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Transitioning from the Half to Full Marathon: 7 Critical Factors for Success

After running several half marathons, I started to get this crazy idea that I could run a full marathon. There are plenty of people who …

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6 Smart Hydration Tips for Running in the Summer Heat

These hydration tips for summer running will give you ideas to make sure you stay hydrated while running in the summer heat. Hydration is always …

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How to Pace Your Half Marathon with 4 Simple Strategies

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Pace your half marathon with a smart strategy to help ensure you have a successful race. The longer your race distance is, the more important …

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Ultimate Direction Women’s Race Vesta Review

The purpose of this Ultimate Direction Women’s Race Vesta review is to provide details on the hydration vest and help you make an informed buying …

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What is a Recovery Week and How it Can Boost Your Running

the recovery week

The recovery week is a useful tool to help runners build their weekly mileage to gain peak fitness, while ensuring their body can handle the …

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High Protein Snacks for Runners: 9 Best Foods to Boost Protein Intake

High protein snacks for runners can help keep some variety in your diet and garner all the important benefits of protein. As runners, we’re usually …

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How to Create a Custom Training Plan for You

Creating a custom training plan to guide your running isn’t as hard as it sounds. You just have to start with the basics and then …

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The Tempo Run: How to Increase Your Race Pace

The tempo run is a valuable tool in your training arsenal to help increase your race pace. I see this question often: “How do I …

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Virtual Race Success: 8 Key Tips on How to Make the Most of It

Virtual race success is up to you to make the most out of your race. With most of the United States under Shelter-in-Place direction, spring …

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When Can Runners Benefit from Meal Replacement Shakes?

Runners Benefit from Meal Replacement Shakes

Runners may choose to use meal replacement shakes to supplement their nutrition plan. Many runners lead busy lives and with a lot going on in …

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Long Run Recovery Tips: How to Get the Most Out of Your Miles

Long run recovery is an art many distance runners develop through trial and error, but you can speed up this process if you learn what …

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Marathon Training Diaries: Part 2

In case you missed it, first go back to read the Kickoff and Part 1 of Marathon Training Diaries. This training recap is honestly a …

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Metabolic Testing for Runners: Perspective on How to Train Effectively

Metabolic Testing for Runners Body Smart Utah

Metabolic testing for runners can give an accurate picture of how many calories their body burns, what heart rate zones to train in, where their …

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How to Use Honey Stinger Products During Marathon Training

Honey Stinger Products Marathon Training

Honey Stinger is a great way to take in some of the nutrition required to support marathon training. Right now, I’m training for my first …

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Ogden Marathon Training Diaries: Part 1

It’s time for Marathon Training Diaries! I’m excited to share my training experience with you as I prepare for my very first full marathon. Last …

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29 Reasons to Love Nuun: Hydration for a Better Life

Nuun Sport Hydration

Nuun Hydration is reinventing how we think about hydration. Many of us know we need adequate hydration to lead an active life, but we’re also …

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22 Remarkable Reasons to Run the Ogden Marathon This Year

Ogden Marathon Views

Update: Due to COVID-19, the 2020 Ogden Marathon has been rescheduled to Saturday, September 26th, 2020. You still have time to join us! The Ogden …

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11 Things You Need to Know When You Start Training for Your Half Marathon

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You’ve decided you want to run a half marathon, but you’re not sure where to start. Get the 11 action steps you need to start half marathon training.

Quit Quitting! How to Keep Your Running Motivation for Life

Running motivation is all the topic of discussion—especially around the new year when everyone sets out with grandiose resolutions. You will see loads of new …

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How to Conduct a Running Year Review

Running into the New Year Goals

Before you head into the New Year, it’s important to review your running year, evaluate what worked, what didn’t work, and what you can improve …

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