The Truth About Tempo Runs

A tempo run, or a threshold run, is a classic workout with a lot of benefits and a lot of confusing terms. Let's clear that up!Running is a

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The Best Hydration Plan for Hot Running and Racing

Ah, summer.  The warm, sunny days, and short nights are perfect for getting outside and savoring nature with family and friends.  But if you are an endurance runner,

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The Best Way to Run Faster? Walking

Walking is one of the most underrated ways to become a better, faster runner. Here’s how you can run faster with walking. There are a lot of new

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How To Be An Awesome Runner

If you're not feeling like an awesome runner these days, it's time for a change. One thing that many runners seem to have in common is that we

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How to Race The Best 5K of Your Life (Even If It’s Your First)

Learn how to train for the iconic 5k race and find out what strategy you need to race a 5k at your highest level. No couch required. Click

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Run Better in the Heat

Summer is officially here in the Northern Hemisphere and while longer days leave lots more time for running, the sun, heat and humidity can make running miserable.  But

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Why Practice Doesn’t Always Equal Perfect in Endurance Training

Most of us have been taught practice is perfect. If you want to learn to play the flute, you practice your scales and your finger placement over and

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The Best Foods to Eat Before A Run

Learn exactly what are the best foods to eat before running to fuel your best workouts!If you are an early morning runner, you probably head out the door

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Hate Speedwork? Get Fast Without It

There are some runners I coach who hate speedwork.  They talk to me about dreading, hating, and agonizing about it.  Often they find ways to procrastinate, ignore, and

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Why Simple Balance Training Can Protect You From Running Injuries

If you'd like a simple, follow-along balance routine for runners, check out mine on YouTube.Balance is a big buzz word lately. There's work/life balance or balancing marathon training

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