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• Motivational Poster #18

  Runner's World Daily Views

  Mark Remy

  1 May 2012 | 7:22 am

  True, today's poster is less motivational than cautionary. Consider it another of our occasional detours into Public Service Announcement territory, like our recent "Wear Socks" poster. Either way,... Updated CONSTANTLY! Rants, raves, reports, roundups, and other bits of nonsense -- some of it useful -- from the editors of RW and RW.com.

• FitBit: A Week Later

  Mother on the Run

  Nanny

  15 May 2012 | 12:28 pm

  So, I've been using FitBit for almost a week.  I've found the device very easy to use.  The interface is great if you are looking at one week or one month at a time.  The daily view is very difficult to interpret, but then again, we shouldn't be focused on hour to hour changes...the interface is great if you are watching your progress over weeks or months! The communication between MyFitnessPal and Fitbit could be quicker, but for the most part, it works.  I think the key is to use MyFitnessPal solely for recording calories.  Do not enter a goal or a food plan into…

• How Bad Is Running For Your Knees?

  Ask the Sports Doc

  dblinder

  11 May 2012 | 1:13 pm

  I’m an avid runner, while my wife is a dedicated swimmer. Like many other runners, I consistently hear "running will kill your knees", most frequently from my wife. My normal response is to patiently explain why running is not bad … Continue reading →

• Is it my legs or my head?

  Miss Zippy

  MissZippy

  16 May 2012 | 1:06 am

  So, the Cleveland 1/2 marathon is this weekend. I told you a week or so ago that I felt like I had blown my Boston recovery. I felt like my legs were maybe coming around on a couple of runs last week. But yesterday, they felt like lead again. I don’t have any specific aches and pains. That’s not the way to describe it–it’s just that my legs don’t want to move fast for me. They fatigue really quickly, I find myself winded easily, and I’m just overall tired. This morning I attempted to do six miles with 5 x 2-min. pick-ups as a little pre-race shake out. The…

• What Do I Do After My Half Marathon?

  For Beginners Only

  dblinder

  27 Mar 2012 | 9:15 am

  I’ve been running three times a week—and cross training about twice a week—for about a year now. I’m planning to complete my first half marathon in late October. After the race, I realize I need to... Are you new to running, or just thinking about taking it up? If so, you're in the right place. From technique to shoes to nutrition and more, no topic is too trivial for our expert panel. Send a question of your own, or just browse their latest responses. Good luck -- and we'll see you on the roads!

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  Jeff Galloway's Blog

• “I don’t have time to exercise."

  Jeff Galloway

  14 May 2012 | 2:02 pm

  Most of the recent US presidents have been regular exercisers, as well as most of their vice presidents.  Are you more busy than the President?  You don’t have to exercise for 30 minutes straight.  You will get the same benefit from your weekday workouts by doing them in pockets of time:  5 minutes here, 10 minutes there.  Many who start an exercise program find that they don’t need as much sleep as they get in better shape, and exercising for 30 minutes or so gets the day started.  It all gets down to the question “Are you going to take control over the organization of your day…

• Questions Answered for Blue Cross Broad Street Runners

  Jeff Galloway

  4 May 2012 | 7:00 am

  I had a blast hosting the Blue Cross Broad Street Run tweet chat on Tuesday, May 1st!  It was great to connect with everyone in real-time through Twitter.  Since the tweet chat was only one-hour, I didn’t have a chance to respond to every question.  Luckily, Independence Blue Cross provided me with the remaining questions and we are able to provide responses through this blog post!   And remember, enjoy every mile, every endorphin. Strive to be upright, smiling, wanting to do it next year!    1. Question from @jamielee74: What’s the latest before a run it is a good idea to “run…

• Blue Cross Broad Street Run

  Jeff Galloway

  25 Apr 2012 | 7:00 am

  The Blue Cross Broad Street Run is quickly approaching. Whether you have trained to perfection or have been slacking a bit, there are some strategic moves on race day that can allow you to finish in the upright position, with a smile on your face, wanting to do it again. Follow the rules and you'll be the one passing runners in the last two miles, celebrating afterwards. Formula for success:  Second half faster than the first.   Distance runners tend to perform better when they run the second half faster than the first.  You will be tempted to run fast at the start so be prepared to…

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  Runner's World Daily Views

• BREAKING: Big Sur Race Photos Are In

  Mark Remy

  3 May 2012 | 6:52 am

  Well, well, well. What have we here? Race photos? From Big Sur? Let's have a look... A mixed bag, MarathonFoto. Let's call this one a draw.     Updated CONSTANTLY! Rants, raves, reports, roundups, and other bits of nonsense -- some of it useful -- from the editors of RW and RW.com.

• Ostrich Goes Jogging, Gets Libeled

  Mark Remy

  2 May 2012 | 8:20 am

  You know, it's hard sometimes to scrape these posts together. Running-related news is relatively scarce. Quirky running-related news is even scarcer. As a result, some days we need to go a little far... Updated CONSTANTLY! Rants, raves, reports, roundups, and other bits of nonsense -- some of it useful -- from the editors of RW and RW.com.

• Motivational Poster #18

  Mark Remy

  1 May 2012 | 7:22 am

  True, today's poster is less motivational than cautionary. Consider it another of our occasional detours into Public Service Announcement territory, like our recent "Wear Socks" poster. Either way,... Updated CONSTANTLY! Rants, raves, reports, roundups, and other bits of nonsense -- some of it useful -- from the editors of RW and RW.com.

• I Crossed the Finish Line First in a Non-Competitive Timed Fitness Event!

  Mark Remy

  30 Apr 2012 | 8:38 am

  Readers, do you know what's great about running? It's all of the lessons it can teach you. Like humility. For instance. There I was, at Sunday's 21-miler at the Big Sur International Marathon. (True... Updated CONSTANTLY! Rants, raves, reports, roundups, and other bits of nonsense -- some of it useful -- from the editors of RW and RW.com.

• Runner’s Digest: 4.27.12

  dblinder

  27 Apr 2012 | 4:00 am

  By Dana Blinder and Meghan G. Loftus Today is Friday, April 27, 2012 — a good day for a run. The Countdown Big Sur International Marathon: 2 days Bay to Breakers: 22 days Vermont City Marathon: 30... Updated CONSTANTLY! Rants, raves, reports, roundups, and other bits of nonsense -- some of it useful -- from the editors of RW and RW.com.

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  Runner's World Magazine Daily Stories

• How Much Do Pro Runners Earn?

  15 May 2012 | 12:00 am

  Not much, says a survey—with a handful of exceptions.

• Minestrone with Spring Vegetables

  14 May 2012 | 12:00 am

  Contributing chef PAM ANDERSON fuels up after runs with a quick-to-prepare, seasonal, and meatless soup.

• Join the Pack

  14 May 2012 | 12:00 am

  Get fitter and faster with a running group or club.

• Hey, Cut It Out!

  9 May 2012 | 12:00 am

  Get your very own "Flat Bart" here. Just print and clip.

• RW Half: Beat the Price Increase

  15 Feb 2012 | 12:00 am

  Sign up now to join us this fall—prices go up tomorrow!

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  Runner's World Reviews: Shoes & Gear

• Brief Chat: Kyle Merber’s Breakthrough

  Peter Gambaccini

  16 May 2012 | 10:45 am

  By Peter Gambaccini Photo of Kyle Merber, #220, by Columbia University Athletics/Gene Boyars Kyle Merber of Columbia University ran 3:35:59 for 1500 meters on Monday evening at the Swarthmore Last... If his house caught fire (God forbid), Shoes & Gear blogger Shannon Davis would leave his wife and dog to fend for themselves while he packed his favorite 30 pairs of shoes along with piles of technical outerwear for a daring last-minute escape. He loves gear that much—so long as it's comfortable, durable, and looks sweet. He's an amateur runner, cyclist, snowboarder, climber, horseman, and…

• Study: Integrated Core Work Better than Isolated

  ScottDouglasRT

  16 May 2012 | 10:08 am

  By Scott Douglas Greater activation occurs in abdominal and lumbar muscles when core exercises involve body parts in addition to the core. That's the conclusion of a study published in the Journal of... If his house caught fire (God forbid), Shoes & Gear blogger Shannon Davis would leave his wife and dog to fend for themselves while he packed his favorite 30 pairs of shoes along with piles of technical outerwear for a daring last-minute escape. He loves gear that much—so long as it's comfortable, durable, and looks sweet. He's an amateur runner, cyclist, snowboarder, climber, horseman, and…

• Sunscreen Confusion Will Last Through Summer

  ScottDouglasRT

  16 May 2012 | 4:57 am

  By Scott Douglas The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has delayed implementing new regulations that would clarify sunscreen ingredients. The regulations would require sunscreen manufacturers to... If his house caught fire (God forbid), Shoes & Gear blogger Shannon Davis would leave his wife and dog to fend for themselves while he packed his favorite 30 pairs of shoes along with piles of technical outerwear for a daring last-minute escape. He loves gear that much—so long as it's comfortable, durable, and looks sweet. He's an amateur runner, cyclist, snowboarder, climber, horseman, and…

• Racing News: May 16 Morning Report

  Peter Gambaccini

  15 May 2012 | 11:04 pm

  By Peter Gambaccini Kiprop, Kiplagat, and Centrowitz Will Run Miles at Pre Classic There are enough elite male milers gathering at the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene on June 1 and 2 to have... If his house caught fire (God forbid), Shoes & Gear blogger Shannon Davis would leave his wife and dog to fend for themselves while he packed his favorite 30 pairs of shoes along with piles of technical outerwear for a daring last-minute escape. He loves gear that much—so long as it's comfortable, durable, and looks sweet. He's an amateur runner, cyclist, snowboarder, climber, horseman, and adventure…

• World’s Best Milers Flock to Pre Classic

  Peter Gambaccini

  15 May 2012 | 12:49 pm

  By Peter Gambaccini Photo of Asbel Kiprop by Giancarlo Colombo/Photo Run Anyone who’s been campaigning to Bring Back the Mile should be positively ecstatic about the Prefontaine Classic at Hayward... If his house caught fire (God forbid), Shoes & Gear blogger Shannon Davis would leave his wife and dog to fend for themselves while he packed his favorite 30 pairs of shoes along with piles of technical outerwear for a daring last-minute escape. He loves gear that much—so long as it's comfortable, durable, and looks sweet. He's an amateur runner, cyclist, snowboarder, climber, horseman, and…

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  Another Runner

• Merrell Road Glove Wear-and-Tear Update Review

  .:Ash:.

  18 Apr 2012 | 9:04 pm

  As a responsible reviewer of things, I wouldn't just recommend a brand new pair of Merrell Barefoot Road Gloves and leave you to your own trials and errors. No, the real test of a shoe reviewer's mettle comes after a sufficient testing period to gauge the durability and overall value of a thing. In short, you need to know how the Road Glove will fair if your dog assumes it's a play thing. Well, I'm happy to report that The Road Glove holds its own against the gnashing teeth of a 10-month old mutt. I took this pair on a 12-mile run a few days after taking the photo above. And, they felt better…

• Neuse River Greenway Segment 3 Construction Update and Photo Tour

  .:Ash:.

  15 Apr 2012 | 3:36 pm

  I've been anxious to know how construction on the Neuse River Greenway Segment 3 is moving along, especially since the powers that be forbade access to said segment last Fall. I noticed that the "No Trespassing" signs were down a couple of weeks ago. So, I figured that was pretty much an invitation to check it out. It's not an invitation. There are still workers and large machines on Segment 3 throughout the week. And, I'm sure they'd prefer that the general public stay out of their way. As you'll see in the photos below, there is still much work to be done. Saturdays and Sundays appear to be…

• Altra Adam Review and Minimalist Shoe Revelation

  .:Ash:.

  13 Apr 2012 | 11:36 pm

  Shoes like the Altra Adam (and the feminine counterpart, the Eve) are a testament to running footwear evolution. Men and women who abide by the minimalist/barefoot/natural way of running want to apply the closer-to-the-ground philosophy to their every day lives. And, shoe designers are somewhat happy to assist. Consequently, such sensible individuals no longer suffer the plight of having to choose between harsh work shoes and white, wedgy running shoes with khakis; like our hero from Crazy, Stupid, Love. Observe: If you haven't seen the movie, Ryan Gosling's character goes on to espouse the…

• Mountains to Sea Trail 12-Mile Challenge 2012 Race Report

  .:Ash:.

  6 Apr 2012 | 10:24 pm

  introductionFirst, I'll go ahead and apologize for the lameness of this race report. Aside from the fact that the Mountians to Sea Trail 12-mile Challenge took place almost a full week ago, I've just not felt especially race-reporty these past few days. And, that's going to be readily apparent to you if you choose to continue reading past the stats section. stats sectionWeather Conditions: Nice, sunny on the eastern shores.Finish Time: 1:43:14 (besting last year's time by almost one minute)Placement: 19Shoes worn: Inov-8 Bare-Grip 200 (because it rained the night before. And, I figured…

• Umstead Inspiration Trail Photo Tour

  .:Ash:.

  29 Mar 2012 | 12:27 pm

  The Inspiration Trail appears on the Umstead park map as a 0.3-mile loop attached, like a growth, to the Company Mill Trail spur. I've ignored this tiny loop during previous visits to the park, because adding 0.3 miles to a Company Mill trail run seemed unnecessary, especially when you consider that the Inspiration Trail may actually cause you to get a little lost. But, a hike on 0.3-mile trail is perfectly reasonable for a lunch-break adventure. Being that it's a loop trail, you can start out to the left or the right. (I went left) As with most every other trail in Umstead, this one affords…

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  Ask Coach Jenny: Everything you wanted to know about running but were afraid to ask.

• Four Ways to Stop the Dreaded Side Stitch

  Coach Jenny

  9 May 2012 | 7:00 am

  Do you have any tips for runners prone to side stitches? I get them once in a while, and when I do, it stops me in my tracks. It happened last week in the middle of a race and I … Continue... ASK COACH JENNY! Coach Jenny Hadfield is the co-author of the best selling Marathoning for Mortals and the newly released Running for Mortals. She is a nationally recognized speaker, writer and co-owner of Chicago Endurance Sports, Chicago?s largest multi-sport training company.

• Do You Make These 5 Running Mistakes?

  Coach Jenny

  1 May 2012 | 7:00 am

  I’ve been running for about a year with great joy and success. This spring I’ve hit a detour in that joy. The past few weeks my legs have felt like lead, and getting through my normal 4-miler feels... ASK COACH JENNY! Coach Jenny Hadfield is the co-author of the best selling Marathoning for Mortals and the newly released Running for Mortals. She is a nationally recognized speaker, writer and co-owner of Chicago Endurance Sports, Chicago?s largest multi-sport training company.

• How to Train for a Triathlon and Marathon in the Same Season

  Coach Jenny

  26 Apr 2012 | 12:03 pm

  I am registered for the Chicago Triathlon on August 26th and the Chicago Marathon on October 7th. So far, I've only been able to find training plans for one event or the other. How do I combine... ASK COACH JENNY! Coach Jenny Hadfield is the co-author of the best selling Marathoning for Mortals and the newly released Running for Mortals. She is a nationally recognized speaker, writer and co-owner of Chicago Endurance Sports, Chicago?s largest multi-sport training company.

• Birthdays, the Boston Marathon, and Barrow, Alaska

  Coach Jenny

  19 Apr 2012 | 2:40 pm

  This week will likely be one for my personal record books. It was chock full of celebration, great people, and enough good karma to make the world smile for 60 seconds. [Respect] It was a week of... ASK COACH JENNY! Coach Jenny Hadfield is the co-author of the best selling Marathoning for Mortals and the newly released Running for Mortals. She is a nationally recognized speaker, writer and co-owner of Chicago Endurance Sports, Chicago?s largest multi-sport training company.

• Tips for Running Gluten-Free with Elisabeth Hasselbeck

  Coach Jenny

  12 Apr 2012 | 10:00 am

   I've seen a significant increase in the frequency of questions I receive on running and racing with gluten sensitivity and celiac disease. This is one of the many reasons I was excited to chat with... ASK COACH JENNY! Coach Jenny Hadfield is the co-author of the best selling Marathoning for Mortals and the newly released Running for Mortals. She is a nationally recognized speaker, writer and co-owner of Chicago Endurance Sports, Chicago?s largest multi-sport training company.

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  Ask the Sports Doc

• Help! My Neck Tightens Up While Running

  dblinder

  16 May 2012 | 9:07 am

  I’ve been a runner for two years now. I normally run five miles a couple times a week and plan to run a half-marathon this fall. My problem is that after I run a few miles, my shoulders and neck … Continue reading →

• How Bad Is Running For Your Knees?

  dblinder

  11 May 2012 | 1:13 pm

  I’m an avid runner, while my wife is a dedicated swimmer. Like many other runners, I consistently hear "running will kill your knees", most frequently from my wife. My normal response is to patiently explain why running is not bad … Continue reading →

• Heart Rate Changes in Exercise

  dblinder

  7 May 2012 | 9:29 am

  I’m a 44-year-old male who started running this past year and managed to lose over 3 stone (42 pounds). I wear a heart rate monitor and recently noticed that my heart rate doesn’t drop during exercise. I don't feel like … Continue reading →

• Did My Foam Roller Cause Midrace Muscle Cramps?

  dblinder

  25 Apr 2012 | 12:55 pm

  I recently finished the 2012 Paris Marathon, but it was very painful. I had cramping/spasms in both legs around the 27K and had to stop and stretch many times. I’ve completed eight marathons and this experience really scared me. I … Continue reading →

• Can Compression Socks Ease My Leg Pains?

  dblinder

  17 Apr 2012 | 12:27 pm

  I had a compound fracture in my right lower leg about 10 years ago and have had some issues with my calf muscles on and off ever since. I have been running for about two years now with frequent pain, … Continue reading →

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  DEAN'S BLOG

• Was Steve Jobs a Marathoner?

  Dean Karnazes

  8 May 2012 | 8:43 pm

  In a collection of newly released conversations over the past 20 years with legendary Apple co-founder, Steve Jobs, I came across a quote in which he stated: “There are times when you run a marathon... Dean Karnazes, mega-endurance athlete and bestselling author, blogs about ultra running, life, and the human spirit. Not necessarily in that order.

• B2B

  Dean Karnazes

  24 Apr 2012 | 9:45 am

  Boston 2 Big Sur (AKA: B2B) combines the challenge of running two marathons, on two coasts, in two weeks.  The 2012 B2B filled to capacity in record time. While this might have previously seemed... Dean Karnazes, mega-endurance athlete and bestselling author, blogs about ultra running, life, and the human spirit. Not necessarily in that order.

• Introvert vs. Extrovert

  Dean Karnazes

  3 Apr 2012 | 5:16 pm

  I have longed maintained that most runners, like me, are introverts by nature.  Overwhelmed in large groups of people and beleaguered by the “noise” of modern day living, we run as a way to escape... Dean Karnazes, mega-endurance athlete and bestselling author, blogs about ultra running, life, and the human spirit. Not necessarily in that order.

• Marathon Record Set

  Dean Karnazes

  11 Mar 2012 | 7:13 pm

  A remarkable new record was just set in the world of marathoning. The time was 2:41, eclipsing the previous record by over five hours.  In a quicker pace than it takes most marathoners to finish the... Dean Karnazes, mega-endurance athlete and bestselling author, blogs about ultra running, life, and the human spirit. Not necessarily in that order.

• The Gods Must (Not) Be Crazy

  Dean Karnazes

  17 Feb 2012 | 11:31 am

  The ancient Greeks got a couple things right—they may not have nailed the economic thing, but they were certainly foretelling when it came to matters of health and wellness. Eating cultured milk was... Dean Karnazes, mega-endurance athlete and bestselling author, blogs about ultra running, life, and the human spirit. Not necessarily in that order.

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  Feet Meet Street

• The Only Good Llama

  Nitmos

  11 May 2012 | 10:01 am

  One of my meditation routines is to try to relax, contort myself in a sacrilegious way – called "The Perineum Tickler" - and come up with an appropriate conclusion to the meditation mantra, “The only good llama is…”I can puzzle over this for hours.  I can puzzle over this until my perineum is sore.  So far, my best conclusions are: “…one spit-roasted and served over a bed of greens with steak fries.”  I also like “…one with its skull cleaned out and placed on the head of a staff as I stand over a pit of bleating, terrified llamas and ask them to slather the…

• Are You a Serial Race-ist?

