While many running articles focus on footwear, training programs and nutrition, an important subject matter is often left out – breathing. Contrary to popular belief, effective breathing can have a large impact on one’s performance. Why? Your muscles require oxygen to work efficiently. Fast, shallow breathing results in diminished oxygen supply to the muscles. Therefore, focus on inhaling for … [Read more...] about Become a Better Runner By Focusing on Your Breath
Race Recap: 2016 NYRR Gridiron Classic
Hands down one of the most important things I do in training is run races. The key word here is run. I don't race them. It allows me to practice executing different race strategies while running with a crowd of runners. I'm lucky that I live in a place where races are affordable races are held frequently and are only a mile or two away from my front door. I've talked a bit about my goals for … [Read more...] about Race Recap: 2016 NYRR Gridiron Classic
Lithe Method with New Balance Women
It's been quite awhile since I've done anything other than spin, run or lift weights. When training for a race, it's good to be focused on doing the workouts that will lead you towards your goals. There shouldn't be any randomness in training. Each training session should have a distinct purpose that will lead you towards your running specific goal. Now that my specific running goal is to PR in … [Read more...] about Lithe Method with New Balance Women
Comfortable
Hey, hey! It's been quite awhile since I've blogged here. Between writing weekly Race Pace Run Club assignments and blogging for Women's Running, I've felt like I didn't have the energy to come up with content for this space. I'm not sure how often I'll drop in, but I'm back for today. I've been thinking a lot about turning 40, what that means and how I feel about it, but this week the word … [Read more...] about Comfortable
Running Route: NYC Holiday Lights Run
A few years ago when Rick and I moved to the Upper East Side we started the tradition of running to see the Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Plaza on Christmas morning. There's no doubt in my mind that NYC is one of the most festive places to live during the holiday season. Dodging the holiday crowds can actually be part of the fun and most definitely offers up a good opportunity to practice … [Read more...] about Running Route: NYC Holiday Lights Run
How to Properly Care For a Blister To Avoid Infection
After getting cellulitis in both ankles, I will forever take blister care more seriously. Part of the reason I ended up with this infection is because I skipped the simple step of cleaning my wounds before putting a bandage on it. To people in the medical field or those who are just more diligent than I, not cleaning a wound seems ridiculous. However, how many times have I had a blister, cut, … [Read more...] about How to Properly Care For a Blister To Avoid Infection