Should I take a gel every couple miles? Should I grab the orange slices on the course? What if I get hungry? What’s a shotblock? Nutrition when running is often an after thought, and yet it makes a complete night/day difference in your long runs. I’ve had clients that had attempted a marathon multiple times, […]
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Over the years, I’ve had my fair share of running-related injuries. It’s inevitable. It will happen. It builds character and I believe it’s also a reminder that you’re accomplishing something most people don’t and can’t do!!! I’ve had endless injuries over the years, and yet only one friend of mine can relate, because she’s also
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You TECHNICALLY only need running shoes and good socks to run a marathon. However, to avoid injuries, avoid soreness, and avoid overall tears…the following list can be extremely important to help you recovery from your daily runs so that you can conquer that finish line on race day!! As someone who’s had every running
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I have tried every headphone under the sun for my runs. I love listening to music while running. Music puts me in the zone and makes me run faster (or so I feel). I just put on my favorite running songs (post to come soon) and the distraction makes me forget I’m even running! Over
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I figure if you’re going to spend 5-9 months training, you might as well run a marathon that has all the “extra” perks that make it so much fun!! My list of top 5 “major” marathons to race in the USA are below! 1.) New York City Marathon The NYC Marathon is my all time
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Proper recovery after your runs is extremely important. I can’t stress this enough. You are on a runner’s high, pushing through the pain, and finish with muscles that are sore and tight. You may not realize it in the moment, but they need to be repaired. The steps below will help you with proper recovery
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Over the years, I created many different documents I could leave at my desk or on my fridge to track my 5k, 10k, half, and full marathon training. Feel free to download my favorite one below for free! I print it and put it at my desk to track my mileage and pacing each day.
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OK, so let’s talk about what you need (or need to think about) in order to get started with training for a marathon. One of the best parts about running is that you don’t need much to get started! Set yourself up for success from the beginning by getting these things in place so
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Everyone remembers their first marathon like it was yesterday. That’s because a marathon is so much more than just a race…it’s a journey. A journey filled with blood, sweat, tears, and prayers…a journey that will challenge you to heights you never though possible…a journey that will change you on the inside…and a story you will
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