  Nitmos

  9 May 2012 | 9:25 am

  Are you a race-ist?  Are you one of those people that begin unintentionally race-ist sentences by saying “I’m not a race-ist but….” and then finishing it with “…I really want to run another 5k this weekend.”Do you find yourself signing up for every Tom, Dick or Beardsley race in town?  5k’s, 10k’s, relays, walk-a-thons, costume runs, virtual runs, it doesn’t matter to you.  Admit it.  Some of you are serial race-ists.  You sign up for EVERYTHING.  I read blogs.  I know who you are.  You have more “race reports” in one calendar…

• Anatomy of Annihilation

  Nitmos

  7 May 2012 | 10:53 am

  Yup, soccer weekend again!  For the 76th consecutive weekend!The colt typically plays left defender though he moonlights as left forward.  Here, watch the action unfold as the colt, who relishes physical contact, blows up another attacking striker.  The colt finished the weekend with 2-0 and 3-0 victories making the third consecutive clean sheet for the defenders (and team).  Watch the action unfold as Momarazzi snaps away. (As usual, click to make like a prostate and enlarge.  My artwork is amazing.)50/50 ball.  It sure looks like that striker would like to get…

• Grief Bacon

  Nitmos

  3 May 2012 | 10:03 am

  There are very few times in life when Meredith Viera can teach you something useful so, when those times occur, you must pay attention, sit still, and learn well.  It’s a moment that arises only occasionally like Haley’s comet or a clever quip from Ryan Seacrest.  A month or so ago, while watching the last few minutes of Who Wants To Be a Millionaire (don’t ask me why and, yes, it is still on the air), a question about the definition of the German word “kummerspeck”came up.  The dramatic music and flashing lights centered on the contestant but they might as well have…

• Randumbery Hears Sad Trombones

  Nitmos

  30 Apr 2012 | 12:50 pm

  You know the drill, it’s Randumbery!  It’s bite size portions of news of interest to only me, probably.  Don’t like it?  Get your own blog.Who’s running New York?The NYC Marathon drawing was last week and, I have to ask, is ANYONE running New York?  As I survey the blogscape, I see all NO’s from the lottery.  How can that be with roughly 45,000 possible entries?  Are bloggers the unluckiest group of all?  Believe me, I’m happy to be running it this year but I guess the other 45,000 runners will be complete strangers.  I almost feel guilty…

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  For Beginners Only

• Help! My Flat Feet Make Me Fall Over

  dblinder

  7 May 2012 | 12:12 pm

  I’ve always wanted to run but every time I've tried (even as a kid), I fall down. The last time I tried running was about 10 years ago and I didn't even go 5 yards before I was flat on …... Are you new to running, or just thinking about taking it up? If so, you're in the right place. From technique to shoes to nutrition and more, no topic is too trivial for our expert panel. Send a question of your own, or just browse their latest responses. Good luck -- and we'll see you on the roads!

• Is My Moderate Pain An Incoming Injury?

  dblinder

  30 Apr 2012 | 10:32 am

  I’m at the beginning stages of a training program and experiencing ankle soreness towards the end of my runs and after running. My own theory is that the muscles supporting my left achy ankle are... Are you new to running, or just thinking about taking it up? If so, you're in the right place. From technique to shoes to nutrition and more, no topic is too trivial for our expert panel. Send a question of your own, or just browse their latest responses. Good luck -- and we'll see you on the roads!

• Why Do My Feet Always Hurt?

  dblinder

  23 Apr 2012 | 8:48 am

  I joined a group in January to train for a half marathon. So far we’ve only been walking, but I’ve been having trouble with my feet. The top of my foot where my foot curves into my leg begins to... Are you new to running, or just thinking about taking it up? If so, you're in the right place. From technique to shoes to nutrition and more, no topic is too trivial for our expert panel. Send a question of your own, or just browse their latest responses. Good luck -- and we'll see you on the roads!

• Am I Too Old To Improve My PR?

  dblinder

  19 Apr 2012 | 9:20 am

  I'm 35 and I started running about a year ago. I have completed several 10K races and ran my first half-marathon this past December. As part of my New Year’s goals I decided to try to improve my... Are you new to running, or just thinking about taking it up? If so, you're in the right place. From technique to shoes to nutrition and more, no topic is too trivial for our expert panel. Send a question of your own, or just browse their latest responses. Good luck -- and we'll see you on the roads!

• What Do I Do After My Half Marathon?

  dblinder

  27 Mar 2012 | 9:15 am

  I’ve been running three times a week—and cross training about twice a week—for about a year now. I’m planning to complete my first half marathon in late October. After the race, I realize I need to... Are you new to running, or just thinking about taking it up? If so, you're in the right place. From technique to shoes to nutrition and more, no topic is too trivial for our expert panel. Send a question of your own, or just browse their latest responses. Good luck -- and we'll see you on the roads!

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  Kristin Armstrong's Online Journal : Mile Markers

• the clearing

  Kristen Armstrong

  15 May 2012 | 1:39 pm

  Isabelle and I slept in my room last Saturday night, so we could wake up early without disturbing Luke and Grace.  Her entire ensemble was laid precisely over my bedroom chair, her ponytail holder,... Kristin Armstrong's online journal : Mile Markers. Share the road with Kristin Armstrong.

• dear mom

  Kristen Armstrong

  9 May 2012 | 12:54 pm

  Yesterday I asked Grace if she had Spring Fever. "What's that?" she asked with a worried look, like she might get a rash. "Oh it's when your routines start to make you feel cagey.  You want to forget... Kristin Armstrong's online journal : Mile Markers. Share the road with Kristin Armstrong.

• good tired

  Kristen Armstrong

  2 May 2012 | 2:33 pm

  There are all kinds of tired.  There's sick tired.  Frustrated tired.  Insomnia tired.  Too much wine tired.  Stressed out tired.  Worried tired.  Jet lag tired. Too much on my mind tired.  Too much... Kristin Armstrong's online journal : Mile Markers. Share the road with Kristin Armstrong.

• choma moto

  Kristen Armstrong

  27 Apr 2012 | 1:45 pm

  In an attempt to cup my hands around my motivational spark and blow on it, I decided late last week that I would sign up for a trail race.  I felt like Goldilocks...10K seemed too short, but 30K... Kristin Armstrong's online journal : Mile Markers. Share the road with Kristin Armstrong.

• otherwise

  Kristen Armstrong

  19 Apr 2012 | 9:12 pm

  My girls ran in their elementary school's fun run last weekend. Held at the middle school track, each grade competes in varying distances to determine 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each grade. I find it... Kristin Armstrong's online journal : Mile Markers. Share the road with Kristin Armstrong.

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  Make It a Masterpiece

• Hernia Shorts

  Don

  15 May 2012 | 1:18 pm

  Yesterday Doctor BR suggested that I might be more comfortable running in compression shorts. What I find on the internet, though, are shorts that compress the tops of the thighs (why on earth?!?) but maybe not so much the abdomen. So I tried this: (1) Polyester running briefs; (2) A folded-up washcloth underneath, placed right on the surgical area; (3) Old “tighty-whitey” cotton briefs one size smaller than I am now, over those, and (4) running shorts over all. It worked! Zero pain. I ran 15 seconds of each minute, more uphill and less downhill, as I’ve been doing. But sometimes I…

• Surgeon Visit

  Don

  14 May 2012 | 10:22 pm

  Monday, May 14, 2012:I ran on the grass trails for the first time this month. The trails were perfect - green and dry, not even dew on the grass. Furthermore, the temperature rose from 60 to 68 during the run, excellent T-shirt weather, even a bit warm. We ran in the morning and avoided temperatures in the 80's later in the day. I ran 15 seconds of each minute, and went 6.3 miles in 1:17:15, for a pace of 12:12.   I held one hand or the other against the area of the hernia surgery whenever I ran, and that worked perfectly in holding off the pain from the surgery.Whining: Not only…

• Everything Aches

  Don

  11 May 2012 | 5:15 pm

  Thursday, May 10, 2012:It’s a good thing.  I worked pretty hard on the stairs yesterday, and ran eight miles today.  Now all the muscles are telling me about it.  That’s OK - I’m the boss, and this is how they gain strength and endurance..Distance: 8.27 miles, time 1:52:30, pace 13:36.  That’s barely fast enough to finish a marathon in six hours.  The good news, though, is that the Anchorage Marathon (called the Mayor’s Marathon) has an eight and a half hour time limit. I just discovered that.  Start at 8:00 am and finish by 4:30 pm.  That…

• 90 Flights of Stairs

  Don

  10 May 2012 | 8:08 am

  Wednesday, May 9, 2012:Maybe a few more. I ran yesterday and will run long tomorrow, so running was off the program for today, and I walked up and down stairs instead. I haven’t done that in quite a while. They are wooden stairs, from the main floor to the upstairs in a more-or-less normal house, 13 steps.I need about 15 seconds to travel up and down them, four trips per minute, wearing sticky-foot socks and guided by a strong railing on one side. Thus, in 24 minutes I would make 96 trips, except that I did get tired, and slowed a little toward the end. I have an eight-mile run on the…

• Soggy Park

  Don

  8 May 2012 | 1:26 pm

  Tuesday, May 8, 2012:I didn’t think that the park’s grass trails would be in very good condition today, because of the recent rains, so I used the paved trails again.  This was a little longer, walking/running 6.1 miles in 1:14:40, for a pace of 12:14, probably a little faster than I needed to go.Whining:  I felt the surgical ache at the beginning, then very little until it returned somewhat in the last mile or so.  It bothers me that it got worse during the run.  The next run is supposed to be eight miles - I wonder how that will go.  Easy does it.Weight:…

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  Peak Performance : Runnersworld.com

• New Workout–The 30-20-10–Produces Impressive Results

  Amby Burfoot

  7 May 2012 | 3:13 pm

  A just-published paper in the Journal of Applied Physiology outlines a new workout that could become as popular as Yasso 800s, because the “numbers” are just as simple. The new workout is called... Cutting-edge news, advice and research to help you perform your best. The "Peak Performance" blog is edited and written by Amby Burfoot, Runner's World's executive editor and winner of the 1968 Boston Marathon.

• Tim Noakes on Fatigue, Cowardice, Winners and Losers

  Amby Burfoot

  24 Apr 2012 | 2:07 pm

  For the last 40+ years, South African Tim Noakes, M.D., has been among the most iconoclastic of sports scientists. In the 1970s, he and colleagues proved that a veteran marathoner could die from... Cutting-edge news, advice and research to help you perform your best. The "Peak Performance" blog is edited and written by Amby Burfoot, Runner's World's executive editor and winner of the 1968 Boston Marathon.

• A Few of the Numbers Behind the 2012 Boston Marathon

  Amby Burfoot

  18 Apr 2012 | 3:37 pm

  It’s always fun to look at the numbers produced by big marathons. Here are a few from Monday’s Boston Marathon. Most notably, the number of non-number pickups was considerably higher than usual. Your... Cutting-edge news, advice and research to help you perform your best. The "Peak Performance" blog is edited and written by Amby Burfoot, Runner's World's executive editor and winner of the 1968 Boston Marathon.

• It’s Time to Make the Olympic Marathon More Competitive. Here’s How

  Amby Burfoot

  8 Apr 2012 | 8:18 am

  It’s too bad this summer’s London Olympic Marathon won’t be the year’s best marathon. That’s what we want from the Olympics, isn’t it? The best, fastest, deepest competitive fields imaginable, in... Cutting-edge news, advice and research to help you perform your best. The "Peak Performance" blog is edited and written by Amby Burfoot, Runner's World's executive editor and winner of the 1968 Boston Marathon.

• Watch This CPR Video. Save Another Runner’s Life.

  Amby Burfoot

  6 Apr 2012 | 9:04 am

  I've often used this space to write about research into running and heart disease, including the stats on runners who die from cardiac arrest during races. Now it's time to turn things around, and do... Cutting-edge news, advice and research to help you perform your best. The "Peak Performance" blog is edited and written by Amby Burfoot, Runner's World's executive editor and winner of the 1968 Boston Marathon.

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  Run Bulldog Run

• Full Bloom 13.1 by Final Mile Events

  Steve

  26 Apr 2012 | 7:13 am

  Last year I ran the excellent Gibbet 50; a local Ultra distance event put on by Final Mile Events. For some reason I find it hard to resist an inaugural race, so decided [kind of last minute if truth be told] to jump in on the Full Bloom 13.1 . I wanted to see how I came through Boston before committing to the race, and as the post-marathon hip seemed to be okay, it was all systems go for the local trail half marathon. As per the Final Mile Events web site, the course would be pancake flat with a mixed terrain of gravel roads, hard packed dirt, grassy sections, and some hard packed sand. Oh…

• Review: Tommie Copper Compression Shorts

  Steve

  23 Apr 2012 | 10:16 am

  A couple of weeks ago, the folks at Tommie Copper tweeted about their latest product offering – “the world’s first copper-infused compression shorts for men & women”. A quick visit to their web site to read more about the shorts left me intrigued and wanting to try a pair. After suffering with a dodgy hip/glute for over two months, I guess it was the “designed to help relieve pain and inflammation” that intrigued me most. From the web site: Tommie Copper compression shorts are ergonomically designed to relieve pain and enhance comfort in the lower torso…

• Clean Bottle. What a great invention!

  Steve

  18 Apr 2012 | 6:43 pm

  Every once in a while you come across a product that makes you wonder “Why didn’t I think of that?” Clean Bottle is *that* product. Clean Bottle was designed by David Mayer, Ironman triathlete and Stanford graduate from Silicon Valley, California. Mayer constantly struggled to clean out the typical muck & mold from the bottom of his water bottle, but “One day while I was on a bike ride the idea hit me – if I could unscrew the bottom as well as the top, then the bottle would be much easier to keep clean.” Genius! Clean Bottle unscrews at BOTH ends for easy cleaning…

• RunningShoes.com Contest: Win New Balance Gear for Spring Training

  Steve

  12 Apr 2012 | 1:26 pm

  RunningShoes.com have a great New Balance contest going on at the moment. All you have to do to win is post your favorite spring training tip on their contest page. The best tips will be chosen and announced by the RunningShoes.com staff. What’s up for grabs? Well, RunningShoes.com are giving away a complete New Balance outfit to cover your spring training needs. The outfit includes a tech running shirt, running shorts/skirt and New Balance running shoes of your choice. Head over to their web site for full contest details, where you’ll also find the training tips from the Week 1…

• Saucony Apparel On Sale at The Clymb

  Steve

  29 Mar 2012 | 11:43 am

  Just a quick heads-up that there’s a great selection of Saucony running apparel on sale at The Clymb for the next four days. Savings of 60% are up for grabs, but quantities are limited and the products are sure to sell out fast. Happy shopping! PS – not much to report on the training/racing front I’m afraid. It’s been almost 6 weeks since I pulled up lame at the Tidewater Striders Distance Series 30K, but thankfully I’m finally back to running some short/easy miles. Cross training on the bike has gone well, so I’ll probably sign up for a local June sprint…

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  RunBlogRun

• ShoeFitr: Use of Online Fitting application increases, rate of returns decreases, release from shoe fitr, note by Larry Eder

  Larry Eder

  16 May 2012 | 11:49 am

  The RunningWarehouse is one of the most well respected and fastest growing run specialty digital stores in the country. That Joe Rubio, CEO, uses ShoeFitr, tells you two things: ShoeFitr must be providing great assistance to the consumer and that Joe Rubio rarely misses a beat. It also gives me a chance to make a point about the conversation with the consumer. Hire a consultant and they will tell you to have a strong digital presence, one must have a conversation with the consumer. But, how do you do that?Provide unique content is one. Provide it consistently is another. Make your site easy…

• Christian Olsson Retires, 2004 Olympic gold medalist, triple jump, by Alfons Juck, note by Larry Eder

  Larry Eder

  15 May 2012 | 11:10 pm

  Christian Olsson, 2011, adidas Grand Prix NYC,  photo by PhotoRun.netChristian Olsson, the 2003 World Champion, and 2004 Olympic gold medalist in the triple jump loved his discipline. He sustained over six surgeries to stay jumping, finishing sixth in the 2011 World Outdoor Champs, with a jump of 17.23m.Christian Olsson, 2011, World Champs, Daegu,  photo by PhotoRun.netHis best jump ever was 17.83m. This was the world indoor record in 2004.  Christian Olsson, World indoor record, 17.83m, 2004, photo by PhotoRun.netHe won the gold medal in Athens with a jump of 17.79. With three…

• Martinot-Lagarde Windy 13.30, Italian Hurdle Records, by Alfons Juck, note by Larry Eder

  Larry Eder

  15 May 2012 | 7:53 pm

  Pascal Martinot-Lagarde, 2010 World Juniors, photo by PhotoRun.netPascal Martinot-Lagarde, the 2012 World Indoor bronze medalist, continues to improve in 2012, as he gets closer and closer to London 2012.....   MARTINOT-LAGARDE WINDY 13.30, ITALIAN HURDLES RECORDS MONTGERON (FRA, May 13): At first Elite one day meet in France world indoor medalist Pascal Martinot-Lagarde showed top shape when winning in 13.30 (+2.1) over Italian Emanuele Abate 13.31 followed by Samuel Coco-Viloin 13.50 and former world champion Ladji Doucoure 13.63 at the 110 m hurdles. The French hurdler clocked his…

• Hyundai Series (Norway), Meet info & Invitation

  Larry Eder

  15 May 2012 | 11:01 am

  This invitation from Norwegian Federation was lost in my spam folder. My apologies.Blocks, photo by PhotoRun.net  Norway wish to invite athletes to meetings which are being staged during the summer of 2012. If you have athletes who are interested in any of the meetings, please send the athletes list to the meeting organizer.Hyundai Grand Prix Opening Games 2012Bislett Stadium, Oslo May 24th Men: 100 m, 400 m,  800 m, 3000 m, 110 mh, 4x100 m relay, high jump, long jump, discus, javelinWomen: 100 m, 400 m, 1000 m, 3000 m, 100 mh, 4x100 m relay, high jump, long jump, javelin, (hammer…

• RBR Interview: Mikal Peveto, adidas Director of Running, North America, speaks about the adidas ClimaCool Seduction, by Larry Eder

  Larry Eder

  14 May 2012 | 5:08 pm

  Mikal Peveto talks shoes, photo courtesy of adidas communicationsWe asked Mikal Peveto, adidas director of running, North America, to fill us in on the new adidas ClimaCool Seduction, one of adidas' newest launches. Here is what he had to say about adidas newest launch: RBR, #1: The ClimaCool has been a popular product line for adidas, tell us about the ClimaCool Seduction?Mikal Peveto: The next generation of ClimaCool blends a dramatic new 3D layered mesh design with 360 degrees of ventilation in the all-new ClimaCool Seduction running shoe that helps you stay cool and sweat nothing -…

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  Runnergirl Training

• Running With A Group

  runnergirl training

  14 May 2012 | 10:34 am

  Check out some benefits of running with a group or club here!

• Summer BBQ Foods

  runnergirl training

  10 May 2012 | 10:30 pm

  Check out low calorie summer BBQ foods here!

• 10 Abs Exercises

  runnergirl training

  10 May 2012 | 10:26 pm

  Check out these abs exercises at Fitness Magazine!

• Physical Activity & Calories Burned

  runnergirl training

  9 May 2012 | 6:58 pm

  Check out this chart to find out how many calories are burned during various physical activities.

• Benefits Of Green Foods

  runnergirl training

  4 May 2012 | 11:27 am

  Green foods offer a variety of benefits!

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  Running like my life depends on it!

• Customizing my Android homescreen

  29 Apr 2012 | 4:04 am

   The equipment            H/W: Samsung Galaxy S2      Os: Rooted and running Slim ROM The Apps      Go Launcher      Simple Calendar Widget      DGT GTD (Beta)      aCalendar      ToodleTask      Quick Event      Evernote      Digital Clock Widget from Maize labs      Wallpaper Changer from J4velin Development      PicSpeed Wallpaper The setup        I use my Galaxy S2 for…

• Bloatware and the Samsung Galaxy S2

  25 Mar 2012 | 10:20 pm

  The Samsung Galaxy S2 is a fantastic phone. But the Bloatware that comes with it from Samsung totally ruins it. I am not sure what the business justification of literally killing the phone is. With the original configuration the S2 did not last more than half a day on a full battery charge. And I am an aggressive user in any case. I recently rooted the phone and flashed the Siyah kernel and Resurrection Remix ROM on to it. The charge now lasts close to 24 hours. That's with my usage. I'm sure it will last more with less aggressive usage. Kudos to android for being so flexible.  Subscribe…

• Why Android knocks the socks off the Ipad

  1 Oct 2011 | 9:30 am

  1. Syncing with Google contacts My android phone was setup with my Google contacts in less time than it took for me to enter my username and password. I know that sounds illogical. But my contacts had downloaded to my phone book from Google contacts by the time I configured my email and switched to the phone book. And I have about 2000 contacts. 2. Multiple Google accounts and multiple calendars I do agree that being from the same stable Android has a distinctive advantage. But damn it works well. 3. Widgets, widgets, widgets Homescreen widgets make the Android a true personal digital…

• Todays excuse for not running

  23 Jun 2011 | 9:16 pm

  No cap, No car!- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad Subscribe in a reader

• Things you need to stick to running

  12 Jun 2011 | 9:44 am

  These work for me. May not be everyone's idea of motivation.1. Good musicI have some really peppy trance I downloaded on my phone. I have a shitty Bluetooth headset from Nokia that is stereo and wireless yet is refusing to get charged. Sounds good, stays out of the way - but doesn't work always.2. Good pair of shoesTime to change mine.3. Good place to run / routeBack to running at Chepauk. 4. Training planPutting one together.5. Good, easy to use tracker.I am using sparkpeople.com. By far the best tracking system I've seen. Tracks training and food on the iPad. 6. A stop watchThat's it.Music…

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  See Corey Run: A Fitness & Nutrition Journal

• Penguin in Motion :)

  22 Apr 2012 | 1:26 pm

  A digital stock image from my new photography business, Cyberpenguin Studios. (All rights reserved.) Hello All, There's been so much going on lately! For the last several months, I 've been hard at work, entrenched in book writing and other projects, so that's why you haven't heard from me in a while. :) In addition to these projects, I've just recently started yet another new business, Cyberpenguin Studios, (yes, that makes a total of four businesses thus far), as a commercial portal for my digital stock photography. Things are just a tad bit busy to say the least. ;) As mentioned in a…

• A New Literary Partnership

  10 Oct 2011 | 8:19 am

  I'm excited to announce that I've recently joined forces with friend and athlete, Mauricio Sanchez, as a contributing writer for his wonderful website, Triathlon at 55, on the topics of sports and general nutrition for the endurance athlete. Here, Mauricio offers information relevant to the sports of running and triathloning, as well as his own personal reflections of his experiences, including his journey to become an Ironman competitor. At last count, he's completed one Ironman 140.6, two Ironman 70.3's, one Ironman 69.1 (the swim had been cancelled), three…

• Thank You For the Mention!

