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How to Become a Stronger Hill Runner

June 24, 2020

How to Become a Stronger Hill Runner

You don't need to tell a runner that it's basic physics that running up a hill will feel harder than running on flat ground. Hills are the reason why races such as the Boston Marathon are notoriously tough. Despite the intrinsic challenge of running hills, you don't have to resign yourself to being slow on the hills. These tips will help you become a stronger hill runner - running faster up hills while expending less energy.  Becoming a stronger hill runner is the result of improving ...

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Three Treadmill Workouts for Winter Training

January 22, 2020

Four Treadmill Workouts for Winter Training

Unless you are training for a race in Texas or Florida, winter is typically not peak racing season. A majority of runners focus on developing their base during winter, which means a focus on strength and endurance rather than race-specific workouts. Typically, base building features mostly easy miles, which can become monotonous on the treadmill - which is why you want to have some engaging treadmill workouts for winter training for when you do run harder. Hard interval workouts are fun to do ...

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The How and Why of Tempo Runs

August 7, 2019

The How and Why of Tempo Runs

Whether you run the 5K or the marathon, you will benefit this tried-and-true running workout: the tempo run. There are no magic workouts in training; no single workout will achieve all of your running goals. But, as part of a well-rounded training plan, tempo runs are an effective workout for distance runners. The Purpose of Tempo Runs On the most basic level, a tempo run improves your stamina and your ability to sustain a faster pace for longer.  Tempo runs are run near your ...

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Quick Injury Prevention Exercises for Runners

May 10, 2019

Quick Injury Prevention Exercises for Runners

All runners want to remain injury-free. Running injuries are painful, frustrating, and sometimes expensive. Thankfully, despite the high rates of runners injured each year, you can reduce your risk of injury with some simple injury prevention exercises for runners. An injury prevention workout focus on two effects: strength and mobility. Weak muscles are more prone to injury, especially if the weakness results in a strength imbalance. Weakness in one glute causes excessive strain on ...

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Treadmill Incline Workouts for Runners

May 1, 2019

Treadmill Incline Workouts for Runners

Whether it’s snow, thunderstorms, or high heat that drives you inside, most runners inevitably run on the treadmill at some point in the year. And almost every runner has the same reaction: the treadmill is boring, even though it is beneficial for consistent training. Speedwork is one approach to making a treadmill run more engaging. But it is not the only option for beating boredom on the treadmill. Incline workouts add variety, improve muscle activation, and may actually make you a stronger ...

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Hi, I'm Laura! I'm a distance runner, RRCA certified running coach, and outdoor enthusiast living in Northwest Indiana. Whether you want to run your first race or qualify for Boston, I'm here to help you achieve your personal best with training tips and individualized run coaching.

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