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Running & Training Well
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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…”
The Easy Button for Training
You’re probably overcomplicating your training. Why do I say that? Because most people do. Most people spend too much time thinking about training and scrolling through videos about various methods…… Read More »The Easy Button for Training
The Work You’re Avoiding
The performance you want is likely on the other side of whatever work you tend to avoid. Now, before I say anything else, let me say these emails are often… Read More »The Work You’re Avoiding
One Thing Everyone Overlooks In Training
Want to know something a lot of people overlook when it comes to making progress? And no – it’s not some magic secret… Because in spite of what a lot… Read More »One Thing Everyone Overlooks In Training
Why You Need to Eat More to Run Better
If you eat more, you might run better. Here’s why it matters to me and why it should matter to you too. **Fair Warning – Profanity.** It’s taken me a… Read More »Why You Need to Eat More to Run Better
5 Signs You Need to Hydrate Better
Many athletes would run a lot farther and faster if they would just hydrate better – and they’d probably have a lot more fun too. To be clear, I didn’t… Read More »5 Signs You Need to Hydrate Better
How to Get Faster with Intervals
*** FAIR WARNING: Long NERD post ahead… *** If you want to get faster, intervals are essential. Intervals – sessions of faster, harder efforts interspersed with slower, easier efforts –… Read More »How to Get Faster with Intervals
How to Avoid Shin Splints with Strength Training
If you’ve ever experienced shin splints, you know they’re… frustratingly painful. It’s not like you’re going to die – but you certainly can’t run very well when they’re happening. Now,… Read More »How to Avoid Shin Splints with Strength Training
5 Training Tips to Run Downhill Better
As I write this, I’m staring at Snowbird – the location of the Speedgoat 50k. For those who don’t know, it’s an insane race with 12,000 feet of climbing. Karl… Read More »5 Training Tips to Run Downhill Better
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