  31 Aug 2011 | 3:31 pm

  Just a quick post to say thank you to MSN Degree for listing See Corey Run as #5 on their "50 Top Blogs for Marathoners" list. I really appreciate the mention! I see lots of friends on this list as well: Steve Runner of Pheppidations, Ann Brennan of Ann's Running Commentary, and Tim Wilson of 26.2 Quest, et al, as well as well-known luminaries like Dean Karnazes (Dean's Blog), Coach Jenny Hadfield (Active Expert: Coach Jenny Hadfield & Ask Coach Jenny), and popular blogs like RW's Daily and the like. Wow, thank you. It's great to be in such good company. :)

• Race Training Strategies: Why Basic Readiness is Only the Beginning

  24 Aug 2011 | 4:33 pm

  When it comes to race training, I believe that a runner can never be too well-prepared. :) To race your best, your body and mind need to be in peak condition, and that takes a carefully constructed, well thought-out, long-range plan. Conversely, a person who races without proper preparation, no matter what the distance, is simply courting folly. Underprepare and you're just asking for it. It's almost as if karma's just winding up its baseball bat to smack you right in the tush. :) You can't hurry along your race training either, or you're bound to find injury along the way. Even if you…

• The Car: A Runner's Mobile Preparedness Unit :)

  22 Jul 2011 | 1:13 pm

  Can we say "hot"?! Phew! It's certainly been a heatwave lately. In fact, I write this, it's just reached 100°F here in DC, with a heat index of 115°F! Of course, as the mercury keeps rising, it becomes all the more important to be prepared for summer running. And what better way than to properly stock your car with essential items and turn it into a "mobile preparedness" unit. :) Aside from equipping your car with all of the obvious general "survival" essentials -- umbrellas, a GPS unit, a first-aid kit and an emergency car repair kit containing jumper cables, tools, a funnel, a…

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  Sweet Victory

• Coming for ya, Cleveland! Sort of.

  Marcus Grimm

  15 May 2012 | 7:50 am

  So the Cleveland Marathon is this weekend, and I am... well truth is, I don't really know how I am. Since getting baked in Boston, I pretty much got back on the training horse, including some speed work and 3 weeks in a row with long runs of 18-20 miles. But even so, I'd be lying if I didn't admit that my legs still don't have the pop they had a month ago. I'd planned to peak for Boston, and well, there's a good chance I did. Unfortunately, I may have peaked on a day with record high temps. The good news? I'm still fit. Heck, I'm on pace to run 190+ miles this month, and it's been a taper…

• Book Review: Finding Ultra

  Marcus Grimm

  14 May 2012 | 8:00 am

  I recently had the opportunity to check out a copy of Finding Ultra, a soon-to-be released memoir from ultra-athlete Rich Roll. If you're not familiar with Rich (I wasn't, prior to the reading) he successfully completed the Ultraman a few years back (which makes Ironman look like a warm-up), and followed that up by completing 5 Ironman courses over 7 days. So to call him extreme would be to put it mildly. Because the canon of literature on ultra-distance athletics is so slim, it makes sense for you to check out the book. As someone doing my second 50 mile race later this year, I find it's…

• Spring Marathon, Take 2

  Marcus Grimm

  27 Apr 2012 | 7:46 am

  So while the Boston Marathon was the culmination of a lot of work, and it was an amazing experience and I will run it again (likely not until I hit a new age group), let's face it: the record heat made the resulting time a bit of a bummer. If you compared my finishing place this year to 2011, it means I probably would've run a PR 3:11-3:13ish in Boston in ideal conditions. But you won't find PR's at the "would've" shed, so I'm still stuck at 3:17:30. The good news? I'd previously agreed to do the Cleveland Marathon as a Team Type 1 event on May 20. At the time, I thought it would be a "fun"…

• CHOP/JDRF Philly Event!

  Marcus Grimm

  24 Apr 2012 | 2:47 pm

  I was fortunate to speak at a joint event held by the JDRF of Eastern PA and the Children’s’ hospital of Pennsylvania this past weekend. More than 300 people attended, a wide mixture of children and adults, all touched by Type 1 diabetes in one way or another. The morning program began with a presentation by Dr. Aaron Kowalski, who oversees the Artificial Pancreas Project. Learning about recent progress of the project was exciting, and the audience was happy to learn of updates currently coming down the pipeline. Next up was a short break engaging with vendors. I was happy to chat with…

• Baked in Boston

  Marcus Grimm

  18 Apr 2012 | 10:06 am

  A few weeks before this year’s Boston Marathon, a friend of mine commented that he was proud to have run it last year, during a “record-breaking” day. He was referring to the fact that the course record had been demolished on a day of near-perfect weather. I remarked that he was right to be honored, not even considering that I’d participate in a record-breaking day of another sort. When the sun came up on marathon Monday, there was no denying that the weathermen had nailed it: we were in for a day of record heat. Though Pennsylvania’s sticky summers mean I can do all right in such…

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  Running Coach Dave

• Insanity Workout Review

  Dave

  23 Apr 2012 | 4:41 pm

  Being a BeachBody Coach, I have access to all the workout videos that they produce.  But guess what?  So do you!  My first foray into the exercise video world was with Insanity, and I want to give you an unbiased review to give you some idea of what it’s all about.  Undoubtedly you have seen the infomercial, but maybe you’re not convinced yet on whether or not to try it. I decided to try this workout going into the winter season here in Denver because you just never know what the weather may bring you.  In, fact February was the second snowiest February on record in Denver. …

• Ohio comparisons

  Dave

  27 Mar 2012 | 12:14 pm

  I’ve been in Ohio now for almost 2 weeks now, and there has been some differences that I’ve noticed from Denver to here in Pataskala. Running community – Ohioan’s are serious about their longer distance runs.  I ran in a 5K last week, and there were about 25 of us!  I signed up for a half marathon that is on May 5th, and last year they had over 6,000 runners!  I was told that 5K’s don’t do well here, but that is a big number for a half marathon.  I joined a running group that’s sponsored by the local running store, and they run every Saturday…

• The End of an Era

  Dave

  21 Feb 2012 | 2:52 pm

  Well I still don’t know for sure what my work situation will be, or if my house is going to sell or not.  But one thing that I’ve decided that is for sure is that I’m “retiring” as the head guy from the Irish Snug Running Club.  As of March 8th, I will no longer be the face of the running club.  It’s been quite a ride.  The club first started in the fall of 2006, and at the time, I thought that having a running club at a bar was the most brilliant idea ever.  These days you can go to a bar in Denver that has a running club 5 nights a week!  I took…

• The Best American Runners

  Dave

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:15 pm

  I got to thinking the other day about who the best American born runners are/were.  This past week, Runners Roost in Denver had their usual Wednesday night group run.  This time there was a theme, and that was “Happy Birthday Pre”.  Apparently it would have been Steve Prefontaine’s 61st birthday had he lived.  He died in a car crash in 1975 at the age of 24.  So we “celebrated” him by wearing fake mustaches and singing happy birthday.  Now I’m thinking, “why the fascination with Pre”?  Yes, he was a great runner and had he not died so…

• Life changes and we move on

  Dave

  15 Jan 2012 | 4:54 pm

  Did you ever sit around and utter the phrase, “I wish I could have done things differently”, or “If I could have a do-over”.  I think we all have felt that way at one time or another.  At this point in my life with being unemployed, I look back and say, “why didn’t I stick with my first major”, which was computer programming.  Imagine back in 1974.  Computers were made by IBM and they were as big as small house.  But like a lot of college students at that time, I was there to have fun and not to study.  So I quickly changed my major to Beerology…

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  Trail Running Blog

• Foxy Run Trail Half Marathon Race Report

  SDrunner

  23 Apr 2012 | 6:17 am

  The Foxy Run Trail Half Marathon is a race I ran last year, but under a different name: the Painted Rocks Half Marathon. When I read about this race, I either forgot or wasn’t aware that I had already ran it in the past. I still recall that race being pretty tough considering it was an out and back and the fact that it was a trail race at a half marathon distance. But I survived this year’s and just a little bit slower than before: 1:48:03 (13.06 mi, 8:16 min/mile, 6/21 AG, 94/310 Overall). According to the website, the course was supposed to be 13.30 miles, but I believe I heard the race…

• Hollywood Half Marathon Race Report

  SDrunner

  15 Apr 2012 | 2:07 am

  The Hollywood Half Marathon was my 5th half marathon for the year and third (I believe) inaugural race. I actually wasn’t going to run this race but my cousin, who I ran with on his first full marathon, wanted to run this half. The course was pretty straightforward, basically an out and back with a pretty tough final two miles uphill. Results: 1:40:54, 13.16 mi (7:40 min/mile), 1st 5K: 22:38, 2nd 5K: 23:25, last 6.9K: 54:39. Placing: AG: 49/319, 247/6103 overall. I think I ran once the week of the race so I should be pretty happy about the results. And those last 2 miles were one of the…

• XTERRA Black Mountain 15K Trail Run

  SDrunner

  26 Mar 2012 | 7:31 am

  The Xterra Trail Run is a series of races across LA and San Diego (possibly other Socal locations) with the Black Mountain 15K race #6 of 7.  According to the website, “The athlete with the most points- by gender and age group- after the last race in the Series earns the title of XTERRA Trail Run Series Champion and earns free entry into the XTERRA National Championship Xduro in 2012!” Unfortunately, this was my first and only race of the series, so I don’t expect to win said championship. I can’t speak for the other races of the series, but the Black Mountain 15K was a tough one…

• San Diego Half Marathon at Petco Park

  SDrunner

  20 Mar 2012 | 4:05 am

  It’s already been over a week since I ran this race, so now all I remember about it is what the notes I took the night of the race when I first planned to write up this report. But first the fun stuff, results: 1:34:59 (13.23 mi, 7:11 min/mile), 26/350 AG, 215/5485 Overall. This was a very evenly paced race as you can see in the official splits (and mile by mile splits later on): 5K: 22:27, 7:14 min/mi, 3.7mi: 26:55, 7:17 min/mi, 10K: 44:46, 7:15 min/mi, 15K: 1:07:34, 7:15 min/mi. I’m just going to post some highlights of the race, basically everything I could remember since the race.

• Mission Driven Eco Run 10K Trail Run

  SDrunner

  4 Mar 2012 | 5:44 pm

  I haven’t run a trail race since September, but I’m hoping to make up for that in 2012. The Mission Driven Eco Run 10K is my first trail race of the year, but I already have a few others lined up in the next month or two. It’s good that I started off at a shorter distance rather than a 15K or half because once I started climbing those hills, I realized how tough trail races are! Results: 49:48 (7:52 min/mi), 6/18 AG, 21/178 Overall. We ran into a few issues during the race and there were a few tough hills we had to climb, but it was a good overall race and I’m looking forward to more…

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  WordPress.com News

• Stay In The Conversation

  Beau Lebens

  15 May 2012 | 6:01 pm

  It’s now much easier for you and your commenters to keep track of the conversations you’re involved in across WordPress.com. Some recent tests have shown that by subscribing commenters to new comments by default, they are more likely to stay engaged and come back and comment more on your blog. With that knowledge, we’ve changed the default comment following behavior to help you get more conversations going on your blog. We made the initial changes last week and after great feedback from you we just launched an update. Here’s how it works: By default, posting a comment…

• Look at These Gorgeous Blogs

  Sheri

  15 May 2012 | 1:05 pm

  We’ve added a user showcase where you can view stunning customizations made by people just like you. From complete redesigns with CSS to adding pizzazz with Custom Fonts to clever use of options like background and header, this showcase will spark your imagination and inspire creativity. Discover details about what each showcase blog is doing with WordPress.com themes and customizations by clicking a thumbnail to see a colophon-style list of credits on the left. We’ve also updated footer links so blog owners can show off the types of customizations they’ve made and visitors can…

• Photo Blogging 101, Part 1

  Erica V.

  14 May 2012 | 10:00 am

  Spring is in the air. With the weather warming up, now is a great time to get started on a photo blog. Creating a photo blog is a wonderful introduction to blogging on WordPress.com or an opportunity to refresh your current site. Ready to get started? You can sign up for a new blog right over here. Getting started Photo blogs, sometimes called phlogs, use pictures instead of words. While many photo bloggers choose a type of photo that they want to focus on, such as portraits, others use their photo blog to document their life’s events. Photo blogs come in a variety of styles, including…

• New Themes: Just Desserts and Oxygen

  Michelle Langston

  10 May 2012 | 8:11 am

  Happy Thursday! We’ve added some exciting new themes to our ever-growing collection, and we’re happy to tell you all about them. First out of the oven is…Just Desserts. Yep, that’s a theme! Designed by Andy Rutledge, Just Desserts is a deliciously stylish premium theme that’s perfect for blogs centered on food. With its responsive, single-column layout and unique presentation of images and posts on the front page, Just Desserts gives you a delectable canvas on which your mouthwatering photos and text can really shine — even when viewed on smaller mobile devices…

• Find Friends Who Use WordPress

  Nick Momrik

  1 May 2012 | 2:32 pm

  Are you curious to see how your friends are using WordPress? Give the new and improved Friend Finder a try to connect with your Twitter, Facebook, and Google contacts who have WordPress sites! After authorizing WordPress.com to use your Twitter, Facebook, or Google account to find your friends (don’t worry — none of this account information is saved!) you’ll see a list of people you know who have WordPress sites. Click Follow and each time your friend publishes a new post it will show up in your Reader under Blogs I Follow. If you have multiple blogs, make sure to set the…

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  Hella Sound—Premium Running Music

• April #loseathon Final Results!

  Hella Sound

  10 May 2012 | 8:04 am

  Final results for the April 2012 #loseathon Read More » Tags: loseathon, weight loss Related Articles In Defense of Running Music Jamie Freveletti: Running from the Devil Objects in Mirror are Closer (to Reality) than they Appear

• #loseathon April 11 & 14, 2012

  Hella Sound

  15 Apr 2012 | 4:56 pm

  Weigh-ins for the April 2012 #loseathon (4/11/2012 & 4/14/2012) Read More » Tags: loseathon, weight loss Related Articles Your First Marathon—Predicting Race Times and Preparation Music and Athletic Performance Starting Running to Lose Weight

• April 2012 #loseathon! Weigh-ins for April 7, 2012

  Hella Sound

  8 Apr 2012 | 4:04 pm

  Weigh-ins for the April 2012 #loseathon (4/7/2012) Read More » Tags: loseathon, weight loss Related Articles Stride Rate Finder: Find Your Stride Rate the Easy Way Athlete of the Month: Meg Smitley Music and Athletic Performance

• Athlete of the Month: Michael Erickson

  Hella Sound

  5 Apr 2012 | 7:51 am

  Michael Erickson is Hella Sound's April 2012 Athlete of the Month. Read More » Tags: interviews, athletes, athlete of the month Related Articles Athlete of the Month: Chris Donnelly Athlete of the Month: Josh “Speedy Sasquatch” Maio Athlete of the Month: Kerrie Ann Frey

• April 2012 #loseathon! Weigh-ins for April 4, 2012

  Hella Sound

  4 Apr 2012 | 9:40 pm

  Weigh-ins for the April 2012 #loseathon (4/4/2012) Read More » Tags: loseathon, weight loss Related Articles Running Off-Leash: An Interview with Sebastian Tocchet Running Music BPM: An Open Letter to Runner’s World Running Cadence, Mid-Foot Landing

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  RunnersWeb.com Syndicated News and Features

• Athletics: Felix named USATF Athlete of the Week

  Ken Parker, Publisher

  16 May 2012 | 1:10 pm

  Now in its 11th year, USATF's Athlete of the Week program is designed to recognize outstanding performers at all levels of the sport..

• Athletics: Determined U.S. Field Gearing Up For 34th Freihofer's Run For Women 5K On June 2nd In Albany, New York

  Ken Parker, Publisher

  16 May 2012 | 9:00 am

• Athletics: Stellar Masters Division Announced For 34th Annual Freihofer's Run For Women 6/2 In Albany, NY

  Ken Parker, Publisher

  16 May 2012 | 8:45 am

  Harvey, Wiltse, Gruca, Piers, Troncoso, Samuelson, Haas and James to Compete.

• (RRW) Athletics: Half-Marathons This Weekend on Both Coasts Feature Top Americans

  Ken Parker, Publisher

  16 May 2012 | 8:10 am

• Athletics: Beach Running World Championships Set For Sunday, October 21

  Ken Parker, Publisher

  15 May 2012 | 1:55 pm

  USATF-Sanctioned Event Returns To Cocoa Beach, Florida.

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  japan running news

• Samuel Kamau Wanjiru, Nov. 10, 1986 - May 15, 2011

  Brett Larner

  14 May 2012 | 3:20 pm

  Samuel Wanjiru winning the 2008 Beijing Olympics marathon. Photo linked from Wikipedia.

• Weekend Track Roundup

  Brett Larner

  14 May 2012 | 12:49 am

  by Brett Larner In addition to the big Golden Games in Nobeoka and the Kanto and Kansai Regional University Track & Field Championships, several regional corporate championship meets also saw noteworthy results over the weekend. At the Chugoku Jitsugyodan Championships in Hiroshima, former Sera H.S. ace Charles Ndirangu (Team JFE Steel) continued his unbeaten streak in his second pro race,

• Omwamba Takes Kanto Regionals 1500 m and 10000 m Wins in Collegiate Debut

  Brett Larner

  13 May 2012 | 5:18 pm

  by Brett Larner scroll down to results for video of all races The first university to bring Kenyans to run in Japan, Yamanashi Gakuin University debuted its newest find, first-year Enock Omwamba, on the first weekend of Japan's biggest and best university meet, the Kanto Regional University Track and Field Championships, May 12-13 in Tokyo's National Stadium.  Omwamba got the weekend started

• Kato, Newcomer Maina Win Reborn Sendai International Half Marathon

  Brett Larner

  12 May 2012 | 10:46 pm

  by Brett Larner Cancelled following last year's disasters, the Sendai International Half Marathon returned May 13 in a new format putting more emphasis on mass participation and less on the elite race with a notable absence of any foreign competition based outside Japan. The women's division suffered when former national record holder Mizuki Noguchi (Team Sysmex) scratched earlier this week,

• Fukushi Gets 5000 m Olympic A, Osako Sub-28 at Golden Games in Nobeoka

  Brett Larner

  12 May 2012 | 9:11 pm

  by Brett Larner After failing to qualify for the London Olympics in the marathon, 5000 m national record holder Kayoko Fukushi (Team Wacoal) successfully regrouped at the May 12 Golden Games in Nobeoka meet, clearing the Olympic A-standard as she narrowly finished 2nd behind Kenyan Sally Chepyego (Team Kyudenko) 15:18.01 to 15:18.46.  No other women were even close to the lead pair, with Ai

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  Marathon Training Blog

• May 16, yoga and marathon training

  16 May 2012 | 3:59 am

  Yoga and marathon training : Hi Marius, I would like to know your opinion on practicing yoga and marathon training? Answer: Hi Jim and thanks for your

• May 8, Could not run for one week

  8 May 2012 | 9:24 am

  Adjusting a missed week of training : This is my first marathon and while doing the 2 1/2 hour run in Week 11, I was bitten by a dog and could not train

• May 8, Duration/Distance of long runs when selecting schedule

  8 May 2012 | 9:22 am

  Changing length of long runs on faster schedule : Hi Marius, Should I adjust the duration/distance of the easy runs when I select a schedule that is

• Apr 25, Adjusting the program for the half marathon

  25 Apr 2012 | 7:01 am

  Adjusting the 100 day plan for the half marathon : Hi Marius, I'm running my first Half Marathon in 20 weeks(140 days). I want to use your 100 day marathon

• Apr 18, Pacing

  18 Apr 2012 | 8:58 am

  Hi Marius, Well I ran the Port Macquarie Half Marathon in Australia some 5 weeks ago in a time of 1.58.32 and this last weekend I competed in the Canberra

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  Jill Will Run

• Maui Vacation

  Jill

  16 May 2012 | 9:30 am

  Last week we went to Maui. It was to celebrate out anniversary (a couple weeks early, due to my growing belly) but most people interpreted it as a “last chance trip before baby”. And I definitely vacationed differently being 6 months pregnant than I normally would have. Everything just felt… harder. And flying was kind of miserable, I had to pee so many times on the flights and it was hard to bend over to reach my bags stuffed under the seat in front of me. I am glad we did the trip a little early! But I did feel like I was able to really relax on this trip, which is not…

• iFitness Belt Review (AND GIVEAWAY!!)

