Stephen Mazurkiewicz 
A rotating corps of Girls on the Run volunteers drop in on an end-of-the-season social. The more practical goal of this gathering is to collect the coaches’ training boxes, the … Read more
This article was written for RunnersGoal.com by Lindsey Appleford, a guest author. Lindsey is a freelance writer, longtime runner, and one-time reluctant triathlete. Though she sometimes misses her knee cartilage, Lindsey can’t … Read more
Running is a very accessible way to get fit, lose weight and provide an outlet for your competitive urges and, for a large proportion of runners, the marathon is the … Read more
Well it is close to June 2014 and I figure that it is time to take inventory of how I am doing on reaching my 2014 running goals to see … Read more
I am a huge fan of setting goals for my personal running endeavors. The thing about goal setting is that while it is not realistic to be 100% successful all … Read more
Running an ultramarathon is a unique experience and in many ways is very much different than the mainstream running that many of us have grown accustomed to. I have always … Read more
I decided long ago that I was not going to be a fast runner. I don’t think it was an actual choice, though, since I really couldn’t make myself run … Read more
“You have to wonder at times what you’re doing out there. Over the years, I’ve given myself a thousand reasons to keep running, but it always comes back to where … Read more
It seems reasonable to assume endurance athletes face risks from putting extreme pressure on their bodies. Prolonged physical stress and strain can easily go beyond the body’s limits, and it’s … Read more
It is crazy how the year has almost come and gone. The fall running season is coming to an end as most of the big races and along with them … Read more
Building physical strength is relatively easy. You can train for endurance and build your cardiovascular abilities by adding more time and distance to your runs. Strength training and cross-training help … Read more
Motivation can be an elusive thing. Some days, I get home from work and cannot wait to put my running shoes on. I literally hit the ground running. Other days, … Read more
Running a marathon in under 4 hours is a hallmark achievement for many runners out there and it should be. My first marathon is over 4 hours and I have … Read more
If you are getting ready to run a marathon – whether it is your first or your tenth – you will want to have the best possible shoes on your … Read more
Losing weight as a runner is not always as easy as it might seem. Sure, running is one of the best forms of exercise available and will burn calories both … Read more
Working up to your first 5K run can be an exciting time. Maybe you have just started running and wanted a goal to keep you focused on those days when … Read more
I have not really said much about it but I recently decided that I am going to run two marathon this fall. I know that is crazy given that my … Read more
Thanks to all of the new technology available, it has never been easier to take your music with you wherever you run. Rare is the runner who doesn’t plug into their … Read more
If you want to start a quick argument, tell an avid runner that walking one mile and running one mile have the exact same fitness and health benefits. This is … Read more
One of the most common goals among avid runners is to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Unlike most other marathon events, one cannot simply sign up for the Boston Marathon. … Read more
Many of the races that you will find in your local area, whether they are full marathons or shorter 5k or 10k races, are held in the sunny summer and … Read more
Injuries are the dark side of the running hobby that we all enjoy so much. While running is a great way to keep your body in shape, keep your mind … Read more
Running has become a hot new favorite sport for families with children of all ages. Whether you are rolling tots in a stroller or taking stride with your older kids, … Read more
It has been 3 months since I ran the 2013 Boston Marathon. I posted previously about some of my perspectives on the tragic events that happened that day but as … Read more
In a perfect world, you would be able to plan your entire day around your run, and head out onto the road whenever the time was right. However, this is … Read more