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Struggling with motivation?
Motivation is tough. Know how I know? On Friday, I sent out an email asking for people’s #1 struggle and while I got a lot of great responses… The most… Read More »Struggling with motivation?
If I could snap my fingers and solve ONE problem for you…
I’d like to ask you something and I hope you’re willing to share. I believe one of my strengths as a coach is helping someone find a “next step” on their… Read More »If I could snap my fingers and solve ONE problem for you…
The Details (Should) Matter
The other day I was walking through the climbing gym and saw someone who looked like they were doing a lat prayer stretch. If you aren’t sure what that is… Read More »The Details (Should) Matter
Note to self…
(the most important post I’ve written in months) Before I write this, I want to be clear. This is something I need to write for myself. I know a few… Read More »Note to self…
Should I be taking creatine?
“Should I be taking creatine?” I hear that question almost every week. Somebody read something somewhere about how creatine is good for you and they want to know whether or… Read More »Should I be taking creatine?
Is your body speaking the same language?
You know when someone who’s clearly pissed off tells you they’re “fine”? That was my body for most of my 20s. It loved to give me the silent treatment and… Read More »Is your body speaking the same language?
Why Filming Yourself Training Is Helpful
When I was working as a ski lift mechanic, there was this old guy named Steiny. He was an incredible mechanic and a wealth of knowledge. He was also an… Read More »Why Filming Yourself Training Is Helpful
The Thing Everyone Forgets About Professional Athletes
Know where we get a lot of training advice? Professional athletes. Which makes sense. Becky from the block probably isn’t going to care about the obsessive little details that make… Read More »The Thing Everyone Forgets About Professional Athletes
How long will it take to get ready for a [enter goal]?
“How long will it take to get ready for a 100-miler?” Someone asked me that just last week – but I have a version of that conversation almost every day. “Hey, Will. I… Read More »How long will it take to get ready for a [enter goal]?
Choose the Least Hateful Option
You ever get split fingers? Every winter, I get those little cracks in my fingers that hurt and make it hard to hold stuff. I have one on my right… Read More »Choose the Least Hateful Option
Is your strength training “functional”?
Ever heard of “functional” training? I realize this term has been around for a couple of decades, yet unlike so many fitness trends, this one seems to be holding strong.… Read More »Is your strength training “functional”?
Should you be lifting heavier weights?
Do you ever wonder whether you should be lifting heavier weights? If so, you’re in good company. It’s a conversation I have with a lot of the people I coach.… Read More »Should you be lifting heavier weights?
Your Training Method Should Fit Your Lifestyle
“I know what I should be doing… I’m just not doing it.” “I don’t know why I can’t figure this out…” “I want to be a better runner, but I… Read More »Your Training Method Should Fit Your Lifestyle
Don’t Panic About Holiday Training
This time of year can bring a lot of stress for a lot of people. Between the family obligations and the travel and the forced capitalism and the continual lack… Read More »Don’t Panic About Holiday Training
“I know I should be stretching more…”
A lot of runners first reach out to me when they’re injured. Could be a new injury. Could be an old injury. But a lot of people first contact me… Read More »“I know I should be stretching more…”