I have to confess, I once was a seasonal runner. Yep, that's right. I avoided running outside from December through April. Let me tell you how completely miserable I was back then during those months of the year. I'm the type of person who thrives in spending time outdoors and because I didn't know how to dress myself for winter running, I simply just didn't run in the winter. Silly, … [Read more...] about The Best Gear for Winter Running
10 Things To Write in Your Training Log
A training log is one of the easiest tools you can use to become a better runner. If you wear a GPS watch or use a running app during your workouts, you most likely already have an online log of your running routes, paces and distances. This is a great way to start tracking your progress. However, you can get more out of these training logs by taking the time to add a few notes. I’d even suggest … [Read more...] about 10 Things To Write in Your Training Log
How To Set Challenging and Achievable Goals
Setting new running goals should be easy, right? But, it's not that simple. I've found there are two types of runners. Those who play it safe and those who aim for the fences. It's okay to play it safe if that's how you really want to live your life, but I'm guessing you really don't want to play it safe, do you? I know deep down you really want to take a chance and push your … [Read more...] about How To Set Challenging and Achievable Goals
How to Write Your Own Training Plan
There are hundreds of training plans available in books and on the internet, yet it can still be difficult to find one that is your perfect match. The plans you’ve found might have too many days of running, too much mileage or don’t include cross-training days. Since you’re an educated runner who knows what you need out of a training plan but can’t find one that works for you, you can … [Read more...] about How to Write Your Own Training Plan
The Truth About Skipping Workouts & Holiday Indulgence
Can we chat about food guilt for a minute? Am I the only one who is annoyed by the constant clamor surrounding the holidays and weight gain? The truth is, as a runner and health-conscious person, my weight matters to me year-round. I’m not obsessed with my weight the way I was in my youth, but I do know that I feel my best and run my best when my weight is where it should be and I’m not … [Read more...] about The Truth About Skipping Workouts & Holiday Indulgence
Philadelphia Marathon: The Miles Change You
Two weeks ago, I ran my 10th and slowest marathon to date. I had a new running partner and friend by my side for the entire 20 weeks of training. Things didn't go as well as either of us would have liked but, we stayed focused. My goal going into this training cycle was to get close to my marathon personal record (PR) time or better yet, set a new PR. I ran easy. I ran fast. I ran … [Read more...] about Philadelphia Marathon: The Miles Change You