  Jill

  15 May 2012 | 9:00 am

  Several years back I picked up an iFitness belt at a race expo.  I had tried some other slim waist packs and was never satisfied, they just didn’t seem to fit right. So I decided I would give yet another belt a try. I chose to buy the double pouch belt, thinking I would be able to stash my phone in it during a race, as well as fuel, lip balm, whatever. There is a handy little inner pocket as well so I can stash my ID, a credit card or some cash and have it be a little more secure. The thing that impressed me the most about the belt is how adjustable it is. You can really tighten or…

• The Gender Games

  Jill

  11 May 2012 | 9:00 am

  It’s been mentioned here, but I’ll reiterate it… we are not finding out the sex of the baby. We are waiting until “birth day” to learn. You would think we are doing the most horrible thing in the world the way some people react. “But how will you plan and know what to buy?” Easy… we’ll get gender-neutral stuff. We haven’t really bought much for the kid yet, as that is rather intimidating and overwhelming. (Also, my husband has been really busy with work the past several months and I don’t want to do all of this myself.) But we…

• Veg-Curious

  Jill

  9 May 2012 | 12:00 pm

  I read an article on No Meat Athlete, “Veg-Curious? Don’t Be Fooled About these 7 Myths of a Vegetarian Diet“.  The phrase “veg-curious” is a good way to describe me.  I don’t eat a lot of meat, my main reasons in the past for this being: Raw meat grosses me out… seriously, I HATE handling raw meat. And that makes cooking it really hard to deal with. Fatty pieces of meat are disgusting to me. Ever since I was small I could dissect a piece of meat and discard every discernible molecule of fat. I hate the texture. Usually the pile of my discards are…

• Made Me Chuckle

  Jill

  8 May 2012 | 9:00 am

  When I downloaded an update to the Walgreens app on my iPhone, it took me through a brief “orientation” before letting me into the app. Part of the orientation was illustrating the medications tab and one thing in particular caught my eye. Not catching it? Dogs would be medicated for FLEAs not FLEEs! When an email offer like this comes to my email, it’s so hard to resist! The deal was really for "Licensed Electrician Work", but when it gets cut off... man! I know lots of people get lice for free... but when you can get it for only $99, how can you resist? I know…

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  Just Your Average Joggler

• Joggling Poetry 025

  Average Joggler

  15 May 2012 | 10:31 pm

  Hot Joggling   Shorts in the summer Sweating and dehydrating Better than winter

• How to remember the number of laps you did

  Average Joggler

  14 May 2012 | 8:36 am

  When I was working a regular job we had a gym with a small (1/4 mile) indoor track. Occasionally the treadmills would all be occupied so I would joggle around the track. The trickiest part…remembering how many laps I did. Building your memory I first tried the technique of just remembering the number. This is not easy. Numbers are too abstract for your memory to hold for any length of time. Pictures are much more easy to remember. So, the trick is to convert the number into a picture. There was an excellent book that I read called How to Develop A Superpower Memory. In it, they…

• Mathematics of juggling

  Average Joggler

  13 May 2012 | 2:52 pm

  There’s a notation system in juggling called Siteswap. Essentially, it is a way to represent juggling patterns with numbers. I’ve never been able to quite figure it out but I continue to read articles on it. I own the book The Mathematics of Juggling but it is not a very readable book. Perhaps this article from Juggle.org might clear things up for me.

• Have you considered reverse joggling?

  Average Joggler

  12 May 2012 | 2:06 pm

  Here’s an interesting video which demonstrates a 4 ball joggler who is running in reverse. I have joggled backwards only once in a race. It was at the end of a half marathon that I did with a friend. Pretty fun. I got the idea to do that in a marathon some day but haven’t been able to train properly. It would be pretty tough.

• Something to consider if you are considering a running streak

  Average Joggler

  11 May 2012 | 8:39 am

  The US Running Streak Association is the group that “certifies” running streaks. For $20 a year you can have your streak listed with them and get a copy of their quarterly newsletter. You can also claim to be a card carrying member of the group. For my first streak I had joined but never got around to renewing. Perhaps I might. Anyway, they wrote this article about the dangers of a running streak. It’s pretty good. Running streak advice Some highlights (and some of my own suggestions). 1. Don’t start a streak without some basic training. This is a recipe for injury. 2.

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  The Happy Runner

• Post marathon running.

  The Happy Runner

  14 May 2012 | 7:51 pm

  There hasn't been a lot of it but the running I've done since the marathon last Sunday has all been good. I followed the marathon by taking Monday completely off and then ran an easy and slow 2 miler on Tuesday. No problems. I knew that what my body needed most this week, though, was rest. So, I took Wednesday and Thursday off and ran again on Friday, basically repeating Monday's run. Yup, 2.1 whopping miles. Again, no problems. And then -- After another rest day on Saturday, I met up with some of my fab running buddies for an 8 miler on Sunday. It was super! I felt great and was really…

• You Have No Idea (review).

  The Happy Runner

  10 May 2012 | 8:03 am

  Taking a break from running, I have a BlogHer Book Club book review for you: You Have No Idea: A Famous Daughter, Her No-nonsense Mother, and How They Survived Pageants, Hollywood, Love, Loss (and Each Other)by Vanessa Williams and Helen Williams. OK, true confession. If given the choice between People and just about any other non-celebrity magazine, I'm going to pick up People. I know. I blame my grandmother. She always read Star magazine and whenever I was at her house I would read it too. Now, of course, I read Runner's World and Outsidebut, still, sometimes celebrity…

• New Jersey Marathon race report: Part 2.

  The Happy Runner

  9 May 2012 | 7:40 am

  If you didn't catch Part 1, you can pop over here and read away.  So, where was I? Oh, yes. I'd gone through the half marathon in 1:51:39 (8:31 pace) and the 3:45 pace group had gone through in 1:51:02 (8:28 pace). I was trying to catch the group in mile 14. Doing my best, trying to make up ground. Mile 14: 8:22 The effort wasn't so much taxing on my body as it was on my mind. I knew that at the half marathon mark, I was ahead of my pace (which was supposed to be 8:35 per mile) -- and yet the pace group was well ahead of me. That was not the plan. I felt myself starting to slow…

• New Jersey Marathon race report: Part 1.

  The Happy Runner

  8 May 2012 | 8:44 am

  The marathon has come and gone and let me tell you: It was great. Great! The weekend was terrific. We left Saturday morning from Bridget's house, where we packed oodles of junk food and overstuffed suitcases into Melissa's car: Janis, me, Melissa The New Jersey Marathon was Bridget's and Janis' first marathon and they (like the rest of us) were super excited! Bridget, me, Janis -- just before we packed up the car and took off! Along with four others, we had rented a house in New Jersey and I'm so glad we did. It was much nicer to have a house for the two nights we were down there than a hotel…

• My New Jersey Marathon Goals.

  The Happy Runner

  4 May 2012 | 7:41 am

  Two sleeps 'til Jersey! I'm gunning for a good night of sleep tonight, because I highly doubt I'll sleep much on Saturday. Nerves, nerves, nerves. Speaking of nerves . . . I have my marathon goals all laid out. There have been days when I've thought, "I've got some nerve thinking I can run 26.2 miles at an aggressive pace." But then, there have been just as many days when I've thought, "I've got this." I sure hope I do . . .  Anyway, for those of you who are interested, here are my goals for the New Jersey Marathon: My "If your dreams don't scare you, they're not big enough" A goal:…

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  Daily Running Tips

• List of Kenya Marathon Team For 2012 London Olympics

  Consta

  26 Apr 2012 | 3:12 am

  Athletics federation of Kenya named six marathon runners to represent Kenya at 2012 London Olympics marathon. The picking of marathon runners has been a controversial issue because Kenya does not hold a marathon trial instead the selection is like election of the Pope. A secret committee meets in a back-room and decides. The criteria they use is anyones guess. Kenya Mens Marathon Team 2012 Summer Games  Abel Kirui – A two time World Marathon Champion. The guy has never won a major marathon and has a PB of 2:05:04 but he seems to produce the goods when it comes to major Championships.

• 2012 London Marathon Results

  Consta

  22 Apr 2012 | 6:27 am

  I normally watch marathon races on Satellite Tv but heavy rains affected my outdoor dish and I have been disconnected for the last two days. I followed this years 2012 London Marathon via a UK Internet Radio station(Talk sports) and the experience wasn’t bad. 2012 Virgin London Marathon Results Wilson Kipsang, (the second fastest marathon runner of all time) won the race in a time of 2:04:44. I just smile when I heard the announcer say “looks as if he’s just been on an effortless Sunday jog.” The leading group of Kenyans and Ethiopians had ran the whole race on…

• Patellar Tendon Strengthening Exercises

  Consta

  18 Apr 2012 | 3:57 am

  Patellar tendon is the tendon that connects the kneecap to the shinbone. Patellar Tendon is prone to injury. The pain in that area is referred to as Patellar Tendinitis it is also known as Jumpers knee.Runners experiencing Patellar Tendinitis complain of knee pain. It affects runners with a BMI of 25 or higher or who have a history of playing basketball and have suddenly increased their weekly mileage. The patellar tendon helps your leg extend during running or jumping, but that repeated motion can create small tears in the tendon. After years of activity and then a sudden increase in…

• 2012 Paris Marathon Results

  Consta

  16 Apr 2012 | 5:16 am

  I was just checking the results from 2012 Paris marathon and results of South African Runner Hendrick Ramala caught my attention, I will get back to that later. Kenyan runner Stanley Biwott won the men’s 2012 Paris marathon on Sunday in a record time of 2hrs 05 min 12 sec. This was a second win this year in the streets of Paris by Biwott. He also came first in Paris Half marathon. Biwott broke away from the leading pack at the 30km mark and crossed the finish line more than a minute ahead of Ethiopian duo Raji Assefa and Sisay Jisa. Women Winner 2012 Paris Marathon In the women’s race…

• 2012 Rotterdam Marathon Results

  Consta

  15 Apr 2012 | 7:14 am

  I was watching 2012 Rotterdam marathon on Satelitte and the race has just ended.  As a Kenyan it was a bad day in the races because our Ethiopian rivals swept the podium. Winner 2012 Rotterdam Marathon Ethiopia’s Yemane Adhane Tsegay was the first to cross the finish line in 32nd ABN AMRO Marathon Rotterdam in a personal best of 2:04:47. Yemane won a spirited battle with compatriot Getu Feleke who finished second in 2:04:50. Both men set personal bests. Kenya’s Moses Mosop tried bravely to catch the two Ethiopians in the final kilometers, but finished third in 2:05:02. His…

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  Quadrathon

• Ironman St George; the best fun you can have without racing…

  8 May 2012 | 1:49 pm

  I spent the weekend in St George UT watching the Ironman St George…what an amazing experience! In case you didn’t hear the conditions were crazy, shortly after the AG swim start the winds picked up…this set the tone for the day; winds gusted up to 40 mph. I borrowed this picture below, the top is the ad, the bottom the reality! Hundreds of athletes DNFd the swim or missed the cutoff of 2:20, most were allowed to continue without a chip to at least finish. Ben Hoffman won overall in 9:07 the first 9:+ Ironman finish in 110 Ironman races according to “Iron” Mike Reilly, he also said…

• Logging not Blogging…

  4 May 2012 | 3:20 pm

  Hi world it’s me…yes I am still here…well kinda! The truth is that April has been an up and down month, some big changes including moving house which I am sure you all know is a royal pain in the a$$. I have been training and logging the sessions although I have backed off over the last couple of weeks as I felt I really was not seeing any benefits or gains and that is a clear indicator of overtraining. I was heading for a 600 mile month and in the end easing off the at the end of the month meant I still came in with 534 miles which is still my biggest month this year and second biggest…

• Wordless Wednesday…speechless!

  11 Apr 2012 | 11:47 am

  Four Norwegian Norseman veterans decided to test the Norseman Extreme Triathlon course in the winter, and two of them finished the whole course in just under 24 hours. They swam in dry suits from the Norwegian Army and used spikes in the mountain bike tires during their fun day out. Well, you get the picture, but do check out the video below and read their account in English on nxtri.com.  April 2012 August 2011  2010 From Slowtwitch   

• Head down numbers up!

  9 Apr 2012 | 5:45 pm

  Not much going on this week as you can probably tell from my lack of posting. It pretty much was a rinse and repeat of the prior week, almost, kinda, sorta! In good old bullet point fashion: I did drop a swim and hit the pool only three times but managed 8000 yards; 2000, 2500 and 3500 my longest swim yet Running was a bit light with only 20 miles but I had a nice progressive tempo run of 8 miles in an hour As usual biking takes up the bulk of the week with just over 119 miles including a hilly (4700’ of climbing) 59 mile ride on Sunday On the grand scheme of things I have blown through the…

• March’s miles…

  2 Apr 2012 | 2:19 pm

  Well if you saw that last post you saw what my Q1 and March Mileage and Times were but here are some high and low lights: First Triathlon ever; Desert Tri was completed, a disastrous swim was redeemed somewhat on the bike and run, lots learned and I finished with a smile! Swimming just keeps getting longer…now at 1500 yards without “floaty bits” even did a speed session last week, form and time, form and time… I managed my longest swim ever; 3250 yards, holy crap that’s just under 1000 yards to the Ironman swim distance Sold my wetsuit…some much needed funds for the new one Got a…

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  Run Eat Repeat

• Win It Wednesday–Smart Chefs Stay Slim

  runeatrepeat

  16 May 2012 | 10:06 am

  I was woken up this morning a succession of dings from my phone. My Reach the Beach team members have started a text group and were chatting away. I think I’m the lone soul from the west coast so it was already 8am for them, but it was only 5am for me. I guess they’re trying to get me used to the time change already! I have a ton to do today so I decided to get up and get going. I ran 5.something miles and ate breakfast. Sad news: I think I’m over eggs. I’m not sick of them as much as grossed out because I forgot to mention that my egg from yesterday was under cooked and slimy. I’m…

• I’m Trying

  runeatrepeat

  15 May 2012 | 9:50 pm

  I haven’t been writing down my eats in my Fitbook (because I hate it), but when I do I realize I snack and snack and snack and snack. All fcking day. It’s a really bad habit that I formed years ago (just like night time eating) when I was at a place where I didn’t eat enough at meal times. At the time it was a way of “self care” on some level, but now it’s an unnecessary, leftover scar of diets past. Anyways, I snack. But I’m TRYING. I’m trying to plan filling snacks with fat and protein… I’m trying to make sure my meals hit all the protein, carbs and fat bases. A sweet…

• National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day

  runeatrepeat

  15 May 2012 | 10:29 am

  Happy Tuesday! Last night Ben couldn’t sleep and since our condo is the size of a shoe box (not even boots, like flats) that meant I couldn’t sleep either. I feel like he does this unconsciously before I go on a trip or have a race. We should discuss it (or I can just blog about it and breed resentment toward him). Oh, and to everyone who was so impressed with his dinner cooking and watermelon margarita mixing skills… He used up the last of the watermelon! Tragic, I know. I want to be mad, but I’m kinda relieved I don’t have to admit I ate the entire watermelon in 3 days by myself.

• Margarita Mondays

  runeatrepeat

  14 May 2012 | 10:41 pm

  I’m dumb.  I’ve been trying to ice my toe with a bag of frozen peas but someone said to put it in a bowl of ICE WATER! Hello Monica. Warning: Don’t try this at home (or near electrical wires). It was wildly unpleasant. My snacks were good today – nuts and a protein bar… Protein shake and 2 chocolate rice cakes. Hit.the.spot. After working for the recruiting company all day I changed and headed to the gym to train 3 clients. This was the longest day ever. Well, this long day turned into the best day when Ben greeted me at the door with a Watermelon Margarita!!! God bless that…

• Strawberry Trifle

  runeatrepeat

  14 May 2012 | 10:15 am

  My mother’s day feast featured the standard Mexican fare… tamales, beans and eggs. Oh, there was also unpictured guacamole. A Mexican feast for my Mexican mother…and grandmother and god mother! I was lucky enough to see everyone at the same place After a get together at my Grams’ I headed to my mom’s to make her a special dessert. She (unlike me) considers fruit based desserts and actual treat. I just consider them a fruit snack. Anyways, I remember watching someone make this on the food network and decided to recreate it myself. No recipe, just throw things together and eat. Parts:…

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  IronBrandon - Triathlon to Running and everything in between

• IronBrandon Show: Episode 176

  info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood)

  2 May 2012 | 2:01 pm

  IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

• IronBrandon Show: Episode 175

  info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood)

  2 May 2012 | 2:00 pm

  IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

• IronBrandon Show: Episode 174

  info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood)

  19 Mar 2012 | 10:44 pm

  IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

• IronBrandon Show: Episode 173

  info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood)

  5 Mar 2012 | 6:40 pm

  Lance Armstrong Takes Second at Ironman 70.3 Panama Lance’s Impact on Ironman Exposure IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

• IronBrandon Show: Episode 172

  info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood)

  5 Mar 2012 | 6:35 pm

  Race Report for AUAB 5K Seven Marathons, Seven Continents, Less than Five Days Got Your Back Network IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

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  Ultra Marathon Running

• Sport Shield - put an end to Chaffing and Blisters in Ultramarathons!

  Andy Bowen

  11 May 2012 | 6:33 am

  I've a lot of friends who are running in the North Face 100 in Sydney next weekend, so I hope that this is in time for you all to benefit... Me in about 1985 When I started running, back in my school days, I was been inspired and motivated by a friend and coach Leigh Thomas who adopted a no nonsense training approach. Plenty of sweat, old school circuit training and no fancy new technology!   I’d kept this ideal with my training, and had never been one for equipment that could be considered a fad (until that is I’d tried them in recent years and found them to help!).  So for me…

• Is Chocolate Milk the Better Recovery Drink for Runners?

  Andy Bowen

  12 Apr 2012 | 2:31 am

  As no doubt you’re coming down from your Easter Egg charged sugar rush, what better than a Chocolate inspired guest posting. It’s food for thought… Rehydrating after an intense run or workout should be automatic. After all, your body must be restored of all of the liquid lost through sweat. But rather than reaching for water or your favorite sports drink, you might just want to gulp down a tall glass of fat-free chocolate milk instead.  We know what you're thinking— Gross! But while it may sound repulsive, several experts say that chocolate milk—which is extremely high in…

• Essential Smartphone Apps for Runners - 4 reasons to lace up those sneakers and hit the trails

  Andy Bowen

  5 Apr 2012 | 5:28 pm

  Here is another great guest post to enlighten you as to what is out there in the world of Smartphone Apps to get you and keep you running. These Apps are far cheaper than a personal running coach, but give you the same motivation… there are always with you and never sleep!  They’re the perfect gift for the runner who has everything. Take it away Pearlie… Spring is in the air (in the Northern Hemisphere), and to celebrate I went for a long run in the sunshine! I think many other runners had the same idea because the trails and sidewalks were literally “overrun” (pun intended) by…

• The importance of your mindset in Ultramarathon Success

  Andy Bowen

  3 Apr 2012 | 5:41 pm

  2011 was a big year for me in terms of my running, and it had some great highs and pitiful lows.  Only now, a few months on have I managed to detach myself from the emotional involvement to get a rational view on what I did right and what didn’t go so well. The highs for the year were my 11:41 at TNF, and starting my 1400km multiday run across the Nullarbor.  The lows for the year were the DNF at GNW and having to pull up half way across the Nullarbor.  So what was the difference between these highs and lows, and what can I do in future to get more highs and eliminate the…

• Kick Cancer's Butt with Exercise - Guest Post

  Andy Bowen

  8 Mar 2012 | 2:22 am

  Cancer can be one of the most challenging diseases for both patients and their families. While a diagnosis of cancer can be a life-changing event for many people, there are steps that patients can take to improve their lifestyle and chance of recovery. Cancer is the uncontrolled replication of cells inside the human body. Cell replication inside the body is controlled by several different factors: chemical signals, genetic information, and physical proximity are all involved in the replication process. Replication errors can lead to the uncontrolled growth of cells inside the body. While the…

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  Midwest Multisport Life

• TazRunning.com

  16 May 2012 | 8:05 am

  Owen is a marathon runner who created TazRunning.com,  a website, that, among other things, allows runners to create a free pace chart that has split times that adjust based on the specific elevation changes of a particular race. The pace charts can be printed out or ordered as a temporary tattoo to put on an arm. What’s with the name “TazRunning?” “When I was 18 I got a tattoo of the Tasmanian Devil on my back. A few people gave me the nickname 'Taz', which I used as my Fantasy Football team name. So when I was looking for a name for my company, I wanted…

• Keep It Clean: Bike Washing

  15 May 2012 | 7:33 am

  Spring is fully here and, rain or shine, many of us are taking to the streets and trails on our bikes in order to train for a bike race, to cross train for running or another sport, or, just enjoy being outside. Don't put off maintaining your steed, however -- take care of it and it will take care of you. Here are 5 tips to keeping your bike clean and ready to ride: "Cut off the top of a plastic water bottle. Fill it with a water-based degreaser, like Simple Green, and place it in your seat-tube bottle cage (for easy access). Use a paintbrush to apply the degreaser to the chain. Finish by…

• Week 2: The North Face Endurance 50K Training

  14 May 2012 | 5:44 am

  Week 2 in the books. More inclement weather, more variation in the plan, continued success in the new plant-based eating--vegan is definitely not all that difficult! Still a bit reliant on processed carbs, like tortillas, bagels, and so on, but not missing meat at all. Pizza is the one thing I still want. There are some decent vegan cheeses, so if I really want it, I can approximate it. Monday: Core/10 Mile Ride Rain, rain, go away, come back again after I've finished my ride--no such luck today, unfortunately, but no worries, ran 7 miles on the treadmill instead. Ever watched "Law Abiding…

• Running Underground

  11 May 2012 | 6:30 am

  You know SuperKate,  right? She’s the adventure-seeking, long distance running (and cycling and paddling), endurance racing mom who seems to be pretty much up for anything. Well, amazingly enough, she has never (as far as I can tell) mentioned running underground, even though there’s just such a race in her very own backyard (well, not literally her backyard, but close). According to the Sand Mine Challenge  race website, "Sperunking: noun [spi-run-kin] – is the act of exploring caves while running, hurdling obstacles, crawling and tip-toeing through quicksand." The four mile…

• Running With the Mind of Meditation Book Review

  10 May 2012 | 6:37 am

  In 1994 or 1995, I was first fully exposed to the power of meditation. Though I had been intrigued for some time, I never really followed through my interest. I finally took the plunge and enrolled in a weekend retreat at The Buddhist Temple of Chicago. Two days of silence, apart from the teacher’s instruction, plus time to fully accept being in the moment was an amazing experience. Since that time, my meditation practice has been more off than on, but parts of it have stuck with me. This is especially true in running—one of my favorite exercises from that weekend was walking meditation,…

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• Tuesday Tidbits - Infographic

  15 May 2012 | 9:47 am

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• Meatless Monday - Thai Crunch Salad

  14 May 2012 | 9:27 am

  We try to have salad as dinner at least once a week.  Usually I'm faced with moans and complaints from the kids, but this week was different.  The whole family, even Little A Bomb loved it.  This is another recipe from Peas and Thank You. Thai Crunch Salad 1 head napa cabbage, cut into 1/4 inch strips 1 head romaine lettuce, cut into 1/4 inch strips 2 large carrots, peeled and julienned 2 bunches scallions, thinly sliced 1 large English cucumber, julienned 1 large bunch cilantro, chopped 2 cups cooked, shelled edamame 1 cup roasted peanuts (we substituted cashews) 4 servings…

• Mother's Day Chocolate CLIF Gift Pack

  13 May 2012 | 10:21 pm

  Happy Mother's Day! The 3 lucky winners, chosen using random.org of the Chocolate CLIF Bar giveaway are Laurel C, Haley at Climb Run Lift Mom and Christine at Random Thoughts With Chris - Congratulations! Please email your address or the name/address of who you want the gift pack to be sent to - thanks! Like Women's Endurance Gear on Facebook

• Mother's Day Giveaway and More

  12 May 2012 | 2:38 pm

  Last day to enter the Mother's Day Chocolaty CLIF Bar giveaway!  Three winners will receive a gift pack of chocolaty goodness from CLIF. ENTER HERE Also, take advantage of a limited-time sale at runningshoes.com celebrating mother runners. They're offering 10% off everything in the entire store (with the exception of Brooks and Merrell) until Monday, May 14. To redeem use the promo code GOMOMS on the shopping cart page during checkout. Runningshoes.com Have a great weekend! Like Women's Endurance Gear on Facebook

• Happy Mother's Day!

