Intro to Running Groups for Introverts Back in May I decided to join a running group! Actually, fall of 2020 I was invited to a running group and added to their facebook group. Since then I have basically facebook stalked the group but never went for a run. It took me 1 1/2 years to…
Best Muscles to Strengthen to Run Better We all want to be as strong and fast as we can be as runners. We want to build the ultimate running machine in our body and I’m here to tell you what the most important muscles for runners are. While having a well-balanced body will give you…
Why do runners need to strengthen the posterior chain? One thing that is often overlooked by runner is working to strengthen the posterior chain to become a better runner. The posterior chain muscles are located in the back of your body and include your hamstrings, glutes, back, and calves. These muscles play a vital role…
Must Do Single Leg Exercises for Faster Running Do you want to run faster? Of course you do! Who doesn’t? In this blog post, we will discuss some of the best single leg exercises that you can do to improve your running speed, endurance, and prevent injury. These exercises are simple but effective, and they…
Cross-training for Runners: How to Prevent Injuries Running is a great way to stay in shape, but it can also be hard on the body if not done correctly. One of the best ways to prevent running-related injuries is to cross-train or engage in multiple forms of exercise that work different parts of the body….
Why Rowing Prevents Running Injuries My Christmas present this year was a Concept 2 rower. I can honestly say that I’m in love with it. My main motivation to get it was for my Street Parking workouts so I didn’t have to run upstairs and then outside to do the runs. But now? Now, I’m…
How to Run for Beginners without Getting Hurt If you are like me, you have probably tried to start running multiple times. You can read about my journey to running here to get the deets. Yes, I’m that person that will say things like deets and da bomb to embarrass my son someday. Many of…
Meet your Goals with New Running Habits New year’s resolutions. They are always buzzing around like flies this time of year. I’m not big on resolutions that fizzle out. Most years (even though I usually don’t set resolutions) I do something a bit different. I set small or even big goals for the year and…
Most of us have a goal of running faster. But what to do? Sprints vs hills vs…?? Let me teach you How to Run Faster with Improving Cadence!
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How You Can Run in the Humidity this Summer Most places in the United States rank with humidity throughout the year. With the exception of Alaska that has the highest humidity amount but the lowest average dew point (we’re going to focus more on dew point since that is actually what affects us the most….
Running is great and injuries suck, but how do we prevent injuries when we just don’t feel like we have the time to do anything but run? I have a lot to say on this concept but that is for another time. Today is all about the best exercises for runners to keep you injury…
My husband thinks I’m crazy. Well, this is nothing new and he thinks I’m crazy for a lot of reasons but loves me for it. Specifically this time he thinks I’m crazy because of what time my alarm is set for. See, I love running and working out in the morning. I get asked all…
