The spring edition of Race Pace Training Diaries follows Jackie, a Race Pace Runner, on her journey of acheiving a big half marathon PR this spring. Learn more about Jackie and her goals here. Before starting this 12-week training plan with Jess, I thought I was in pretty good shape. I was running 3-5 miles, 2-3 times per week. I wasn’t worried about my pace or tracking my mile splits with my … [Read more...] about Race Pace Training Diaries: The 1st 2 Weeks
Fear of Running Slow (FORS) & Why Letting Go of This Fear Will Make You a Better Runner
I'm guilty. You're guilty. We're all guilty. And we need to stop! Take off the garmin, forget about your pace and go for an easy paced run. And by easy I mean easy! I'm not talking about a slow run after a hard race or a recovery run. I'm talking about incorporating slow runs as a part of your regular training plan. There's something hardwired in our brains that gives us a fear of … [Read more...] about Fear of Running Slow (FORS) & Why Letting Go of This Fear Will Make You a Better Runner
Spring Marathon Training: Treadmills & Rest Days
Race Pace Runner Gregg won't let me forget the first time we met in-person and I boldly stated that winter was the best season for training. I assume in that conversation, I also gushed about the quietness of Central Park and how once you figure out how to dress, it's the best season to run through. I jinxed us all. The thing about running, that non-runners don't see is there are adventures … [Read more...] about Spring Marathon Training: Treadmills & Rest Days
Race Pace Training Diaries: Meet Jackie
Hello, fellow Race Pace Runners! My name is Jackie, and I’ve been friends with Jess since fall of 2007, thanks to our shared love of all things running, cycling, and New York City. I’m so happy to have her as my coach while I train for the Nike Women’s Half Marathon DC this spring. I’ve been a runner for as long as I can remember, but I took a break from serious racing a few years ago … [Read more...] about Race Pace Training Diaries: Meet Jackie
4 Things Every Runner Should Be Doing This Winter
1. Dynamic Warm-up: Preparing your body to do work (in this case to run) will allow you to get more from your workout and feel less fatigued. If you don't normally do a dynamic warm-up before your run there's no better time than now when it's below freezing outside to start. Don't know what to do for a dynamic warm-up? Try this: 2. Strides: Do these to work on foot turnover, help with form … [Read more...] about 4 Things Every Runner Should Be Doing This Winter
Spring Marathon Training: Choosing a Goal Race
I use to think I enjoyed shorter marathon training cycles, but I've learned I really enjoy having ample time to prepare. It gives me peace of mind. This way I have plenty of time to make up a missed run due to illness, snow, or lame excuses. Since finding out I am going to run the LA Marathon, I've felt like I'm behind. I thought LA would be my goal race, but the idea of having to play … [Read more...] about Spring Marathon Training: Choosing a Goal Race