  11 May 2012 | 6:41 am

  The hardest job in the world is also the best job in the world. Have a great Mother's Day weekend! Any special plans?   Like Women's Endurance Gear on Facebook

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• How to run fast: Get yourself a good pair of genes

  Kevin Lyons

  9 May 2012 | 3:30 am

  The guy on the left: probably lots of slow twitch muscle fibers. The guy on the right: an abundance of fast twitch muscle fibers. Over time, I’ve had a lot of new and not so new runners ask me the $64,000 question about running: “How do I get fast?” I usually spout off all the cliched answers: Increase your mileage. Focus your speed sessions. Blah. Blah. Blah. Blah. But really, speed is like height or hair texture. You can do things to enhance your physical traits, like wear high-heeled shoes if you are short or dye your hair a different color. But when you take your shoes off, and when…

• How many miles a week you should run depends on what you are training for

  Kevin Lyons

  25 Apr 2012 | 12:00 pm

  My week-by-week miles this year. Runners are always looking for an edge – to get faster, to run farther, to stay injury free. I can preach to you about the importance of nutrition, or staying hydrated, or even the kind of shoes you wear. But I believe the single biggest predictor of race day performance – behind pacing strategy – is the number of miles you run per week in a given training program. You want to run your best marathon? Well, 25 miles a week isn’t gonna do it. And likewise, if you are training for a race of a much shorter distance, you probably don’t need a…

• In which a young Don Nelson looked around the huddle, said the player who made the most money would take the last shot

  Kevin Lyons

  2 Apr 2012 | 7:16 pm

  A young Don Nelson coaching the Milwaukee Bucks. Yeah, its an old picture. Look at the short shorts worn by John Lucas. Congrats to Don Nelson. The former NBA head coach of the Bucks, Knicks, Warriors, Mavericks and Warriors again was named a member of the 2012 Basketball Hall of Fame. Now, what does Nelson have to do with 5ksandcabernets? Plenty, plenty. During the 2001-02 season, I was an NBA/Mavericks beat writer for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Nelson was the Mavericks coach and near the end of 2001, Nellie – that’s what everybody called him – was nearing career…

• March 2012 mileage: Most running since last September

  Kevin Lyons

  1 Apr 2012 | 10:00 pm

  In March 2011, I was knocked out with a stress reaction in my pelvis and couldn’t run much. This past March, even with a crazy leg that goes every-which-a-way, I logged 164 miles, which is just a tick below 40 miles a week. This is the most miles I’ve run in a month since last September, but still some 40 to 50 miles less than I run when training for a marathon. The distance is also nearly 100 miles more than I ran in February, when I failed to net even 100 miles running. Ah, but I’m not training. So, 40 to 45 miles a week is where I want to stay at mileage wise until I…

• In a year, Noah has gone from reading about “Dot and a Dog” to musings about the solar system

  Kevin Lyons

  28 Mar 2012 | 8:21 am

  Noah, my 4-year-old son, is becoming quite the reader. When I picked him up last weekend, he had this book in his hands about the solar system. (From Usborne Children’s Books.) I’m like, “What are you gonna do with that?” He said, “I’m gonna read it.” I told him that the book look kind of advanced for his age, but he said he could handle it. And so, while we were in the car he opened the book and started reading. I caught him midway through with my iPhone and started recording (Yes, while I was driving – do not try this at home.) Sorry about the…

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  RunAddicts

• Running with (and preventing) injured knees

  Cassie Bjork

  6 May 2012 | 12:35 pm

  The last words my orthopedic surgeon said to me were: “Whatever you do, don’t become a runner.” Here I am, ten years and two knee surgeries later, and I’m proud to say I’m a marathon finisher—currently in training for my second and signed up for my third. Some people say it’s foolish, but to me, it’s a part of my life and something they may never understand. Being a runner is more than just a hobby or part of an active lifestyle—it becomes part of your identity. My journey as a runner has challenged me to grow in ways I never thought I could. That…

• 8 Marathon Nutrition Tips: How Runners Fuel Up to Reach the Finish Line

  Paul Koks

  27 Apr 2012 | 12:11 pm

  You have a lot to worry about when training for a marathon. You have to worry about your form, ensure your pace will take you to the finish line before the cut off time, and arrange your schedule to make room for those long runs. You even have to worry about chafing, blisters, and challenging weather patterns. Yet, none of that matters as much as marathon nutrition. If you aren’t fueling up properly, you won’t get the most out of your training runs and you will have a more difficult time reaching the finish line. 1. Keep fiber under control. High fiber foods are important to proper…

• 3 Simple Ways to Burn More Calories

  Jason a. Fitzgerald

  21 Apr 2012 | 8:24 pm

  Let’s face it: if you’re at your ideal weight, then you’ll be able to run faster. Not only will you be carrying less weight, but you’ll be putting less stress on your bones, muscles, and joints, reducing the chance you’ll get injured from running. To burn calories, you have to exercise in some way. But all exercise isn’t created equal – some types burn more calories than others. And some ways of doing the same exercise can burn different numbers of calories. Let’s look at three simple (but not necessarily easy) ways of burning more calories.

• Sodium for Runners

  Cassie Bjork

  7 Apr 2012 | 10:07 am

  As athletes, we are well aware that we lose salt in our sweat. It stings when we get it in our eyes and we can taste it when it ever-so-gently drips onto our lips. Our sports drinks boast that they provide electrolytes, including sodium of course. So are we getting enough? How do we know how much sodium is required? And is it possible to damage our bodies with a sodium overdose? With hypertension (high blood pressure) on the rise in our country, as a Registered Dietitian, I am often stressing the importance of reducing sodium intake, which is of high priority for most Americans. However, low…

• 5 Foods You Aren’t Eating But Should Be

  Abby Evans

  10 Mar 2012 | 5:08 pm

  To stay healthy, in addition to exercising, you need to include healthy foods in your diet. Athletes should select foods that keep their bodies and internal organs in pristine condition. There are likely several foods that you are not eating but should be eating. If you have not considered any of the following, you will want to give due consideration to adding them to your list of healthy foods for an athlete. Sardines Most fish is considered to be healthy, but sardines are loaded with vitamin D, which is essential to keeping your bones hard and strong. In addition, sardines are good for your…

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  Dirty Running

• The Wussification of Ironman

  Dax Ross

  15 May 2012 | 11:25 am

  I haven't written much lately. The training is going well, but the SD 100 is approaching too fast. I had some friends race Ironman St. George a couple weekends ago. One didn't make the swim cut-off and the others that finished talked about what a hard race it was and their times reflected it, finishing an hour or two slower than I'm sure they would have on a faster course, or in better conditions. Ironman has had trouble with the conditions of St. George in the past...rain, heavy winds, heat, cold. I guess St. George in May is just unpredictable. It's a tough course, too. The bike course is…

• Joshua Tree Run

  Dax Ross

  6 May 2012 | 4:30 pm

  It's never just one thing that leads to a great run. The run at Joshua Tree was great for so many different reasons. The weather was beautiful, we were running on a gorgeous desert trail through a remote part of the park, Toby had put together a good plan, invited some great people, and the pace was relaxed. Or maybe it was because two weeks ago I didn't think there was a chance I could do any part of the Joshua Tree Traverse due to my shoulder separation. It could also have been the flow, the conversation, the mile markers ticking off faster than they normally do, or the fact that I wasn't…

• 5 Ways to Avoid Going Batshit Crazy When Injured

  Dax Ross

  2 May 2012 | 2:31 pm

  It's been two weeks since I hit a jump on my mountain bike, flew over the handlebars, cracked my helmet, and was diagnosed with a Grade III AC Shoulder Separation. As injuries go, it could have been way worse. Luckily, my running hasn't been severely affected, and I am seeing a light at the end of the tunnel and the light is closer and brighter than I assumed it would be two weeks ago when I felt a bone stick out of my shoulder where there should be no bone. My running practice calms me and without it, I tend to get antsy, and yes, even after a couple of inactive days I start to go a little…

• Hiking

  Dax Ross

  25 Apr 2012 | 2:12 pm

  You're really going to hold onto that for the entire hike, I asked my boy. He gave me a shoulder shrug and the no big deal look. I never litter and I guess I have taught my kids not to litter, but I don't make a habit of picking up trash on the trail and I don't think I ever taught them to do it either. I asked him where he got the idea and he didn't know, so I said okay, but if you pick it up you have to carry it the entire way or until we run into a trash can. I knew from experience that my kids don't like to haul their own stuff, and when I walk them to school I usually end up carrying two…

• Oddly Shaped Lump

  Dax Ross

  19 Apr 2012 | 11:32 am

  If this post wanders, contains grammatical and spelling errors, or is exceptionally good, I blame the hydrocodone. I was hoping for Oxycontin, but I guess they save that for people who are hurt really bad, like Rush Limbaugh. I took a couple of days off after the Zion run. I went hiking with the family, ran into Ricky Gates in Zion Canyon, and made the eight hour drive home on Sunday in my compression gear. By Monday I was feeling recovered, or at least recovered enough for a short mountain bike ride to my mom's house to say hi and drop off a check. She lives about 5 miles from me by…

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  Miss Zippy

• Is it my legs or my head?

  MissZippy

  16 May 2012 | 1:06 am

  So, the Cleveland 1/2 marathon is this weekend. I told you a week or so ago that I felt like I had blown my Boston recovery. I felt like my legs were maybe coming around on a couple of runs last week. But yesterday, they felt like lead again. I don’t have any specific aches and pains. That’s not the way to describe it–it’s just that my legs don’t want to move fast for me. They fatigue really quickly, I find myself winded easily, and I’m just overall tired. This morning I attempted to do six miles with 5 x 2-min. pick-ups as a little pre-race shake out. The…

• The art of the recovery run (and a winner)

  MissZippy

  15 May 2012 | 12:55 am

  When I first started running, I’d always end my week with my long run, then take the next day off. This worked fine, but a few years back I started experimenting with a shorter, very easy run the day after my long runs. This has been routine ever since because I find I get much more out of it than pure rest. Making a run into a good recovery run, however, takes some trial and error. Here are my suggestions for getting the most out of this run: Do it the day after a hard workout (either a long run or speed work) Pick an easy route, nothing to hilly, if possible Make it short–no…

• No breakfast in bed here

  MissZippy

  14 May 2012 | 12:56 am

  These guys made my day perfect What I wanted for Mother’s Day:  To start  the day with a 2,000-yd. swim. Then go to church. Then run an easy recovery run to my son’s soccer game. I wore my Altra Zero Drop Delilahs (have you entered my giveaway for a pair?) and felt completely effortless–it was such a great run. Scouting out a new trail To go on a family hike after the soccer game. Followed by dinner and a movie. What I got: Exactly that. I hope all you running mamas out there had a day tailor made for you, too!

• They won’t’ always get it

  MissZippy

  11 May 2012 | 12:38 am

  My post yesterday about appreciating those who support our time consuming passion for endurance sports served as a perfect lead in to today’s topic, which is: They won’t always get it. Missing out on the 80s band The Leg Warmers Months ago I agreed to go out this Saturday night with some friends to see an 80s band. Sounded like fun at the time, and it still does. But, when I learned the band doesn’t even start until 9 p.m., I back pedaled. There’s someone in the wings to take my ticket, so I’m not going.  I’m getting up around 5 on Saturday morning to run,…

• Gratitude list

  MissZippy

  10 May 2012 | 12:56 am

  I’m going to go a little Oprah on you here, so bear with me. Behind every endurance athlete is a stellar support crew, and I certainly have mine. These are the folks that help make training time possible, cheer us on from the sidelines, offer training advice, offer a supportive shoulder when the going gets tough, and pull us through workouts good and bad. My mind wandered to mine My front line of support yesterday during my run and it occurred to me that I don’t show my appreciation enough. So here goes–a big thanks to my cast of supporting characters: Mr. Zippy and the…

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  Running in the Family

• Never, Ever Give Up

  Evhen

  9 May 2012 | 10:14 pm

  Arthur had given up. He was told he would never walk without assistance again. That was his reality, until he decided to change it. Has anyone in your family given up on running? Have you? Anyone who has given up needs to watch this video. And then start taking the first steps towards making a change. The only reality you have is the one you allow yourself to live. Your reality won’t change unless you decide to change it. What’s stopping you?

• Planning a Running Workout for the Whole Family

  Guest

  5 Mar 2012 | 8:46 pm

  The following is a guest post by Harold Hunt: In many families, everyone has a shared passion for running. The mom runs and the dad runs, the son runs and the daughter runs as well. If you come from such a running family, you probably understand that this shared passion is only natural and to be expected. But even if you and your family members are all avid runners, there’s a good chance that you rarely run together — and an even better chance that you’ve never done a workout with another family member. This is likely a result of differences in ability. Unlike other sports, where people…

• Make your kids safe runners (guest post)

  Evhen

  5 Jan 2012 | 7:57 pm

  The following is  a guest post from Harold Hunt: So you’ve turned your kids into dedicated runners? Congratulations! Being a runner is not only a great way to stay in shape, but it’s also a state of mind, a sense of responsibility, and an activity that your children can hopefully pursue for the rest of their lives. Running allows them to have goals, setbacks, and challenges. It is a sport that they can do anywhere in the world – and they can probably find people there to join them on their run as well. Running, in short, is an admirable passion. You should be proud that you’ve…

• Run for your lives!

  Evhen

  7 Aug 2011 | 10:24 am

  If you’re like most runners, you know how good running makes you feel and you probably wish that you could get more people to run so that they could experience it too. But, just like me, you probably have a ton of family members and friends that just don’t get it. “You run that far on purpose?” “I don’t want to punish my knees.” “I don’t see the point, unless someone is chasing you.” These are the comments I get from most of my extended family. I’m sure you’ve heard similar ones from yours. The last quote in particular is something that a cousin of mine would say. Now…

• The Real Cost of Taking the Easy Way (Guest Post)

  Evhen

  19 Jul 2011 | 9:45 pm

  The following is a guest post from Casey Scott. Sometimes it may seem too hard to start a fitness regimen. Perhaps you, or someone in your family, has let things slide for too long. You’re not sure how you got here, but you know you have to make a change — you just don’t know how. It seems too hard. You just can’t imagine running, or doing any other physical activity for that matter. There has to be an easier way, right? Wrong. You can do it. Just start slow and take it one step at a time. The Real Costs of Opting For The Easier way Liposuction may sound like an easy way to trim down,…

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  How 2 Run Fast

• Win a Copy of "Eat and Run"

  16 May 2012 | 5:31 am

  I recently read Scott Jurek’s new book, Eat and Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness. Jurek won the Western States 100 mile race an unprecedented 7 consecutive times and holds the American record of 165.7 miles for the 24 hour run. In the book, Scott Jurek describes his tough childhood, growing up in Proctor, MN.  His mother had multiple sclerosis and his father kicked him out of the house during his freshman year in college.  Jurek was a cross-country skier and runner in high school who began doing ultramarathons when he was in his early 20’s.  He gradually…

• Running Book Review: The Art of Running Faster

  15 May 2012 | 6:35 am

  I recently read The Art of Running Faster by Julian Goater and Don Melvin. Julian Goater is a former world-class runner. His times of 13:15 in the 5,000 meters and 27:34 for the 10,000 meters are still among the fastest times ever by a British athlete.   In The Art of Running Faster, Julian Goater shares his experience in training with and racing against some of the top runners in the world.  He believes that keys to running faster are what he calls the 5 Ss: Speed Suppleness Strength Skill Stamina In addition, psychology plays a key role in successful training and racing.   Goater…

• Running Book Review: 14 Minutes: A Running Legend's Life and Death and Life

  9 May 2012 | 1:26 pm

  In 2007, Alberto Salazar’s heart stopped for 14 minutes.  Fortunately, he was given CPR quickly and his heart was restarted with a defibrillator. Although his brain was deprived of oxygen for several minutes, due to his excellent fitness at age 48, he recovered completely. In his new autobiography, 14 Minutes: A Running Legend’s Life and Death and Life, Alberto Salazar describes his upbringing, his Cuban heritage, his father’s connection to Che Guevara and Fidel Castro, his short, meteoric running career, and his current work as the coach for the Nike Oregon Project.  He…

• Win a Copy of "Finding Ultra"

  8 May 2012 | 5:31 am

  I recently read the new book, Finding Ultra: Rejecting Middle Age, Becoming One of the World’s Fittest Men, and Discovering Myself by Rich Roll. In the book, Rich Roll, a former entertainment lawyer, describes his rapid midlife transformation from an overweight alcoholic into a triathlete called “one of the world’s 25 fittest men” by Men’s Fitness magazine. Finding Ultra is a book in three parts: the first 95 pages describe Rich Roll’s early years and his descent into alcoholism, the next 120 pages describe his training and his racing in events like the…

• Win a Copy of "Running with the Kenyans"

  7 May 2012 | 6:54 am

  I recently read the new book, Running with the Kenyans: Passion, Adventure, and the Secrets of the Fastest People on Earth by Adharanand Finn. In the book, Finn, a journalist, freelance writer, and a runner with a solid 10 K time of 38:35, moves to Kenya for six months with his wife and children to try to find the secret behind the success of Kenyan distance runners. He moves to the town of Iten in Kenya’s Rift Valley, known for producing a disproportionate number of the world’s top distance runners.  Running with the Kenyans is part travelogue, as Finn shares his…

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  Mandi Runs

• WI Half Marathon Race Recap - No Holds Barred

  Ms. Quarter

  7 May 2012 | 4:30 pm

  My second half marathon is now firmly under my belt, and a new PR has been recorded, but, as is true for any blogger, it ain't officially over until you can answer the question, "but what did it mean???" in a wordy post. So here goes. But first, a word of caution. There may be some instances of TMI in this race recap. As the bumper stickers say "Running is Sexy," er, until it isn't. This recap will cover the good, the bad, and the ugly of the expected and unexpected portions of the WI Half, and I will try to warn you before you delve headlong into the ugly just in case you want to skip to the…

• Seis de Mayo is Going to Blow

  Ms. Quarter

  4 May 2012 | 2:11 pm

  Tomorrow is the Wisconsin Marathon. I will be running the half, and, I admit, am kind of freaking out about it. Part of the reason is that I am a planner by nature and I only realized two days ago that I wasn't receiving all of the e-newsletters with the race info. Therefore, I've only been "planning" for the past two days - directions, when I'm going to wake up, where to park, race route, what to pack, etc. I like to have these details hammered out at least a week or two in advance. Or, I like to participate in destination races with a team so I don't have to think about any of this and I…

• Does Running Lead to Better Sexy Time?

  Ms. Quarter

  23 Mar 2012 | 10:27 am

  You heard me. And I think it's safe to say that yes, yes it might. I stumbled across an article on Yahoo that talked about what men and women find most attractive in each other upon first meeting (I know, I know...I just wanted to affirm that my decision to grow my hair long despite its inherent annoyances would pay off in the end, right?). What I didn't expect to find was a reference to a 2007 study in the American Journal of Cardiology titled "Heart Rate and Blood Pressure Response in Adult Men and Women During Exercise and Sexual Activity." Yeah. It's a mouthful. Basically, the researchers…

• It Just Sort of Happens...

