A common fallacy in running is that more is always better. Runners tend to think that more miles are better, even when too much mileage can lead to injury. They perceive faster splits as automatically better. However, faster workouts are not better workouts. Running too fast on your quality sessions can lead to injury, stagnation, and mental burn-out. Workouts are not time trials. Yes, it can be a huge confidence boost to see a fast split on the track or in a tempo run. There is an ...
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Weekly Workouts: Chasing Strava Crowns
I’m a bit obsessed with Strava. On Strava, runners can virtually compete against each other on segments. The fastest man and woman each can claim a crown. On an unstructured faster run a couple months ago, I nabbed second on local segment that was 0.97 miles in length. The crown time was just fast enough where I might have to work for it. Since this was a cutback week, I decided to chase the crown this week. Monday: 2 mile walk Per our usual Monday summer routine, Ryan, my mom, the ...
How to Feel Good on Your Long Runs
Long runs matter in training. They boost your confidence and benefit your training if you feel good on your long runs - or can lead you questioning your fitness if they do not. (Remember, your fitness is not just one run - it is the summation of many.) Long runs mean any extended time on your feet, for a longer duration than your other runs of the week. They build endurance and increase your resistance to fatigue. Even if you are not training for a long-distance race, a long run is a ...
Weekly Workouts: Happy Running
One of my favorite books about running is the Happy Runner. Megan and David Roche know their sh*t and can talk circles around the average coach when it comes to physiology and history of training theory. However, what really makes their book stand out is the primary thesis they present: your running goals really don’t matter to anyone but you, so you might as well run what makes you happy. The grit and grind of racing makes me happy. Of course I’m bummed that my fall marathon won’t happen ...
Stroller Running Tips for Effective – and Enjoyable – Training
Our Thule Urban Glide 2 jogging stroller has been my absolute favorite piece of both running gear and baby gear. Once Isla turned six months old, the running stroller has allowed me to train outside without waking up super early. I am able to run higher mileage because of it. The running stroller permits me the opportunity to share my hobby with my daughter from a young age. Stroller running is not easy; however, it is an enjoyable and effective way to train. I use stroller running tips ...