Does Yoga Count As Cross-Training?
Yoga is often praised as a powerful complement to running, but does it actually qualify as cross-training? In many ways, yoga can act as the perfect counterbalance to the repetitive, high-impact nature of running. While running places continuous stress on the joints and tightens key muscle groups, yoga offers a low-impact movement practice that promotes ... Read more
Did American Champ Conner Mantz Injure Himself While Pacing His Wife’s Marathon?
For someone who logs nearly every training detail on Strava, Conner Mantz rarely leaves room for interpretation. His feed is usually a steady scroll of mileage, splits, and deadpan notes about how the run felt, an unusually transparent window into one of the best marathoners in the world. That’s why the last week of uploads ... Read more
How Many Miles Should I Run a Day? Finding the Right Mileage for Your Goals
No matter where you are in your running journey, one question seems to come up again and again: “How many miles should I run a day?” It sounds simple—but the real answer can feel anything but. Some runners thrive on structured training plans that lay out every mile, pace, and workout in advance. These programs ... Read more
10 Strength Training Tips Every Runner Should Know (From a Sports Therapist)
As a sport, running is littered with injuries, and it doesn’t need to be. Incorporating a consistent, well-planned strength-training program into your schedule is essential for longevity and performance. Whether you do bodyweight or resistance band workouts, use free weights like dumbbells, kettlebells, and barbells, or use the weight machines at the gym, any strength ... Read more
How To Make Running Fun Again: 16 Simple Ways To Bring Joy Back To Your Miles
Dread lacing up your running shoes? Here's how to inject joy into your run workouts.
Running Injuries: The 8 Signs You Should Take A Break From Running
If you’ve caught the running bug, you know how hard it can be to slow down, let alone take a break. But even the most dedicated runners can fall into the trap of doing too much. Like anything in life, pushing too far, even with something as healthy as running, can start to backfire. Chasing ... Read more
Boston Study Reveals Surprising Marathon Training Secrets
A new study by Boston Marathon experts has yielded some surprising training insights. The paper investigated how veteran Boston Marathon runners train and improve in the 12 months before the annual mid-April classic.1DeJong Lempke, A. F., Ackerman, K. E., Stellingwerff, T., Burke, L. M., Baggish, A. L., d’Hemecourt, P. A., Dyer, S., Troyanos, C., Saville, ... Read more
Plantar Fasciitis for Runners: Causes, Treatment + Prevention
Running is riddled with loads of benefits, bringing us happiness and fulfillment in our daily lives. However, a pesky, stubborn, and often recurring injury can occasionally resurface, leaving us frustrated, in pain, and perhaps even requiring us to sideline our training: Plantar Fasciitis. This nagging foot condition affects many runners, disrupting training schedules and causing ... Read more
The Ultimate Guide To Cross Training For Runners
Cross training for runners is essential to a sustainable, healthy, strong, and injury-free running journey. Cross-training involves mixing up your training program with other activities—such as weight training, cycling, or swimming—to help you level up your running, keep you injury-free, and hit new PRs. However, when done incorrectly, cross-training can negatively impact your running game. ... Read more
How To Train For A Half Marathon: Everything You Need To Know
So, you’ve decided to take on the half marathon, congratulations! That’s a huge first step, and as a running coach, I can’t wait to help guide you through the rewarding journey to 13.1 miles. Training for a half marathon is no small feat; it takes commitment, consistency, and a willingness to step outside your comfort ... Read more
Runner’s Knee Recovery Time + Tips To Get Back Running Fast
Runner’s knee often begins with just a niggle in the knee but can quickly escalate into a frustratingly persistent injury.
Runner’s knee recovery time can vary widely depending on the severity of the injury and how promptly it's addressed. On average, recovery may take 4-6 weeks, but it could be shorter with early intervention or longer if the injury is severe.
How To Run 100 Miles: Our Expert Guide + Training Plan
There’s nothing quite like the thrill of crossing the finish line of a 100-mile race. The adrenaline, the exhaustion, the emotional whirlwind—it’s overwhelming in the best way. I had tears of joy streaming down my face after finishing my first 100-miler… and my second… and yep, even my third. Every. Single. Time. That feeling never ... Read more
Run Walk Marathon Training Guide: The Jeff Galloway Method Explained
So, you’ve caught the running bug and have set your sights on training for a marathon—congratulations! Running an entire marathon without stopping can seem very overwhelming, but fear not. The Jeff Galloway walk-run method provides a powerful strategy for turning your marathon dream into reality. The entire premise is that no requirement states you must run ... Read more
How To Run Longer: 11 Tips For Increasing Running Endurance
The runners I coach typically have one of two primary goals in mind when it comes to improvement: running faster or running farther. Most of us, if we’re honest, want both in the long run (pun very much intended!). Whether you’re a beginner training for your first 5K, an experienced runner aiming to move up ... Read more
Is There Really An Ideal Running Cadence?
Cadence—also called stride rate, step rate, or stride frequency is simply the number of steps you take per minute while running, and it plays a key role in your overall running efficiency and even injury risk. To calculate it, count how many times your right foot hits the ground in one minute, then double that ... Read more