  Ms. Quarter

  18 Mar 2012 | 9:37 am

  As you all know I've been gearing up for my birthday half marathon the past couple of months. I haven't so much been training as generally running every day and getting used to that before I add on the miles. It's been working out. Pun intended. Now that I'm staring May 5th in the face (proverbially speaking, and from a training standpoint), my goal is to dust off my old Team Challenge training plan and put it to good use in the next 6-8 weeks. But this is all just a side note. What I'm really here to tell you about today  is that working out regularly and eating healthy(ish) can really…

• I Heart My Gym

  Ms. Quarter

  6 Mar 2012 | 12:51 pm

  I've never joined a gym before. The closest I ever got was using the rec center and pool in college, and even then never on a regular basis. Hey, step off. It was 30-minute walk across campus to class every day. My freshman 15 happened in the negative direction thankyouverymuch. Why Running Outside is Awesome When I trained for my half marathon last summer I logged all of my miles outside. I enjoy running outside. I like running through my neighborhood and planning the landscaping do's and don'ts of my future home. Then I run through the Highlands and convince myself I'll NEVER buy a home…

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  Run Diva

• Dash & Splash 5K

  Lynn Smythe

  25 Apr 2012 | 6:18 am

  Dash & Splash 5K run/walk  1 mile run/walk   April 28th, 7:30am 5K/1 mile   8:45am - kids dash.  Registration Fee goes up Wednesday 4/25   YMCA Boca Raton. 5K Run/walk. 1 mile Run/walk, Free Kids Dash.Participants may get wet during the race with hoses, water guns, sprinklers and other means(but you can avoid the water too if you like!) Run in your favorite water creature costume for special prizes, and costume contest before race! Accuchip timing for 5K & mile Run. Awards: 5K Top 3 overall, top master, Top 3 in 5 year age groups. - 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19...65+. One Mile…

• 2012 Fit2Run 4 Miler

  Lynn Smythe

  18 Apr 2012 | 7:57 am

  Run a Local Race I just registered to participate in the 2012 Fit2Run 4 miler. The run is sponsored by Fit2Run, the running super store, and takes place at Okeeheelee Park in Greenacres, FL on Saturday, April 28. The park is right next to my apartment, so it's an easy 1/2 to 1 mile warm up run from my apartment to the race start. I'll be able to save a few cents on gas by walking/jogging to the race start instead of taking my mini van. I've done this race in the past and really like running in Okeeheelee Park. Race Details Date: Saturday, April 28, 2012 Start Time: 7:00 am (Time Zone:…

• Run Diva Trains for Nike Women's Marathon

  Lynn Smythe

  16 Apr 2012 | 12:39 pm

  Lynn Smythe Trains for Nike Women's Marathon Apr 16, 2012 Above: Lynn Smythe at the 2012 Disney Half Marathon ANOTHER TEAM IN TRAINING EVENT I'm at it again! I will be participating in the 2012 Nike Women's Marathon with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team in Training program. Nike is a 26.2 mile running event, whick takes place on October 14th in San Francisco, California. Nike will be my 9th event with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team in Training program. I have completed 5 century bike rides, a sprint triathlon, a Olympic triathlon and a half marathon since first…

• New Night Race at Disney World

  Lynn Smythe

  21 Dec 2011 | 10:12 am

  PRESS RELEASE If you’re a runner, Christmas is coming a little early for you thanks to our runDisney team, which thinks it’s found the perfect gift for you. Open it up by clicking on this video. Yep, we’re reviving the popular The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror theme and creating The Twilight Tower of Terror 10-Miler Weekend at Walt Disney World Resort in 2012. If you like to have a scary good time when you run, this race will be the perfect weekend much like The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 13K race we last staged at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2009. This new race, scheduled for…

• 10th Annual Butterfly Run

  Lynn Smythe

  14 Dec 2011 | 4:04 pm

  Run With the Butterflies Well, you're not actually running with the butterflies, but the Butterfly Run benefits the National Wildlife Federation. My husband and I both did this run back in 2010. I just signed up for the 10th Annual Butterfly Run which takes place on Sunday, February 5, 2012. If you sign up ahead of time, registration is only $25. If you wait until the day of the race to sign up, the fee goes up to $50. WHEN : Sunday, February 5, 2012 7:30 a.m. start WHERE : Sabal Pines Park5005 N.W. 39th Ave. Coconut Creek, FL 33063 [general map] [Yahoo! Map] ENTRY : Early Registration…

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  Predawn Runner

• Next Time, I’ll Start with ART

  Greg

  14 May 2012 | 6:39 pm

  After trying the self-treatment and physical therapy routes, I found far greater gains in my rehabilitation from Achilles tendinitis by going the active release technique (ART) route.

• How My Mother Shaped Me As a Runner

  Greg

  13 May 2012 | 12:17 am

  Photo Credit: Happy Mother’s Day by Flickr User Maureen Didde, used under a Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic license. Of all the influencers who shape your character, perhaps none is more important than your parents.  So this year, I’m going to offer a tribute to my parents, and share how the manner in which they [...]

• Running Builds Character – Patience

  Greg

  9 May 2012 | 7:31 pm

  Patience is a rare virtue in today's world, where society makes instant gratification so easy to achieve in so many areas of life. But it is still essential, and few activities help us build it better than running does.

• Physical Therapy Gone Wrong – A Case Study

  Greg

  6 May 2012 | 6:42 pm

  If you don't actively manage your work with a physical therapist to balance short-term and long-term approaches and make sure he or she is really understanding and treating the root cause of your injury issues, you may be wasting your time and money.

• What I Think About “What I Talk About When I Talk About Running”

  Greg

  2 May 2012 | 4:00 pm

  Fiction writer Haruki Murakami strays from his core to talk a bit about his running and what it means to his life in this somewhat sloppy but still easy to read work. It's not a training guide by any means, but rather a reminder of the positive central role that running can play in the chaotic life.

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• May 8, ed --frustrated runner

  7 May 2012 | 9:14 pm

  I achieved a PR last track season of 4:20. This season I can't seem to break 4:30. I feel like crap after my first 400 when I used to split 64 and feel

• May 5, Running 2 Miles - Tips for the Track

  5 May 2012 | 9:02 am

  The longest race in high school track involves running 2 miles. Some states have the 3200 meter run, or 3000, but they all are very close in distance.

• Apr 28, 1 mile 3x week

  27 Apr 2012 | 9:33 pm

  Hello: I am just starting to run. I am in fairly good shape; I'm a walker, and have done weights, and Zumba regularly. I am starting my running regimen

• Apr 28, Foot Problems

  27 Apr 2012 | 9:26 pm

  Years ago I was diagnosed with plantar fasciitis - I've never thought that was completely true but have never been able to truly look into it- I've also

• Apr 28, Performance PROBLEMS

  27 Apr 2012 | 9:21 pm

  Hi! My daughter is a sophomore in high school. She had a great freshman year in track and cross country. However, this year she is really struggling. Everyone

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• Gobi March (China) Ultra 2013

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• Llanelli Waterside Half Marathon 2013

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• The Ocean Floor Race 2013

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• Winter Gut Buster 2012

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  Marathon Training Blog

• Apr 22, Running and Meditation

  22 Apr 2012 | 6:59 am

  Running and meditation: a winning combination! Discover the benefits of combining running and meditation and become a better runner!

• Apr 15, Top 10 Running Tips that Every Runner Should Know

  15 Apr 2012 | 5:41 am

  In need for some great running tips? Discover my top 10 running tips to enhance performance and love of the sport.

• Apr 15, Hydration for Runners - Run to Your Best

  15 Apr 2012 | 4:59 am

  Proper hydration for runners is crucial. Discover everything about hydration before, during and after your runs and run better.

• Apr 8, Best Running Books

  8 Apr 2012 | 4:19 am

  Are you looking for the best running books? Discover my top 3 of running books in 8 categories that are available on the market today!

• Apr 8, Best How to Run Faster Books

  8 Apr 2012 | 4:02 am

  Are you looking for the best how to run faster books? Discover my top 3 of how to run faster books that are available on the market today!

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  Running in the Family

• Never, Ever Give Up

  Evhen

  9 May 2012 | 10:14 pm

  Arthur had given up. He was told he would never walk without assistance again. That was his reality, until he decided to change it. Has anyone in your family given up on running? Have you? Anyone who has given up needs to watch this video. And then start taking the first steps towards making a change. The only reality you have is the one you allow yourself to live. Your reality won’t change unless you decide to change it. What’s stopping you?

• Planning a Running Workout for the Whole Family

  Guest

  5 Mar 2012 | 8:46 pm

  The following is a guest post by Harold Hunt: In many families, everyone has a shared passion for running. The mom runs and the dad runs, the son runs and the daughter runs as well. If you come from such a running family, you probably understand that this shared passion is only natural and to be expected. But even if you and your family members are all avid runners, there’s a good chance that you rarely run together — and an even better chance that you’ve never done a workout with another family member. This is likely a result of differences in ability. Unlike other sports, where people…

• Make your kids safe runners (guest post)

  Evhen

  5 Jan 2012 | 7:57 pm

  The following is  a guest post from Harold Hunt: So you’ve turned your kids into dedicated runners? Congratulations! Being a runner is not only a great way to stay in shape, but it’s also a state of mind, a sense of responsibility, and an activity that your children can hopefully pursue for the rest of their lives. Running allows them to have goals, setbacks, and challenges. It is a sport that they can do anywhere in the world – and they can probably find people there to join them on their run as well. Running, in short, is an admirable passion. You should be proud that you’ve…

• Run for your lives!

  Evhen

  7 Aug 2011 | 10:24 am

  If you’re like most runners, you know how good running makes you feel and you probably wish that you could get more people to run so that they could experience it too. But, just like me, you probably have a ton of family members and friends that just don’t get it. “You run that far on purpose?” “I don’t want to punish my knees.” “I don’t see the point, unless someone is chasing you.” These are the comments I get from most of my extended family. I’m sure you’ve heard similar ones from yours. The last quote in particular is something that a cousin of mine would say. Now…

• The Real Cost of Taking the Easy Way (Guest Post)

  Evhen

  19 Jul 2011 | 9:45 pm

  The following is a guest post from Casey Scott. Sometimes it may seem too hard to start a fitness regimen. Perhaps you, or someone in your family, has let things slide for too long. You’re not sure how you got here, but you know you have to make a change — you just don’t know how. It seems too hard. You just can’t imagine running, or doing any other physical activity for that matter. There has to be an easier way, right? Wrong. You can do it. Just start slow and take it one step at a time. The Real Costs of Opting For The Easier way Liposuction may sound like an easy way to trim down,…

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  Strength Running

• Happy Birthday SR! Let’s celebrate with something weird…

  Jason

  14 May 2012 | 7:15 am

  Over two years ago, I started Strength Running. And today, I just want to thank you for coming along for the ride. I started SR because I thought I had a message that could help runners improve their training, their race times, and their outlook on running. After running 2:44 at the NYC Marathon, I [...]

• From ITBS to Marathon Glory: How Ryan Finally Got Healthy and PR’d by 46 Minutes

  Jason

  10 May 2012 | 10:00 am

  My favorite aspect of Strength Running is helping runners completely transform their lives. I love success stories because they’re great case studies on what others can do to improve so they can finally reach their goals of feeling healthy, energetic, and in better shape. Overweight? Here’s how to lose 80 pounds. Not running fast? Here’s how [...]

• The Power of Diet for Runners: How to Eat for Endurance and Lose Weight Effortlessly

  Jason

  7 May 2012 | 10:15 am

  This is what happens with a Wholefoods gift card. I go crazy like a kid in a candy shop – or like a food fanatic who can’t control his craving for healthy, delicious snacks. But I used to be a glutton. Being naturally skinny, I never had to worry about eating crappy food because I [...]

• “Mileage!” And other valuable lessons from April

  Jason

  2 May 2012 | 10:00 am

  Recently I asked a running friend of mine, “Quick, gut reaction answer: what is my potential in the marathon in the next three years?” He answered, “2:33, give or take.” Then came the qualifier. He added, “IF you do some real high volume training, you have the potential to run low 2:30′s.” It seems that [...]

• Are You Addicted to Running Porn?

  Jason

  27 Apr 2012 | 10:00 am

  Note: Today is the last day that Run Your BQ is open to new members. Don’t miss out – check out the full details here. *** Running porn: it’s addictive like Angry Birds. It’s those articles that promise… 7 Easy Ways to Run a Huge PR in Your Next Race With Speed Work, You Will [...]

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  TheRunningNinja.com - My Running Adventures, Thoughts and Rumblings

• Injured

  9 May 2012 | 8:53 am

  For the past two weeks I haven’t been running at all. I spent most of the time working with the gym’s Elliptical trainer and resistance training on my upper body. As a result, I think I gained some muscle weight…and some unnecessary weight as well due to lack of more challenging cardio exercise. If you’re going to ask me how I got injured, I got it 3 weeks ago when I used my long-run shoes (which I typically used for long steady runs) on a 21km – race mode. Definitely a newbie mistake and so all my training plans are put into back burner. I haven’t…

• Anson’s Fun in the Sun Run 2012

  8 May 2012 | 8:16 am

    If you fancy fiesta atmosphere this summer and run at the same this, this race is for you! Plus you also get a chance to win the following: You also get the chance to win the following: Macbook Air 11″ Mac Mini 1 iPad 16gb wifi 2 iPod Touch 8gb 1 iPod Touch 32gb 2 iPod Shuffle 4 iPod Nano 8gb 1 iPod Nano 16gb This will be organized by Run For Change headed by Atty. Eric Passion. I love this guy when he stated things he has done for some students in Mindanao to help them achieve their dreams. Please also check out the contest he cooked up for this race. ANSON’S FUN IN THE…

• Brooks Run Happy 2

  30 Apr 2012 | 8:51 pm

  The last time I heard a Brooks run was last year, the response was not that good and I hope Part 2 will be their redemption. More details will follow! No related posts.

• Race Against Raze

  18 Mar 2012 | 9:22 am

  I asked Blas this seemingly stupid question “Bro para san nga pla tong takbong ito?” He answered, “dude this race is for awareness of fire-prevention and safety”. I have to ask myself “do I really have to join this race to learn how not to be stupid when dealing with fire”? Flash-back several years ago. I almost burned our house down, and my entire family. I was 6 years old, we used to live in a shanty somewhere in Washington in Makati. I remember playing with candles, I’ve always been fascinated with them. Those were the days when brown-outs were a…

• The Birthday Post

  18 Mar 2012 | 8:46 am

  You reach that certain age when birthdays have ceased to be an issue. This is one day when everybody goes out of his way to be extra nice to you.  Once upon a time there were only a handful of people (like family, friends and colleagues)  who knows the exact date of your natal day.  But then, thanks to Facebook, your birthday will be as big as the number of friends you have approved and allowed to gain access to such delicate information. So today is my birthday and if anyone asks me how I decided to spend it, I will tell them that the day has been categorized into three specific…

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  No Meat Athlete

• Thrive Foods Direct Review

  matt@nomeatathlete.com (Matt Frazier and Ben Benulis)

  15 May 2012 | 1:13 pm

  Eggplant Chana Masala from Thrive Foods Direct (the official photo, not my own) On the heels of last week’s post about eating vegetarian while traveling, it seems an opportune time to publish a review of a service that makes it easy to do that very thing. During Brendan Brazier’s podcast appearance earlier this year, we talked briefly about Thrive Foods Direct, his new service that delivers healthy vegan meals (like those in Brendan’s book Thrive Foods) to your door, fully prepared and ready to heat and serve. I had the chance to try Thrive Foods Direct several weeks ago. My…

• 25+ Tips for Eating Vegetarian While Traveling (from the People Who Know Best)

  matt@nomeatathlete.com (Matt Frazier and Ben Benulis)

  8 May 2012 | 10:38 am

  How do you eat vegetarian or vegan while you’re traveling? And how do you do it healthily, especially if you’re an athlete? These are almost as common as the protein question, only they’re usually asked by newish vegetarians and vegans, rather than the veg-curious. And so I set out to write a post to answer the questions. But in the process, I started to understand that any one person’s approach to eating while traveling is unique to them, and might not work for everyone. What’s more, I haven’t traveled all that much. Last year I had the pleasure of…

• Stuck Running on a Treadmill? Make the Most of It with These 3 Workouts

  matt@nomeatathlete.com (Matt Frazier and Ben Benulis)

  4 May 2012 | 9:42 am

  The dreadmill. The hamster’s hell. The death belt. Geez. The way people talk about the treadmill, you’d think it was a medieval torture device. Mention a treadmill to a group of runners, and you’ll be met with a symphony of groans, accompanied by a list of why the treadmill sucks. Because, really – the treadmill effin’ sucks. You don’t go anywhere cool, commune with flora and fauna, or feel the sun on your face. Nope. You get on the belt, turn it on, and run (and run, and run…for what feels like forEVER). The treadmill, essentially, has no benefit to anyone who wants to…

• 3 Steps to Planning the Perfect Running Getaway to Re-energize Your Training

  matt@nomeatathlete.com (Matt Frazier and Ben Benulis)

  27 Apr 2012 | 9:43 am

  This is a guest post by Doug Hay of Rock Creek Runner. It happens to everyone. No matter how good your intentions are in the beginning, sometimes training becomes a real drag. In any prolonged training cycle, what was once one of the most exciting things you ever started can feel more like that new friend that wants to hang out … every … single … day. Sometimes you just need a break, and sometimes you just need a little reminder about why it is exactly that you still like that needy friend. This recently happened to me (not the friend part, the training slump part). After a…

• Veg-Curious? Don’t Be Fooled by These 7 Myths About a Vegetarian Diet

  matt@nomeatathlete.com (Matt Frazier and Ben Benulis)

  23 Apr 2012 | 11:05 am

  A lot of the emails that I get from readers begin this way: Hi Matt! Love your site. First I should tell you that I’m not a vegetarian… I can’t figure out why people need to get this off their chest right away … in the future, you can skip it! I actually think many, many readers of this site are non-vegetarians who lean towards eating mostly plants, so you’re far from alone. No shame in just being curious; we all started out that way. And so it occurred to me the other day when I was talking to someone who called himself “veg-curious” that I should…

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  Broken Hearted Runner

• Running is so Much More Than a Workout

  Jake Rosen

  9 May 2012 | 7:25 am

  I may not have been writing about running over the last couple of months, but I sure have been doing it. I’ve trained and raced, run on pavement, tracks, treadmills and trails, run in the morning and evening and even run in six different states. Life has been busy. Work has been taking up 70+ hours [...] Related posts:National Marathon: As ready as I’m going to be What motivates me to run? National Running Day!

• Charlotte Heart Walk Recap

  Jake Rosen

  23 Sep 2011 | 2:40 pm

  The Charlotte Heart Walk has come and gone. With the help of friends and family, I was able to raise just under $1,000. Collectively, the city of Charlotte raised $1,533,185 towards the fight against heart disease and stroke. Thousands of people walked the streets of Charlotte for a cause that is very important to me. [...] Related posts:Heart Walk 2011 Susan G. Komen Triad 2010 Running is so Much More Than a Workout

• Broken Hearted Runner is on Alltop!

  Jake Rosen

  23 Sep 2011 | 10:59 am

  Woohoo! My blog is now featured in the running category of Alltop.com. For those that don’t know, Alltop is a site that collects great resources, groups them into categories and makes their content highly searchable for all those people that are seeking out information on that topic. If I want to find a good blog [...] Related posts:A Runner is a Miser Best Running Blogs in the Blogosphere Inspirational Quotes from “Once a Runner”

• I need new running music

  Jake Rosen

  6 Sep 2011 | 3:40 pm

  This is an open request for any and all song suggestions. I need new music for my running mixes and would love to hear what everybody else runs to. I have music made before 2005 pretty well covered, so newer songs are encouraged. That said, if you have any hidden gems from long ago please let me [...] Related posts:My Favorite Running Song What motivates me to run? Picking new running shoes

• The Dreaded Three H’s of Running

  Jake Rosen

  31 Aug 2011 | 10:12 am

  Hills, Heat and Humidity. Those three obstacles have plagued runners for years. Let’s face it, all of us have succumb to at least one if not all of them at one point in our running lives. There are obviously other obstacles out there (i.e. injury and elevation) but these are the three I deal with on [...] Related posts:Running hurdles Post Earthquake Daylight savings encourages running

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  The Run Commuter

• TRC and Atlanta Streets Alive

  Josh

  12 May 2012 | 11:25 am

  Greetings runners and run commuters! On May 20th, the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition is holding an open streets event called Atlanta Streets Alive and we’ll be participating as an Activity Partner!  A 2-mile section of our city streets will be closed to vehicle traffic from 2pm – 6pm, allowing walkers, runners, cyclists and other foot traffic to utilize this space for whatever they can imagine. We imagined a marathon. Here’s how you can join us: All Runners TRC will have an info booth and board charting our progress somewhere near the halfway mark along the route.  If this…

• Happy birthday, The Run Commuter!

