A single picture can be more powerful than thousands of words. These photos are inspiring for me to race and explore more than my little corner of the world. Today, I hope you’ll be similarly inspired. Good Morning Japan by Pavel Ahmed Hazy Morning by Per Ola Wiberg Sun Rise by Umair Mohsin Seawall Run by [...]
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I received a concerning email yesterday from a runner who was suffering a knee injury. “Caitlin” told me: “I’ve had several different coaches and running workshops. You need more cushiony shoes. You need less cushiony shoes. Go heel-toe. Go midfoot. Lean forward. Don’t lean forward. I’m confused and overwhelmed.” Unfortunately, I see these types of emails [...]
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Run Your BQ, a members-only program designed to help you crush the marathon and qualify for Boston, closes tonight at 11:59pm Pacific. You may have questions about what exactly this program is – and what it isn’t. I’ve answered a lot of questions over the last two days and seen a ton of interest from the [...]
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Have you ever wanted to accomplish a big goal like qualify for the Boston Marathon but you’re not sure if you can do it? I’m thrilled to announce that the first program designed specifically to help you achieve a BQ is now open: Run Your BQ. My partner on this project is Matt Frazier, a 3:09 [...]
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A lot of runners are realizing that mainstream advice is leaving them injured, frustrated, and slow: “I booked a sports physio session. They said to give it a weeks rest and see how it feels. Well….here I am 3 months later.” “I went to a few PTs and massage but none of it was helping [...]
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As you probably know, I am a huge running nerd. I read more running blogs, books, studies, and articles than is reasonable or necessary. While studies on lifting and running form don’t impress my wife, they help me design better training plans for my runners and write better articles here on Strength Running. I wasn’t [...]
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What’s so special about qualifying for the Boston Marathon? Actually, a lot. For many marathoners, running a Boston Qualifying (BQ) time is a bucket list goal. It’s marathon nirvana – the ultimate achievement. Running a BQ is the light at the end of years of training. That’s why I have a special announcement at the [...]
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I'm Jason Fitzgerald, a 2:39 marathoner and running coach. I want to help you get faster.
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