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How to Train for Warrior Dash (And Win With No Experience)

Posted May 24, 2012
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Recently I surprised the hell out of myself and beat 16,659 other people to win Warrior Dash.

With no experience training for Warrior Dash or with any of the obstacles.

I was more surprised than anyone. Who me? I …

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Run Your BQ is Open! 6 New Updates since February

Posted April 25, 2012
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Today is like Christmas (at least for running nerds like me): Run Your BQ is open for new members!

If you want some more info on the program and the updates we’ve been making over the last two months, …

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How to Run a Race When You Just Don’t Have it (St. Patrick’s Day 8k Race Report)

Posted March 27, 2012
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Have you ever started a race and immediately realized, “This is going to suck?”

It happens to every runner sooner or later: a shitty race, an uninspired performance, a mediocre showing, a poor indicator of your ability.

This is …

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Run Your BQ is Open! Ready to Qualify for Boston?

Posted February 15, 2012
BY Jason Fitzgerald

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 …

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Lessons from a 2:39 Marathon: Philly Race Report

Posted November 23, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

On November 20th, I raced the Philadelphia Marathon and finished 42nd in a time of 2:39:32, a PR of over 5 minutes.

I never hit the wall, barely slowed down at all during the last 6.2 miles, and felt …

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Case Study: How Sam went from a DNF to a 2nd Place Age Group Finish

Posted November 14, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Have you ever been in a rut, not improving and running slower than you used to?

It’s a difficult situation. You want to desperately improve and feel better on your training runs but you’re not sure what to do. …

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When Winning is Losing: Learning From a 1st Place Half-Marathon

Posted October 27, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Winning a half-marathon is usually reserved for the elite. But last Saturday, I won my very first half by over 13 minutes.

On 10/22 I raced the Run for the Hills Half-Marathon in McHenry, IL and finished in 1:15:07…

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Should You Have Sex The Night Before a Race? Fitness Wisdom from “Which Comes First, Cardio or Weights?”

Posted October 17, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Quick note: I’m accepting one more runner into my Full Coaching program. If you’re interested in working with me on a 1-on-1 basis, email me and let’s chat.

I just finished Alex Hutchinson’s book Which Comes First, Cardio or …

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The Rebel Running Guide is Now Available!

Posted September 26, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

The Rebel Running Guide is an introductory running program for runners training for a 5k. Unfortunately, it’s no longer available 🙁

Steve Kamb and I tirelessly spent this weekend adding even more great running workouts, advice, and tips. It’s …

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3 Running Myths Debunked (Rebel Running Guide Preview!)

Posted September 22, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Note: The Rebel Running Guide is no longer available. If you’re a beginner runner, I recommend the SR Boot Camp.

Next Monday, the Rebel Running Guide officially launches. We have been getting down to business and putting some …

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