During all of your strength workouts this week, try adding in a set of single leg lateral jumps. The set can be done for a specific amount of time or for a number of reps. Why Running is series of single leg jumps done over and over again until you complete your run. As a runner, you want to train in a way that makes you a stronger runner, not just for general fitness. Because of this, jumping … [Read more...] about Add Single Leg Lateral Jumps to Your Workout
#RunIntoShape Challenge with Shape Magazine
I'm so excited to finally be able to share the big project I worked on this past February! I've partnered with Shape Magazine for the Run Into Shape Challenge! Together we created a 30-day training plan that will take your running skills to the next level. No detail was left out. It's the same type of program every #RacePaceRunner I personally coach receives. I devised an … [Read more...] about #RunIntoShape Challenge with Shape Magazine
TomTom Spark Cardio + Music GPS Fitness Watch Review
*This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of TomTom. The TomTom Spark GPS watch is the fourth GPS watch I've worn consistently. It is loaded with features and will have you running to a new beat. Music on your wrist - Holds up to 500 songs Built-in heart rate monitor Activity tracking (aka counts your daily steps) Sleep tracking GPS tracking Wireless syncing to the … [Read more...] about TomTom Spark Cardio + Music GPS Fitness Watch Review
Track Etiquette 101
Running on a track has a lot of great benefits. For many runners that have never run on a track, it can be a daunting first time experience. Here are some guidelines to know before you hit the track for your speed workouts this spring. Lane Selection The inner most track lane is 400 meters (quarter mile) in distance. Therefore when performing track workouts that pertain to a set distance, … [Read more...] about Track Etiquette 101
Improve Your Running Form With This Little Reminder
Little tweaks made over time can add up to big changes that improve our running economy. This specific running form fix is something that you might actually be doing during your non-running moments, like sitting at your desk or doing other daily tasks. This isn't something you often hear mentioned when talking about running form. However, because it can creep into your day to day life, it's … [Read more...] about Improve Your Running Form With This Little Reminder
First Run Look: Under Armour SpeedForm Gemini 2 Record-Equipped Running Shoe
For as long as I've been running, I have wished for a shoe that could track its own mileage. At long last, that dream has come true with Under Armour's SpeedForm Gemini 2 Record- Equipped running shoe. With a retail price of $149.99 this shoe will store data from your run and download the stats from your run via bluetooth to the mapmyrun app on android or apple devices. The shoe automatically … [Read more...] about First Run Look: Under Armour SpeedForm Gemini 2 Record-Equipped Running Shoe