Runners tend to focus most on improving race times and fitness. However, many disregard simple details that yield significant improvements to our health and well-being. Here is a list of six actions, which have nothing to do with actual training, yet will help optimize a training program. 1.) Skin care: Put sunscreen on before outdoor […]
I will always remember 2023 as the year I made subtle, yet important improvements to progress as a runner. Past year’s experiences and study helped bring to fruition a well-designed training program. Simplicity and balance were the key ingredients to helping me improve in an organic way. Also, the acceptance of responsibility, both on and […]
In 2021, I focused on training to arrive back in shape. This year, I continued to improve my strength, speed and most of all, my knowledge. Many transitions occurred this year with my family—all good things, though challenging at times. With this came clarity with stuff that I’ve been asking and praying about for the […]
In 2019, I made a conscious effort to research how to improve my running. When starting to run in 2015, I looked towards the physiology of running, but ignored the mechanical side of it. So I began; for over two years I went to work reading and observing all I could about mechanics. I found […]
Some helpful running tips I’ve discovered along the way to improve my training: 1.) Make sure your nutrition meets your daily training goals. Keep it simple. 2.) Occasionally log the food you eat to see patterns in diet if your training feels “off”. 3.) Know your strengths and work on your weaknesses. Solely running more […]
I’ll always remember the 2016 5th Ave Mile. This year, I officially met my goal of running under 5:00 with a time of 4:55. When I started to train for my first marathon in 2014, I gave myself a goal to lower my pace down to 5 minutes per mile. I knew if I trained […]