on running a marathon, they have no idea what their marathon finishing time might be. Unless you've already researched marathons or been a mid-distance runner, it can be hard to gauge how long it can take to run 26.2 miles. You...
The Marathon Long Run
The marathon Long Run is a core part of any marathon training plan. Just as the name suggests, Long Runs are training runs that are longer than regular runs. They are your opportunity to increase your maximum mileage as the marathon draws near, and...
Best Marathon Running Shoes for 2020
Our group of runners and reviewers have gone out to the market and road-tested the best marathon running shoes for 2020 - and here's their pick. Whether you’re a marathon virgin or a veteran, selecting a pair of shoes for your event can be a tough task. Sometimes you...
How To Train For A Marathon In 3 Months (+ Training Plan)
"How long does it take to train for a marathon?" It’s a question that thousands of runners ponder every year. In this post, I’m going to outline a training method for getting marathon ready in 3 months. That’s right, only 12 weeks of preparation....
21 Things You Should Know Before Your First Half Marathon
Signing up for your first half marathon is a big deal. 13.1 miles of grit, sweat and mental toughness. While it may be challenging at times the training and race itself is worth the glory of crossing that finish line. Before you lace up for that first training run,...
21 Things You Should Know Before You Start Running
So you decided to start running. Congratulations! You may have a few fears and anxieties, but there should also be joy and excitement on this new venture. Here are 21 things you need to know before you start running to help you properly and safely dive into the sport....
How To Run 10k In An Hour (Or Faster)
When it comes to running, once you reach the 10km mark it’s a common goal to try and run 10k in an hour – or less! After spending a few weeks or months building up your distance running abilities, it’s nice to change tact and focus on your speed a...
Couch To Half Marathon: Complete Guide and Training Plan
Going all the way from being on the couch to half marathon ready is a huge journey, and requires an investment of a lot of time, effort, and exercise! The good news is that it’s not all hard work! Training for a half marathon can be a lot of fun, and can has...
Running Motivation: 11 Ways To Regain Your Running Mojo
Your running mojo is a fickle thing. Sometimes it’s burning bright, powering you through dark and cold early morning runs. At other times, it’s nowhere to be seen – and it feels impossible to muster the enthusiasm to even put on your running shoes....
