At the publication time of this post, many races were electively canceling or postponing due to the rapid spread of COV-19. Yet cancelled races are not unheard of, such as when the New York City Marathon canceled in 2012 due to Hurricane Sandy. What should you do if your race is cancelled? Life goes on if a race is canceled, as does your training. Cancelled races are frustrating and disappointing, yet you can have alternative approaches to make the best of the situation. Know that ...
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Turkey Trot Tips for Beginner and Experienced Runners
Turkey Trots offer an exciting running experience for the entire spectrum of runners. For some beginners, a Turkey Trot is their first race experience. For some, it’s a time-honored family tradition. Other runners embrace the Turkey Trot as the final race of the season. No matter your experience level or goals, you can run a strong and enjoyable race with these Turkey Trot tips for beginer and experienced runners. For Beginners: Start at a Comfortable Effort Even if you’ve covered the ...
Tips for Racing in Cold Weather (and Actually Enjoying It)
My first half marathon was a memorable one. I exceeded my goals, placed second in my age group (it was a small race), and fell in love with long-distance racing. But most of all, I remember just how cold that race was. I hovered by the space heaters, bundled up in sweatpants until 10 minutes before the race started. Even though I wore shorts, I donned a lightweight running shirt, a jacket, and gloves to stay warm. The 25+ mph winds colored my nose pink in the race photos. Afterward, I ...
How to Include Tune-Up Races in Your Training
You picked your goal race for the season and you have already put in weeks of hard training, but your race feels weeks away. You're eager to test your fitness and enjoy a race atmosphere - so why not run a tune-up race? When done correctly, a tune-up race can boost your fitness and your confidence before a goal race. The Benefits of Running Tune-up Races What exactly is a tune-up race? A tune-up race is a race run in preparation for a goal race. It is not a goal race itself but rather ...
Tips for Racing in the Heat
When race day temperatures spike into the mid-70s or higher, your entire approach to the race changes. Racing in the heat presents a whole host of challenges: core temperature regulation, hydration, higher perception of effort, and higher heart rate. You simply cannot race the same in hot weather as you can in ideal conditions. That does not mean you are doomed to have a bad race. You can still race your best for that day, with these tips for racing in the heat. Acclimation and heat tolerance ...