It’s the day before the big United Airlines NYC Half Marathon 2017! I’m so excited and eager to participate in my first ever marathon! The past 2 months have training have gone better than I expected. As with any training regimen, there were setbacks that presented themselves, but, overall, I am more than happy with how my training went.
So as this past week unfolded, what did I focus on with my training?
After a great start to my training, I expected a little pushback to my running training in week 2 last week, but it didn’t come from where I expected it to. I actually started out with a great 2.5 mile walk/run to start out the week, but then it hit me…
If you’re one of the runners that happens to be feeling perfectly fine and are just itching for the race to come on Sunday, here’s a few last minute tips that you may have forgotten about. Some are quite obvious, but the excitement of the race just might have you forgetting a few things here and there
Running in the heat can really throw your body for a loop if you don’t stay properly hydrated. The common medical consensus is that running in the heat is much harder because your body is now using most of its energy to keep your body and skin cool.
Here are some hydration tips that I give all my outdoor runners
One of the most important ways to prevent running injuries is to stick to a good stretching program before and after a run. Having a few reliable stretches that you perform regularly can help you both warm up and cool down your muscles, allowing for a smoother recovery process. Here I’ll give a few tips on 3 stretches that I regularly recommend for my running clients.
Walking into the store to shop for a new pair of running shoes can be downright intimidating. For each individual brand, there are scores of colors, shapes, and models to cover the entire spectrum of runners, from the beginner to the professional. As a person buying their first pair of serious running shoes, the task can seem monumental. What are the differences between the models and which would be good for my specific feet? Here are a few tips to get you pointed in the right direction.