  Kyle

  10 May 2012 | 10:26 am

  A little-known, yet momentous for us, milestone came and went in April: our birthday, or anniversary, or, if you like, Annual Recognition of Official Launch! That it has taken me a month to write of it is not indicative of the level of celebratory bender on which we went, but how danged much we have had going on, including ultramarathons, bike tours, and Moving Day. Lots more excitement coming up from The Run Commuter, too, so keep reading. But first, something rather pleasant occurred on our Annual Recognition of Official Launch. Josh and I have crossed paths many times in the course of our…

• Graphic: Americans’ annual consumption

  Kyle

  20 Mar 2012 | 4:07 pm

  Here I mean “graphic” to mean both a visual representation of what our nation is ingesting, and the more colloquial sense of looking upon something that churns both one’s soul and stomach. I saw this image from Visual Economics, representing Americans’ average ages, heights and weights, and the things we eat. The graphic’s title, too, seems to have two meanings: the informational sense of what we are eating, and the critical questioning. GADZOOKS. A full-sized (some might say American-sized) image is available at their site, and well worth a look. For instance,…

• The Run Commuter News Roundup – March 12, 2012

  Josh

  12 Mar 2012 | 2:00 pm

  Six of the Best Commuter Backpacks From The Sun’s WOMAN section: HANG up your handbags – the only way to travel is with a sporty pack. Sun fitness expert Nicki Waterman says: “Check that it has adjustable sternum and shoulder straps so it fits securely and comfortably on your back without rubbing and moving around.” BEST FOR RUNNING TO WORK Mercury Hydration backpack. £49.95, workplay-bags.com Read more: http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/woman/4187779/The-six-best-commuter-backpacks.html Guard has Big Dreams BLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa – Security guard Thabiso…

• How to Arrive at Work Wrinkle- and Stain-Free

  stephaniedevlin

  10 Mar 2012 | 8:57 pm

  How do I keep my work clothes from getting wrinkled is a question I have been asked a lot regarding run commuting.  Each run commuter carries different items to and from work depending on their access to showers or enough storage at work (e.g., TRC posts: Josh & Kyle).  In this blog post, I’d like to share with readers my technique for making it to my work cubical without looking like I ran in. Each day, I carry my work clothes, heels, undergarments and, often, lunch to work in my backpack.  The solution to keeping my clothes wrinkle- and lunch-free is a combination of laundry…

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  Running Shoes News

• Q&A: How to Start Eco-Running

  Jeanette Kozlowski

  11 May 2012 | 10:56 am

  It’s no secret that a run around the block can be very rewarding for an individual. However, some are turning that “me” time into something more than just a therapeutic jog. It’s called eco-running, and according to Wikipedia, it is the variation of recreational running in which the participant collects litter on the surrounding path. Stop your run to pick up trash? This might sound like a good way to throw off your pace and keep you from making that next PR. But for Samuel Huber, running isn’t about personal goals. Known as the Eco-Runner, Huber has taken the…

• Review: Karrimor Pace Men’s Running Shoes

  Christian Radnedge

  4 May 2012 | 3:27 pm

  Gearing up in proper footwear is essential for someone who goes running quite often. It seems like every year now I’m going to the store to get myself a new pair of high performance running shoes, and every time I have selected a different style or brand. Because I run so much on hard terrain, I wear down the cushioning. I don’t want to suffer from dodgy knees when I get older, so it’s imperative to get the right support from my footwear. Recently I bought a pair of Karrimor Pace running shoes with gel cushioning. At just £30 ($50), they are on the lower end of the market. However,…

• Contest: Win New Balance Gear for Spring Training

  Jeanette Kozlowski

  27 Mar 2012 | 4:00 am

  Spring is a magical time that only occurs a few weeks out of the year. It’s when the world seems alive again—growing, sprouting, blooming right before our eyes. It’s easy to be swept up in that energy of revitalization. It inspires us to head straight for the door and run for miles upon miles letting the cool breeze and sweet smells encapsulate us every step of the way. But hold your horses. Some of us might not be fully prepared to leap into that five-mile run. That’s why we need your help. Take yourself back to those first few runs you ever did. There has to be one or…

• Kinvara 3: Saucony Improves Upper, Outsole

  Jeanette Kozlowski

  7 Mar 2012 | 2:33 pm

  In June 2010 the Kinvara hit the streets. Minimalist runners across the world laced up and haven’t looked back since. The first version of this barefoot-inspired shoe garnered the Best Debut award by Runner’s World. The magazine recommended the shoe to “efficient runners who want to ease barefoot-like training into their routine.” Two years and two iterations later? Not much has changed with the Saucony Progrid Kinvara, which many runners believe is a good thing. The Kinvara 3 maintains the same weight (7.7 oz) and drop (4mm) combination we first fell in love with.

• What Runners Do

  Jeanette Kozlowski

  17 Feb 2012 | 12:14 pm

  Is this really what runners do? Or what people think runners do? Maybe and maybe not. That’s the fun of the “What I Do” meme. It’s really just a matter of opinion. Feel free to share this with your friends with a link to RunningShoes.com.

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  RunnerDude's Blog

• Running Bad for You? Oh Pshaw!

  6 May 2012 | 9:43 am

  As a runner you hear it all the time when you tell non-runners about your passion. "Oh, isn't running bad for you? Or, "I'd run, but it's bad for your knees." More often than naught, these individuals are overweight and I find it ironic how it doesn't occur to them, that maybe the extra weight they are carrying is probably far worse for the knees than running?I think once the phrases "low impact" and "high impact" became integrated into our vocabulary, people jumped at the chance to use them as excuses for why not to do exercise, particularly running. "Running is 'high impact' so I'd better…

• 10 Steps to a Successful 10K

  2 May 2012 | 8:55 am

  Harder to find these days, but a fun distance to run, the 10K can be a great bridge between a 5K and a half marathon. The 10K is twice as long as a 5K, but in may respects it's a more enjoyable race. Instead of shifting immediately into 5th gear from the starter pistol, the 10K allows for a little more time to get in your groove.While the 10K pace may be a little toned down from the 5K, it's still moving at a pretty good clip and for twice the distance. Speed training is a component of 10K training, but endurance-training is really the key to a successful 10K. Working to maintain your speed…

• New Half Marathon!

  30 Mar 2012 | 11:42 am

  Looking to reward your hard training efforts with a race and a trip of a lifetime? Well, I've got just the race for you. One of my favorite running apparel companies, lululemon athletica, invites you to Yoga, Run, and Party at their inaugural half-marathon event–The Sea Wheeze Half Marathon in Vancouver, Canada on Saturday, August 11, 2012.The SeaWheeze aims to celebrate the beauty of lululemon’s hometown of Vancouver and bring communities together while combining three things the yoga-inspired athletic apparel company is passionate about: Yoga. Run. Party.The customized…

• Flex that Foot!

  29 Mar 2012 | 5:18 pm

  "They love me. They love me not. They love me. They love me not." That's the relationship many runners have with their feet and ankles. If you're a runner and if you're a runner getting in lots of miles, you're probably thinking you're a pretty healthy individual. You're probably right. Aerobically, you're fit as a fiddle. Muscular, tendon, ligament, and joint-wise "healthy" might be questionable, particularly in the feet and ankles.Running is great. Been doing it for over 25 years. Swimming is great too. So is Cycling. The only thing with these three sports is their linear nature. You're…

• Nine Reasons a Marathon Training Group is Good For You

  14 Mar 2012 | 8:12 am

  So now you know what to look for in a marathon training group program, but why do you need it? I've worked with many runners in group training. Some new to distance running and others seasoned long-time runners. The number one reason I hear for why both have chosen to join the group is accountability. The group holds thme accountable for being there each week for the group runs. When you know that you'll be missed, it's amazing how it can get you out of bed for that early weekend long run or get you there for the nighttime tempo run after a long day at work.Below are more…

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  Runblogger

• Should You Emulate the Running Form of Elites: Book Excerpt from Tread Lightly

  14 May 2012 | 1:20 pm

  I was originally planning to publish a few excerpts from my book, Tread Lightly: Form, Footwear, and the Quest for Injury-Free Running, prior to its June 1 release date. Well, the publisher moved faster than I expected, and the book is now in-stock at Amazon.com and should be on store shelves very soon (and yes, a Kindle edition is also in the works from what I have been told). Despite this, I’ve decided to move on with publishing a few excerpts, and below is the first. The text is a sidebar from a chapter on the running stride titled “Should You Attempt to Run Like the Elites?” It…

• The State of the Running Shoe Market: First Quarter 2012 Sales Analysis from Matt Powell of SportsOneSource, and March 2012 Data From Leisure Trends Group

  13 May 2012 | 12:54 pm

  Matt Powell of SportsOneSource sent out his quarterly update on running shoe sales last week (add him on LinkedIn if you’d like to receive his report, or follow him on Twitter). I asked Matt if I could share his data on running sales and he kindly obliged. His report indicates that the lightweight running category (shoes under 10oz in weight) continues to cannibalize traditional running shoe market share. Minimalist remains small, though if you include the Nike Free it makes up 12% of the market. It’s worth noting that these numbers are from Sporting Goods, Athletic Footwear, and…

• Thoughts on “Form” from 1908: Bliss Carman on the Development of Graceful and Efficient Motion

  12 May 2012 | 2:14 pm

  Bliss Carman (Photo credit: Wikipedia) “Animal motion is good through being instinctive and free, and our own motion can only become graceful when those qualities are ensured for it.” -Bliss Carman, The Making of Personality, 1908 In my previous post I shared several passages about "barefoot shoes" from a 1908 book titled The Making of Personality by Canadian poet Bliss Carman. I’ve been reading a bit more of the book, and in a chapter titled “Rhythms of Grace,” Carman once again writes about a topic that has been oft discussed amongst runners in recent years: form. Carman…

• 1908 Book Discusses the Ideal “Barefoot Shoe”

  10 May 2012 | 10:20 pm

  “…no material comfort can equal the luxury of a well fitting, broad-toed, flexible, heelless shoe. Of course, the secret is that a good barefoot shoe enables us to walk naturally and to find in simple natural exercises not only health, but sanity and happiness as well. If I were a fairy and asked to bestow one gift on the man and woman of the twentieth century I would give them each a pair of model shoes.” –Bliss Carman, 1908 Before I start this post, I’d just like to express how much I love this quote! The image of a shoe fairy just makes me happy. Ok, now on with it. One of the…

• Tread Lightly Book Excerpt Published on Natural Running Center Website

  10 May 2012 | 6:41 pm

  Quick post to alert you to an excerpt from my upcoming book Tread Lightly. My co-author, Bill Katovsky, just posted an excerpt he wrote on barefoot running in the early 1960’s on the Natural Running Center website. This excerpt comes from his two chapter sequence on the history of footwear and the rise of the recreational runner. You can read the excerpt here: http://naturalrunningcenter.com/2012/05/10/recreational-runner-excerpt-book-tread-lightly/

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  ELITETRACK Blogs

• Curve Running Revisited- Lateral forces and Reality

  carlfvalle@gmail.com

  16 May 2012 | 8:12 am

  I don't know if the research on lateral forces is going to create the "Adductor Assassin" or if the internet is going to create a side leg elevated lateral sled drag exercise but this is something to think about when dealing with running relays or the curve in the 200 and perhaps 400 events. The reality is Bolt and Blake are not doing special exercises to get their sub 19.5s. In fact, the resultant or pattern may look similar, but with higher rates of sampling we can see the unique fingerprint of sprinters. Horiztonal, vertical, and lateral forces are important, but the key is the speed they…

• Sleep War- Zeo, Somnus, Sleeprate

  carlfvalle@gmail.com

  16 May 2012 | 7:05 am

  Looks like the war for your sleep data is getting heated. Zeo, Somnus Shirt, and Sleeprate are all starting to get some momentum. Who will win. I noticed that Keith D'Amelio (Nike) was showing some data output of Sleeprate, and Zeo was at the Sloan Sports Analytics Conference. Somnus is new to the game with a shirt to be released this summer. Who will win. Bet on hardware, not the platform. Remember without getting the data first, nobody can talk about interventions and cool proprietary algorithms. A fourth company in South Africa as well as Sleeprate understand the need for HRV integration,…

• One Shot of Esprinto and hold the foam?

  carlfvalle@gmail.com

  15 May 2012 | 9:30 pm

  I get worried when I see too many exclamation points in research reviews on blogs. Thank goodness for the Poliquin Pendulum, as the debate on foam rollers is ironically more centered with his citing of the "Sacred Heart" study. I am a proponent of foam rolling after training because very little research I know shows that dynamic warm-ups decrease power or speed. Some people may stretch, I like to skip. Some like to roll, I like to run. Some like to activate, I prefer to potentiate. Taste or preference? Maybe. Results? Choose wisely. I think a few stretches and light treatment of a muscle may…

• Overcoming Adversity and Finishing Strong

  carlfvalle@gmail.com

  15 May 2012 | 7:17 am

  Before the start of the 2012 track and field season I knew it was not going to be like recent years. Our numbers to start the season were lower then normal and I had an entire new group of captains stepping into a leadership role. The good news was I knew we would be fairly talented. However, the most talented kids where also very squirrely. As predicted this season was one of my most difficult as a coach. Between my car getting hit by a bus while I was on my way to a funeral (no joke), individual suspensions, multiple DQs due to jewelry, or losing my best athlete to a family move a week…

• Dancing with the Devil- Developing Speed and Jumping Power

  carlfvalle@gmail.com

  14 May 2012 | 3:33 pm

  "Often many coaches reading research papers do not delineate properly between opinion based comment in the “introduction” and “discussion” sections (which could perhaps be more accurately titled “agenda” and “speculation” in many cases) and the meat of the study in the methods/results. It can be difficult to effectively analyse the quality and meaning of the methods/results without adequate background knowledge of general sport sciences and the specific topic (including related papers), and many do not even think to question and simply take the “expert opinion” of the…

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  Mother on the Run

• FitBit: A Week Later

  Nanny

  15 May 2012 | 12:28 pm

  So, I've been using FitBit for almost a week.  I've found the device very easy to use.  The interface is great if you are looking at one week or one month at a time.  The daily view is very difficult to interpret, but then again, we shouldn't be focused on hour to hour changes...the interface is great if you are watching your progress over weeks or months! The communication between MyFitnessPal and Fitbit could be quicker, but for the most part, it works.  I think the key is to use MyFitnessPal solely for recording calories.  Do not enter a goal or a food plan into…

• FitBit Ultra...initial thoughts

  Nanny

  9 May 2012 | 7:29 pm

  I just got this from amazon last night....I've always wanted to check these little things out, so I succumbed.  So far though, I'm intrigued! What came in the package?  The Fitbit Ultra, a "pager" style holder (not really needed), a synching/charging cable/base, and a soft wristband that holds the fitbit while you sleep.  There is absolutely no paper in the package...you are simply directed to go to Fitbit.  You then download the synching application and create an online account.  Simple. The application download took forever to install, so I just let it run when…

• No Tri for Me

  Nanny

  9 May 2012 | 1:17 pm

  So, I've decided not to do the tri this weekend.  Turns out our house will be in shambles with the remodel starting.  I'm truly excited for this, but they will be there late saturday and then starting right up again on Monday.  While I would love the experience of an introduction to a tri, which is exactly what Danskin offers, I need to be there for the kitchen remodel.  We've simply gone too long without anything, and I deserve it to be perfect and traveling out of town while this is occuring is simply not in my long-term best interest right now. But, even though I'm not…

• What, What You Say to Me!

  Nanny

  9 May 2012 | 10:08 am

  Today, I introduce a guest blogger. Bob Schwartz has authored the book "I Run, Therefore I Am – NUTS! which I know is a subject that we all can relate to!  He has a new book coming out this year, but until thats out, you can certainly enjoy his humor at his new blog called  Running Laughs.  He really does hope that more people than just his wife know that it exists, so check it out!  And now...onto Bob...and an excerpt from his new book below. ********************* One of the differences between running and many other sports is its individualistic nature. How…

• RRCA Certified Coach....Yeah Baby Yeah!

  Nanny

  8 May 2012 | 6:49 pm

  I can now proudly display this logo on my site!  As you may recall, I took the 2-day, 16-hour course back in March.  Later that month, I took the certification exam and scored well over 90%.  In April, I earned by First Aid certification.  And this month, I earned my in-class CPR certification.  Yep, thats right.  All requirements are now complete, with just a few days to spare. Looking back, I know that I earned this certification just for me.  I love learning facts and understanding concepts, and this is no different when it comes to running.  I have…

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• Why Does Running Make My Feet Sore?

  WalkJogRun

  14 May 2012 | 10:47 am

  Dr. Nace answers specific questions from runners on the blog once a month. If you have a question you'd like to ask Dr. Nace, click "ask the doctor" at the bottom of the page. I have been struggling with soreness to my feet. I have tried a variety of different running shoes, but I have still not found a pair that really makes much difference. Sometimes I can do 16 miles with very little trouble and other times I do 12 miles and I'm in a bit of pain for two or three days. I have seen a podiatrist who supplied me with inserts that lift my instep, but the problem seems to greater if the…

• The Community of The Half Fanatics & Marathon Maniacs

  WalkJogRun

  11 May 2012 | 12:06 pm

  This week I had the pleasure of interviewing with four members of the Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics. This organization consists a great group of people of all ages who simply love to run. The organization is internet based, and many members meet through Facebook or noticing another member at a race wearing a shirt. Heather Zeigler, Marathon Maniac #3086 and Half Fanatic #1343 Diane Miller, Half Fanatic #1842 Bob Miller, Marathon Maniac #3875 and Half Fanatic #506 Abbi Florence, Marathon Maniac #5102, and Half Fanatic #933 If you've never heard of the Marathon Maniacs of the Half…

• Chicago Walkers, Joggers, and Runners Needed for Video!

  WalkJogRun

  10 May 2012 | 1:34 pm

  We are casting walkers, joggers and runners to be part of our iPhone video ad. If you are in the Chicagoland area and would like to be a part of the video, we would love to have you join us on Thursday May 17th! We need walkers, joggers, and runners of all sizes, shapes, and ages. We ask that participants commit to four hours of filming, although you will likely be released earlier. This is not a paid opportunity, but all participants will get bagels, coffee, and the opportunity to be in the ad. Please send us a well-lit photo of your face, as well as the times you are available on the 17th…

• WalkJogRun Android App Stalling

  WalkJogRun

  9 May 2012 | 4:29 pm

  At this point it looks like we are not on track to reach our Kickstarter goal and create an Android app for WalkJogRun. We have 23 days left in the project and need to raise over $29,000. Unfortunately, we just do not have the funds at the moment to support the project on our own. We thought adding a pre-order option for only $3 (40% off) would help add more momentum, but it still looks like the project will not get funded. If you have already pledged to one of the rewards, you will not be charged if the project is not funded. However, there are still a few things we can do to try to get this…

• Getting to the Root

  WalkJogRun

  9 May 2012 | 10:38 am

  The Kitchen Vixen is our weekly recipe contributor. This week she offers a great vegetable recipe. This recipe can be used as a side, on top of salads, and much more! Sweet Roasted Root Vegetables with Walnuts & Beet Greens Who doesn't love baked apples or baked sweet potatoes? But who would've thought about baking them together? Well, I did, but only because I wanted to try something different other than the typical savory combination of herb laced roasted root vegetables such as potatoes, carrots and onions. For this recipe I decided to use sweet potatoes instead of fingerlings or red…

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  Runners Feed

• Turkey Sandwich with Sun-dried Tomato & Pesto

  Jennifer

  16 May 2012 | 10:36 am

  If you have leftover turkey from dinner, put it to good use by incorporating it into a delicious sandwich for lunch the next day. Basil and tomatoes are late summer wonders. Here you can have the flavors of summer packed into a delicious sandwich that’s available year-round. Tip: Whenever possible, choose fresh basil over the [...]

• Mutai Confirmed for Ottawa Race Weekend 10K

  Brett

  15 May 2012 | 6:39 pm

  The field of elite runners set for Ottawa Race Weekend’s 10K just got a whole lot deeper. Tamarack Homes Ottawa Race Weekend organizers announced that Kenya’s Geoffrey Mutai has been confirmed for the event. Mutai, who covered a marathon faster than anyone in history (2:03:02 – 2011 Boston Marathon) will toe the line in downtown [...]

• lululemon Cool Racerback Review

  Chantelle

  15 May 2012 | 12:04 am

  What can I say? I can’t get enough of this tank. It’s been one of those, “do you think people will notice I wore this three days this week?” kind of tanks. The Cool Racerback tank is lightweight and the soft luon fabric hugs your body and helps tighten up any ‘loose’ areas. One might [...]

• Live from the Middle of the Pack – Pace Bunnies…Not Just For Show!

  Olivier

  14 May 2012 | 5:52 am

  Back in January, Brandon Laan wrote an informative article about what exactly pace bunnies (or rabbits) are. You often see them on the track and on the road, pacing some of the world’s most elite running athletes to new meet/course records, Olympic qualification standards and in some cases, new world records. But luckily for the [...]

• Turkey Chilli

  Jennifer

  10 May 2012 | 11:13 am

  This chilli recipe is easy to prepare and is great for freezing.  Using turkey as an alternative to beef helps to reduce the fat and still gives a good flavour and texture.  The vegetables in this recipe give a boost of dietary fibre, vitamin A, C, folate and powerful antioxidants.  Also, the mixed beans contribute [...]

