When it comes to marathon training, there’s no doubt that the most important workout is the long run.
Yes: tempo runs and high mileage are important. And of course, strength work, strides, and even some “speedwork” sessions will make …
Archives for August 2016
Marathon Training 101: How to Run Your Fastest Marathon
The finish line is in sight. Your lungs are burning and every muscle below the waist is on fire.
For hours, you’ve patiently and methodically executed your pacing strategy. You’ve fueled just the way you practiced. And you …
Low on fuel? Try these Long Run Energy Bites
Have you ever been a few miles from the end of a long run when everything starts to fall apart?
How I look during a …
The Almighty Long Run: The Case for Running Long
“The Church of the Almighty Long Run” is where runners attend service most weekends. And there’s virtually no better workout to gain endurance, speed and mental toughness.
Consider this: most runners – especially those with less than …
3 Workouts to Boost Your Speed When You’re Stuck on the Treadmill
The human hamster wheel. The dreadmill. Satan’s conveyor belt. Is there any doubt that most runners despise the treadmill?
Running on a treadmill is an unfortunate reality for many runners during the winter and summer months. Just think of …
A Proven Way to Improve Your Running (that you’re not doing)
I’ve talked to a lot of runners who have less than a year of experience in the sport. Their main goal is to get faster over 5k or 10k and break a performance plateau. All admirable goals!
Typically, their …
Jason is a 2:39 marathoner, USATF-
