Who are the Marathon Maniacs and How Do I Qualify?
I have a couple friends who have mentioned that they are a ‘marathon maniac,’ but I have to admit that I did not know what that entailed. I know some … Read more
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The Final Race of 2013 and Looking Forward to 2014
Well, its now been a couple of months since I updated the blog here with my running adventures. The last time I wrote, I was preparing to run the Turkey … Read more
What are Minimalist Shoes?
Minimalist-style running has become popular over the last few years. Thanks to the availability of things like Vibram FiveFingers and Nike Frees (some of the most popular minimalist shoes), and … Read more
What are the World Marathon Majors?
Many of us are avid runners who enjoy distance running and may even do fairly well from time to time. Few people ever reach the heights of running by becoming … Read more
How Fast Can a Turkey Run a 5k? And Other Pre-Thanksgiving Day Race Thoughts
Seriously, who can tell me how fast a Turkey could run a 5k? Has this ever best scientifically tested….? Here I am sitting the day before I run the annual … Read more
How Should I Recover From Running A Marathon?
A marathon is an incredible experience that people train for months to prepare for. After 6 months of work, the day is finally here and you are reaching the finish … Read more
How Many Miles Should I Run The Week of A Marathon?
Many people gain the ability to run many, many miles each week in preparation for a marathon. 100 miles or more a week is common in elite runners (but not … Read more
How to Set Realistic Running Goals
Running is something that improves your health over time. The key word there being “time.” Many people jump into something like running or weightlifting and expect dramatic changes instantly. While … Read more
Why (and How) You Should Run a Relay
Most runner’s will admit that they have a shallow love of medals. Even if it’s a finisher’s medal that you got for simply making it—somehow—to the finish line, that little … Read more
7 Ways to Overcome Pre-Race Anxiety
I don’t know anyone who runs but doesn’t get pre-race anxiety. There’s always the chance that you’re going to have a bad run . It might be a pain you’ve … Read more
My Running Progress: Training During the Offseason and Goals Update
Fall is here and winter is fast approaching. The weather is getting colder and colder, and with it the ability to stay motivated to get outside for a run is … Read more
5 Great Running Blogs to Follow
Blogs are where a large portion of the world gets its information from nowadays. Major news agencies, and even many running magazines, are not a reliable source of information when … Read more
Profile of an Ultramarathon Runner – Will Thomas
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
When To Start Carb Loading For A Marathon?
Preparing to run a marathon is a unique experience. Many runners argue over the right time to start carb loading, what diets should be until that point, what kinds of … Read more
13 Ways to Improve Your Running Speed
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
What State In The US Is Best For Runners?
Deciding which state is best for runners is a complicated quest. Every runner has their own preference when it comes to running routes, mountain uphill runs, long expanses of flat … Read more
Why is Steve Prefontaine Important?
“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
How Much Water Should You Drink While Running?
Water makes up 70% of your body and is vital to life. Despite that fact, many people take in an amazingly small amount of it each day. Everyone has head … Read more
Which Colleges Have The Best Running Programs?
College is one of the most important parts of life to millions and millions of people. Continuing a running career into college is just as important to runners. Finding the … Read more
Can Runners Be Successful On A Plant Based Diet?
Plant based diets have caused a lot of controversy in recent years. People say that a plant based diet cannot provide enough protein or fuel for a runner’s body, or … Read more
Does Ultra Running Cause Heart Damage?
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
My Experience Getting a VO2max Running Test and the Results
If you have ever researched running potential much, chances are that you have run across the VO2 max test. In fact, we’ve even written a couple of articles right here … Read more
2013 Goal Inventory – There’s Always Next Year…
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
How to Build Mental Strength
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
How to Regain Lost Motivation to Run
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