
How to Run a Tempo Workout
Tempo workouts are one of the most commonly prescribed running workouts. You will see them in training plans for distances from the 5K to ultramarathon.
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Tempo workouts are one of the most commonly prescribed running workouts. You will see them in training plans for distances from the 5K to ultramarathon.
In order to run faster or run longer, you need to overload your training. You run more miles or you do harder workouts. However, there
Heel striking is typically demonized as the root of all running injuries. However, this is simply not true. While how your feet hit the ground
If you have ever followed a training plan to prepare for a race, you have probably noticed that training looks different over the weeks of
We runners can be disciplined to a fault. We run through rain, snow, heat, and humidity because if you waited for perfect weather, you would rarely
When you race a 10K, seconds matter. The distance necessitates smart pacing. If you start out even 15 seconds too fast, you could fade; too
There are many types of workouts you can include in your training to get faster: tempo runs, interval workouts, and hill repeats. Interval workouts are
The half marathon is a true test of a runner’s fitness. In order to race a half marathon well, you need endurance, a high lactate
Sometimes, a long workout just is not going to happen. You may be traveling, stressed at work, or crunched on time for any reason. While
Zone two training is having a moment. Many runners use heart rate monitors to ensure they stay at an easy effort on their runs. However,
Fueling during your run with carbohydrates helps you run for longer without fatigue. One of the simplest options for fueling during a run is running
Many runners want to run faster. Improving your speed is often viewed clear indication of progress. In order to run faster, you have to train
Inevitably, every runner experiences soreness. Soreness can range from some mild stiffness to struggling to walk down the stairs. More than likely, you have wondered
Running is a skill sport. The more you run, the better of a runner you become. Generally speaking, increasing your running volume improves your aerobic
Consecutive marathons have long been a thing (such as Boston to Big Sur). However, when races were deferred during the pandemic to 2021 and 2022,
When runners think of walk intervals, they may view them as something to be avoided or something only for novices. However, run walk intervals can
You may have seen IV hydration therapy on social media. Influencers tout weekly IVs as the secret for marathon training. Ads promote IV drips before
Long runs are a staple in almost every run training plan. As most runners know, long runs are not just about running for a long
It is well established that carbohydrate intake during a marathon improves performance. (If you aren’t familiar with carbohydrate guidelines for long runs and races, read
A happy stomach makes for happy running. We focus so much on our workouts, our gear, and our training plans, but all of that can
Each workout in training should have a purpose – and marathon workouts are no exception. Marathon training is tiring and demanding, so you do not
Most runners complete a majority of their training outdoors. The outdoor setting confers numerous benefits, including improved mental health and increased vitamin D levels. However,
While many typically associate protein powder with bodybuilders, many runners use this popular supplement. While it is not necessary – you can get enough protein
“I’m so much hungrier than normal!” I frequently hear these comments as a running coach. Marathon training hunger often strikes after mileage increases or in