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• Starved Rock

  Simon Goodship

  3 May 2012 | 11:26 pm

  I'm not too proud of it but I admit that I have neglected this blog for well over a month now. I have had a calf injury and I haven't been running at all. Ironically, I think I did it doing weight exercises that were designed to strengthen me and avoid injury. I'm going to come clean and just admit that I have been depressed about not running. I am missing the endorphins and I am really frustrated about missing ideal spring running conditions. Work has been insane and although that's not a good thing, it has been a distraction for me. I have discovered that when I am injured, it's hard for me…

• RIP Caballo Blanco

  Simon Goodship

  5 Apr 2012 | 7:00 pm

  Just a note, not really a full post. I just spotted this news. I was shocked and wanted to react and give my respects. Micah True past away last Saturday. Rest in peace Caballo. If you haven't read Born to Run, Caballo was a former boxer who befriended the Tarahumara running tribe in the Sierra Madre's, Mexico. They named him "Caballo Blanco" (white horse). Caballo was 58 years old. He headed out for a run in New Mexico and never returned. There is something so poetic about that. I didn't know him but I imagine that he would have had a preference to leave this World on the…

• NBx Prism Short Sleeve Review

  Simon Goodship

  26 Mar 2012 | 10:45 pm

  As some of you know, I visited New Balance Lincoln Square in Chicago to meet Jeff Mach and some of his team. You can read the whole story here. It was a good time and I was genuinely impressed by their passion for the New Balance brand and for helping their customers find the right gear. When I was there, Jeff was kind enough to give me a shirt to "try-out" and I feel like I owe him a review. I have shared some opinions on shoes in past posts but this will be the first time I officially review something. I never guessed it would be apparel but here goes. The item Jeff gave me was the NBx…

• Loneliness of the long distance runner

  Simon Goodship

  20 Mar 2012 | 1:03 am

  “Running has always been a big thing in our family, especially running away from the police. It’s hard to understand. All I know is that you’ve got to run – run without knowing why, through fields and woods. And the winning post’s no end, even though barmy crowds might be cheering themselves daft. That’s what the loneliness of the long distance runner feels like." Colin running on a country road during the film intro. Loneliness of the long distance runner is a famous British film from 1962 that was well known to me but I had never actually watched. It is adapted from a book…

• Minimus Zeroes in Austin Texas

  Simon Goodship

  15 Mar 2012 | 11:25 pm

  It's been a while. I was out of town and when I got back, our internet was down. I had the good fortune of being sent to Austin to the SXSW Interactive conference. I was excited to see Austin and there was a great bunch of people from work there. The conference didn't stimulated me like I hoped it would and I don't really like clubby parties but it was worth going to get to know folks from our other offices and meet with a few old friends that used to work in Chicago. I was especially excited about doing some running in warmer weather. An Instagram of the Capital Building in Austin.An…

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  Running Playlist

• More Running Music For Your Running Playlist At 130 BPM

  Sam

  27 Apr 2012 | 8:44 am

  I’ve been ver busy lately, training hard for a big run, but I wanted to share some running music for your running playlist so that you have something to listen to while I’m “away”. I’ve been very disappointed with “The Voice” lately, I’m following “American Idol” and “The Voice” and there is a clear quality [...]

• New Running Music By Genre – Alternative Running Playlist

  Sam

  20 Feb 2012 | 9:07 am

  Today’s running music is all about alternative rock (or is it just plain “alternative”?). In this running playlist, I added some music that is a bit off the beaten path and tried to find some songs that are not always played on the radio on mainstream channels. I also included some free music (only on [...]

• Country Running Music For Your Running Playlist

  Sam

  30 Jan 2012 | 2:57 am

  This week, I’m posting some country running songs for your running playlist as part of my running playlist by genre series. As you may know if you’ve been following this site for a while, I’m a big fan of country music and it’s usually featured in my personal running playlists. In this week’s running playlist [...]

• Rock Running Music For Your Running Playlist

  Sam

  23 Jan 2012 | 2:49 am

  Over the next few weeks, I’m going to post running music for your running playlists by genre, and this week, I’m starting with rock! Rock is an easy pick for running playlists, most of rock music is energizing and upbeat so it’s great for a power boost during a run. I tried to keep this [...]

• A New Year, A New Running Playlist – 2011′s Top 10 Songs

  Sam

  12 Jan 2012 | 6:49 am

  The holidays are over and it’s time to get back into the cadence of the day to day with some new running playlists for the new year. I can’t believe the running playlist site is going into its third year, but here we are! The numbers are finally in, and these are the songs that [...]

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  Shut Up + Run

• Should We Push Kids to Run?

  16 May 2012 | 10:34 am

  I got a thought provoking question from a reader yesterday. I think it really hit home because it combines two things I am extremely passionate about – running and kids. Emma – age 8 The question speaks to the bigger issue of how much we should push our kids to do things, and how much we should let them evolve naturally into their own little people. Before I get too much into that, here’s the story: Stacy* has a daughter, Mia. Mia HATES to RUN. Mia is in 6th grade and doing cross country and track. She will whine and make excuses not to run. She has major anxiety before meets. She is…

• Do Runners Wear Out?

  15 May 2012 | 7:46 am

  If you read this blog, then you know I label myself as a “newer runner.” It is like reading a description for a house you might buy and seeing it has “newer carpet.” This just means that the carpet is not brand new, it has some wear and tear, but it can hardly be classified as old, decrepit and used up. It also does not have the history behind it like a seasoned carpet would. It has not gone through all of the highs and lows that life has to offer. Hence, that “newer” carpet, just like the “newer” runner, still has a thing to learn about the ways of the world. {And no, I have…

• Watering the Grass

  14 May 2012 | 10:08 am

  Happy Monday! I am off to Bikram yoga. I’ve been avoiding yoga lately because my PT tells me it is not good for my hamstring. All of those forward folds really pull on the ham hock, which is apparently not conducive to healing a tear. I have dearly missed yoga, however, so I will just alter my practice to avoid pulling or stretching the hamstring too much. Hot, sweaty crack yoga – here I come! On a different note -  sometimes I am astounded at the stuff that goes on that we don’t realize is going on. If you think too much about it, it will make you kind of edgy, even a bit sick. An…

• Ups and Downs of Mother’s Day (with video!)

  13 May 2012 | 3:31 pm

  I’m not going to lie, Mother’s Day started out crappy. I really wanted to run, and run I did. But, it was easily one of the WORST runs I’ve had in a long time. I am still not sure what happened. Over the course of seven miles I managed to: Have a sore back Have a sore foot Be more tired than I should have been Have to poop Have Ken guard while I hid in the trees The good news was that my actual injuries didn’t start hurting until mile six, and the pain was minimal. It was simply one of those runs where you are not  in the zone, everything hurts and it feels very, very long…

• Two More Reasons

  12 May 2012 | 3:21 pm

  If you’re not sick of me yet and want to read an interview with yours truly, click HERE to visit the Center for Podiatric Care and Sports Medicine’s Happy Feet Blog. You’ll learn the one secret I think all runners should know (and it isn’t carrying toilet paper or doing an enema before a big race). I heard one of my favorite quotes ever come out of my 11 year old’s mouth today. She had just finished a local 5K  -the Happy Smackah (Remember this one from last year? Our community raised money for Mr. Cribby, my son’s teacher who almost died and lost his arm to a deadly…

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  Adventures In Running

• Running On Adrenaline

  Hornet

  14 May 2012 | 5:49 am

  Today I would like to take you on a tour of the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 12 stability running shoe and make some comparisons to it’s sensational predecessors. While attending the expo the day before the Chicago Rock-N-Roll Half Marathon in 2010, I was one of the fortunate few to win a free pair of Brooks Adrenaline GTS 10′s.  Having been a supporter of Asics and New Balance, trying something new was not a concept I looked forward to embracing and my skepticism remained, even after slipping my feet into a pair.  Nevertheless, they were free and there was no harm in taking them out…

• “Drink Me” – A Wonderland Of Supplements

  Hornet

  8 May 2012 | 6:34 am

  Everyone is looking for an edge these days to get that boost in performance during a race or practice run. There are so many drinks, pills, shakes and powders it can be a very expensive process of trial and error. Today I would like to examine some of the supplements that I have used and work well for me.  For disclosure purposes I must inform you that NOBODY paid or gave me anything to mention these products and once again, I am NOT a doctor. D-Ribose is a supplement which contains a special carbohydrate that is used for energy production in the cells. This carbohydrate is what provides…

• Charities…Where does your race money go?

  Hornet

  30 Apr 2012 | 9:51 am

  Do any of us really pay attention to where your money ends up when we enter a race?  Water, timing systems, employees and awards are all part of the overhead when your local 5k is in the planning stages.  Also, many charities are beneficiaries of the race day revenue.  I have been looking into this issue for a while and have come up pleasantly surprised with, of course, a few exceptions.  The Seattle Marathon in 2007 donated 0% of the entry fees to charity while the bulk of the profit went to a few major companies who organized the race.  I don’t see any problem with this as…

• We Have A 415 – Cheese Pizza In Progress (I Am The Food Police)

  Hornet

  24 Apr 2012 | 9:52 am

  I am not a dietitian or a doctor.  I am simply the unappointed food police of our running group and my diet can be pretty strict when March training begins.  Over the course of time our group leader coined the term “The Dave Diet” and it has now evolved into a plan that works great for weight loss and spring training. Some of my friends have, albeit reluctantly, opted to take the plunge and are having great success.  One member in particular says the she has never felt this good. Changing your diet requires a change in your lifestyle and your way of thinking about food.

• Arrogance At 20mph (WARNING! This may be offensive to some readers)

  Hornet

  13 Apr 2012 | 7:59 am

  I am about to make a sweeping generalization, so please spare me your comments such as, “I’m not like that!” or “We have never done that.”  I realize there always exceptions to any rule.  The rule I speak of today goes like this………cyclists are self-absorbed, elitist snobs.  I am not the only one that thinks so.  Perform a Google search with “snobs” and “cyclist” and you will quickly understand that this is a widespread concept. They have a chip on their shoulder as they race by with their pointy heads and fancy…

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  Running on Ipsum

• I’m Calling it “Lazy May”

  andi

  14 May 2012 | 1:58 pm

  After the whirlwind of stress and travel and work that was April, I’m calling Lazy May. Not that I won’t be getting back to running regularly this week.  And not that I’m eschewing any of my domestic duties.  But I’m giving myself a break. Maybe I’ll do this every year. Right now, I just need a few nights on a secluded beach with no tantruming 3 year olds or messy 11 year olds.  No run planned for the morning unless I want to.  No grocery shopping or yard mowing or gardening nagging at me.  No parties or cookouts or sleepovers or birthdays or holidays that…

• Menu Planning 101

  andi

  12 May 2012 | 5:46 am

  Menu planning is something that takes a little bit of time and … well, it takes a lot of time. But it saves both time and money during the week, when we’re most rushed with homework and dance class and client meetings and trying to finish that one last thing. So on Sundays, I try my best to put together a menu for the week, select recipes and go shopping. I thought I’d share my process and my tools, since I think I’ve got a pretty awesome little method going.  I’m sure you’ve got your own process, but maybe some of my tools or tips can help you when…

• Running Thoughts: The Wedding Edition

  andi

  11 May 2012 | 7:22 am

  Also entitled: how to cop out on actual writing. Ok, that’s not true – but there are so many things I want to share!! First and foremost, the amazing Portia ran her first marathon last weekend.  I’ve been following her training in preparation for my own.  She writes really thorough and interesting weekly recaps of her training – and get this – she also struggles with Multiple Sclerosis.  If she can do it, I have no freakin’ excuse.  She’s inspiring and wry and funny.  Awesome job, lady. My best friend got married on Saturday.  There are a few…

• Playlist Thursday: Old School Punk Rock

  andi

  10 May 2012 | 10:02 am

  Last week was a whole lot of hectic what with the wedding and stuff, so I skipped out on writing completely.  I’m sure you missed me terribly, right?  Good thing Pavement Runner kept you going with his playlists! But I’m back, and ready to share my running playlist favorites … even though I’m on a total lazy spell and loving it since I have to start kicking up the runs I dunno, tomorrow, to get ready for marathon training. Officially, training starts July 2nd, but that first week’s long run is 8 miles and I’m probably only good for 4 or so after this past…

• World’s Best Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

  andi

  8 May 2012 | 8:30 am

  I’m making a pretty bold statement with this one, right? Now, I’m not generally a fan of oatmeal cookies – but most of that stems from my hatred of raisins.  I hate raisins.  The texture, the taste, blech.  Why mar perfectly good crumb with a chewy, tough raisin?  Blech. Throw some chocolate chips in the mix? That’s a cookie I can get on board with. I’ve been working on the perfect oatmeal batter, and of course insist on chocolate chips rather than raisins, and I think I found it in this recipe. The key to keeping these nice and chewy is to not overmix the…

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• Altra Adam Review

  14 May 2012 | 8:11 pm

  I've had a bumpy road to get a chance to review the Altra Adam's. My first pair of Altra Adam's got held hostage by UPS and would not be released. Thanks to Jeremy at Altra, I was able to get another pair to review.If you stop reading after this paragraph then all you need to know is that the Altra Adam's are on of the best Barefoot shoes one the market right now.When you first look at the Adam's they remind you of a pair of scandals with socks or they look alot like a pair of Vibram Five Fingers with the toes sown together. The Adam mimics the shape of the human foot very closely and is…

• Barefoot Lawyers

  11 May 2012 | 11:06 am

  I was reading an article on The Vancouver Sun about barefoot lawyers in India, the story isn't about lawyers running barefoot but about poor villagers that are trained as paralegals to help their fellow countrymen regain their farmland.The article is worth a read, here's a little preview below:It was a deal struck almost 40 years ago by a poor, illiterate Indian farmer, driven by desperation after a drought wiped out his crops and left his family close to starvation.The agreement: Four hectares of land, the size of four soccer fieldss, for a mere 10 kg of sorghum.“My father-in-law…

• Cris Carter says Vikings Used Bounty

  9 May 2012 | 11:35 am

  There's been a lot of talk recently about Bounties in the NFL, the saints got a lot of press recently when the story broke that they had rewards for injuring players.Cris Carter just admitted that he put bounties on other players, it was a regular thing in the NFL, but for a different reason. The audio is below.

• Nike Air Woven

  9 May 2012 | 5:30 am

  You can always count on Nike to come out with some cool shoes, and again they produce an eye dazzling pair of shoes.The Nike Air Woven Euro 2012 is ready to be launched. ( This is kind of a remix, as a version of this was launched in the past and failed.) The Nike Air Woven sole looks somewhat normal but the upper is far from normal, the upper is handwoven that gives it a cool textured look.The Nike Air Woven Euro 2012's are bright and colorful designed to celebrate the best soccer teams competing in this summers tournament.From what I can see the shoe is somewhat minimal but that was not…

• Night Out On The Town

  8 May 2012 | 8:00 am

  Recently at work I won a couple tickets to a comedy show that was held at our local casino here in Halifax.Around supper time we (idlehide)  headed downtown and went to a local pub on the waterfront that plays live jazz music, We had a coupon for buy 1 get 1 free type of thing. I ordered the Fish and Chips from the menu that focused heavily on seafood. I will eat fish and chips maybe once a year, and I always enjoy it, I just try to avoid all that grease.After the meal we headed over to the casino where the comedy show was held and we were a little early so we walked…

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  Runners Connect

• The Proper Technique for Running Uphill and Downhill

  John Davis

  16 May 2012 | 5:00 am

  Last week we looked at some of the science about running up and down hills. This week, we’ll be returning to the subject of hills but with a more biomechanically-oriented perspective. It’s important not only to know when and why you should train on uphills and downhills, but also how to go about running hills. A lot of runners just don’t run with proper form when they go uphill or downhill. What constitutes “good” hill running form is fairly easily to understand once we review a few very basic truths about running uphill and downhill. How to run uphill When running up a hill,…

• The Ideal Marathon Recovery Plan: Learning from Elite Runners

  Coach Nate

  15 May 2012 | 5:00 am

  One of the the things that has shocked me the most as a coach is how quickly the most runners want to jump back into hard training after a marathon. Whenever I look at a training schedule from a runner who is not an elite, the volumes and intensities are significantly reduced from anything that I would expect a professional to be doing (for obvious reasons). However, the one time I do see normal runners training much more than elites is when I talk to them about there recovery from the marathon. Year after year I talk to runners who tell me they are ‘ready to go’ on the Thursday…

• 6 Nutrition Tips for the Perfect Marathon Taper

  Abby Housefield

  14 May 2012 | 5:00 am

  After miles upon miles and hours upon hours, you have finally reached the tapering phase of your marathon training program. For some runners, this phase comes with relief; they find themselves with a little more time on their hands when they would normally be running. For others, due to the change in their schedules and eating habits, this phase is more stressful than running all the miles. The marathon taper requires an incredible amount of discipline; even though the physical challenges of the training program are over, the mental and emotional challenges are only starting to take hold.

• The Science of Hill Running and How It Impacts Your Race Times

  John Davis

  9 May 2012 | 5:00 am

  Unless you confine your competitions to the track, hills are a fact of life for every runner. Obviously, running up a hill takes more energy than running over flat ground, and running down a hill saves energy, but today we’re going to look at the specifics of hill running: the demands it places on your body, how to get better at it, and exactly how much a hill will slow you down or speed you up. Hopefully we’ll come up with a better understanding of what’s needed to successfully race on a hilly course and what to expect when encountering hills. Where does the extra energy to run up a…

• Base Training for Running a 5k or 10k

  Coach Nate

  8 May 2012 | 6:20 am

  Before you can get on the track and start hammering the anaerobic intervals and short races looking for PR’s, you need to build your fitness so you can get the most out of those lung searing intervals. This cycle of training I am about to outline demonstrates two opposite ends of the training spectrum: aerobic work in the form of long and short tempos and explosive muscular work in the form of sprinting and ballistic exercises, like bounding. By building these two areas during the base phase, I was able to do much better interval workouts during December and January, which lead to…

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  Running With My Demons

• Road Ride of Recovery

  Bix

  14 May 2012 | 2:54 pm

  Rest and Recovery have been the mandate as I recover from the calf injury I suffered on a training run just two weeks ago.I've been feeling well enough to get out to do something but I'm being very cautious not to further aggravate the injury that could sideline me for an extended period.I've been feeling that I could benefit from a road-bike ride as part of my recovery, knowing a ride would get me out without any of the dangers of running and the increased circulation would probably help with the healing process.So, instead of mapping out a trail run, I spent Friday evening preparing for my…

• Oh, the Places You'll Go!

  Bix

  9 May 2012 | 6:41 am

  ― Dr. Seuss, Oh, the Places You'll Go! I saw this quote on the back of a runner's jersey at The North Face Endurance Challenge and thought it was so appropriate to the Ultra/Trail Running experience. Dr Seuss has got some great quotes.

• The COYOTE BUSHIDO - the way of the trail runner

  Bix

  8 May 2012 | 6:48 am

  by CoachJimmyAn inspiring video with many lessons for runners of all abilities:The Coyote Bushido (the way of the trail runner) is something we collectively discovered over the process of years of trail running. The samurai have their "way of being" and trail runners have our own distinct way. This isn't a comprehensive list by any means, but a representative sample of some of the main bullet points of what it is to be a trail runner.

• A Chapter Comes to a Close

  Bix

  6 May 2012 | 5:15 pm

  My previous described my journey and how I injured myself prior to running the 50k The North Face Endurance Challenge at Bear Mountain.Before the injury my plan was to go to take Friday off from work and go to NYC to pickup my race packet so that I wouldn't have to deal with any of that on race day morning.Since the injury, my running has been dormant. I saw significant healing from Saturday to Wednesday and then only minor improvement over the following few days, leaving my skeptical about being able to complete a 50k (or any other distance for that matter).The Bear Mountain BridgeI decided…

• Stories from Team CLIF Bar: Scott Jurek

  Bix

  2 May 2012 | 11:03 am

  Nice video about Scott Jurek and a tribute to Micah True and his Copper Canyon Ultra

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• Shower Pill Athletic Body Wipe Review, Giveaway & Coupon Code

  Mile Posts By Dorothy Beal

  15 May 2012 | 10:52 am

  There is no shortage of wipes in our house so I questioned why I would even need to use Shower Pill wipes. How were they any different than regular baby wipes or even other body wipes I have tried? I first noticed when I pulled the wipe out of the box that the package was much thicker than other body wipes I’ve tried. When I opened the package this was confirmed. Rather than a thin baby wipe feel this was thick and felt like I could use it on my whole body with out it tearing in the middle. I often do not have time to shower in the morning between getting kid one off to school and…

• Encouraging/Discouraging: Running With A Stroller

  Mile Posts By Dorothy Beal

  15 May 2012 | 7:00 am

  I’m a bit discouraged right now when it comes to stroller running. The summer is around the corner and I know that soon every run will be with three little people in tow. Stroller Running………I love it and I hate it. I love to hate it and I hate to love it. It’s hard. VERY VERY hard. If you haven’t ever pushed a running stroller or 100+lbs of kids you don’t know what I am talking about and likely will never understand it. I am not being a baby. EVERY single stroller run is a huge accomplishment to me. It takes more motivation than I ever thought…

• Want To Win A Flight To The Olympics? I DO

  Mile Posts By Dorothy Beal

  14 May 2012 | 12:37 pm

  United Airlines is having an great sweepstakes right now – a chance to win a flight for 2 to the London Olympic Games. I don’t know about you but THIS GIRL is dying to go watch the marathon. 17 winners will get round trip airfare for 2 to London. 3 grand prize winners will get round trip airfare for 2 to London, accommodations, and tickets to the games! Click this link to enter — http://www.unitedwinatrip.com/?r=13FDBC My bag is packed……   Disclaimer: I have ZERO affiliation with United Airlines – I just want to go to the Olympics!

• GNC Lean Shake Review

  Mile Posts By Dorothy Beal

  14 May 2012 | 11:41 am

  As a busy mom of three I sometimes find that eating a healthy breakfast is hard to do. On days I don’t have to rush somewhere I make myself some egg whites and gluten free toast, or peanut butter and honey drizzled over gluten free toast – but on the mornings that I need to rush somewhere it’s VERY tempting to grab a Starbucks Blueberry Scone. While I love the scones my body does not love the 22 grams of fat and 17 grams of sugar [stats from Starbucks in store nutrition pamphlet]. I decided to give GNC’s Lean Shake a try even though I was sceptical that a meal…

• Tututorial: Braided Wrap Friendship Bracelets

  Mile Posts By Dorothy Beal

  14 May 2012 | 8:07 am

  One of the many things I really enjoy doing is “making stuff” As a young girl [age 10] I started making my own clothes for school. When I had nothing I wanted to wear the next day I would whip up a skirt. Didn’t have jewelry that went with it? I would either make something new or take apart old pieces and make something else. I still have this yearning as an adult to make stuff but have much less time to be crafty than I did as a child. Friendship bracelets are back in style and I couldn’t be happier that an old favorite is back! I’m a big fan of wearing WAY too…