Nutrition for Runners: 5 Core Eating Habits that Will Make You Faster
Nutrition for runners around the world can vary quite a bit. But after extensive research, author and sports nutritionist Matt Fitzgerald found that there are …
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4 Injury Prevention Fundamentals for Runners to Live By
Active injury prevention is imperative for runners. In any given 12-month period, 8 out of 10 runners are likely to experience injury from overuse. 8 …
Why Runners Need Strength Training + 2 Easy Tips for Success
Runners are notorious for “just running” and avoiding the other necessary but less fun parts of training such as cross training and strength training. The …
Challenge Your Fitness Integrity and Conquer Your Goals
Maintaining fitness integrity is harder than it sounds. It’s more than just “doing the right thing.” I’m giving you fair warning right now—this post is …
First Half Marathon Race Recap: Kristi [Guest Feature]
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This is another featured guest post. Today Kristi Yates volunteered to share her first half marathon experience with us. Kristi is one of the rockstars …
3 Killer Speed Workouts to Skyrocket Your Race Day Confidence
If you’re training for a race, it’s likely that speed workouts are part of your training plan once if not twice each week. Speed workouts …
5k Race Recap: Handcart Days
Here’s my 5k Race Recap from the Handcart Days race last weekend! I was actually supposed to run a 5k over three weeks ago, but …
22 Reasons Why You Need to Run a Half Marathon This Year
There are SO MANY legit reasons to run a half marathon!! Half marathons are quite awesome, and they are definitely my distance of choice. You …
First Half Marathon Race Recap: Mount Rushmore [Guest Post]
This is another featured guest post. Today Stine Turgeon, who volunteered to share her first half marathon experience with us. I met Stine through the …
How to Improve Sleep Quality for Runners
Sleep quality for runners is essential to our recovery. The physical stress of running means that your body needs more rest than those who choose …
First Half Marathon Experience [Guest Recap]
This is our first guest post featuring Faye Kingston, who graciously shared her first half marathon experience with us. Her enthusiasm for the sport of …
Goal Accountability Check-Up That Will Help You Conquer Your Goals This Year
Have you thought about your goal accountability lately? We’re far from January, when goal setting is high. What about following through with those goals? Goals …
The Long Run: Why You Can’t Afford to Skip It
If you’re training for a half or full marathon, the long run holds a crucial place in developing your distance running stamina. For most runners, …
First Half Marathon Tips for a Fantastic Race Day
Are you looking for first half marathon tips? Congratulations! You’re in the right place. You are probably getting ready to run your first half marathon. …
How Often Should You Race?
Once you get into the hang of running and try a few races, you might understand why racing can be intoxicating. It’s fun to run …
How to Keep Your Mind Entertained During Your Runs
If you are in need of some great long run entertainment, then read on. When I started training for half marathons, I DREADED my long …
How to Develop a Fail-Proof Race Day Plan
In order for your race day to go exactly as planned, you have to HAVE a race day plan. One of my favorite mantras is, …
Ogden Half Marathon Race Recap: Finish Strong
If you’re interested in running the Ogden Half or Full Marathon in 2020, use the discount code “GERST20” for $10 OFF! The Ogden Half Marathon …
8 Ways Training for a Half Marathon Will Make You Master Life
Running a half marathon can change your life in many ways. I’ve noticed training for (and completing) half marathons has made me feel pretty bad-ass …
How to Find Your “WHY” for Running Motivation
When you get in a rut, it can be REALLY hard to get yourself out the door. Sometimes it’s just hard to find the real …