Some Like it Hot
The dog days of summer are officially here, and getting out the door for a run on hot days takes some serious motivation, along with some advanced preparation. With the right ...
Coach’s Corner
Stay Geared Up for the Outdoors
Summer is heating up and so are the product offerings in the world of running and outdoor sports! Check out some of the products people can’t stop talking about: GARMIN ...
Running Your Fastest 5K
The days are getting longer, temperatures are on the rise, and the summer 5K season is just around the corner. For many, after parties (read: libations) and an emphasis on ...
Dynamic or Static Warmups?
Tell me if this sounds familiar: You wake up really early, find a granola bar. and demolish it. You step outside, twist your torso back and forth a few times, push against a ...
Spring Shoe Review
New Balance 880v7 Price $125 The New Balance 880v7 is designed to cushion you for the long haul. One of the most exciting updates for Spring 2017, it features a breathable ...
Lift Weights to Run FASTER
When you think of a distance runner, odds are big muscles and bench presses don’t come to mind. Weight training has had a cloudy stigma in the distance running community ...
Head for the Hills!
The hill next to the Visitors’ Center at Shelby Farms is a popular place in the morning. I was doing repeats running up and down, while others were relaxing in the grass. I ...
For the Love of Yoga
Mention yoga to a group of runners, and they’ll likely respond with some degree of fear and disdain. If you can get past that fear and find yourself in your first down-dog, ...
LAYER UP: Tips For Being a Winter Warrior
A friend of mine says, “There is no bad weather, just bad gear.” Bad weather can be a matter of opinion, but the proper gear can make it possible to run even on the ...
A Runner’s Success
Steve Prefontaine said, “Success isn’t how far you got, but the distance you traveled from where you started.” Some may read this statement from one of the most ...
