Jason Fitzgerald, Author at Strength Running

The most important workouts to focus on if you’re a busy runner

Posted November 12, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

When was the last time you had an uninterrupted 4-6 hours to work out? If you’re like me, that hasn’t happened in a long time!

Time is life’s ultimate luxury. As we get older, this limited resource gets more …

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How one beginning runner built his confidence and ran two personal bests

Posted November 9, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Have you ever noticed that running seems to be entirely mental? Sure, the physical side of training is important. But your inner confidence is just as important!

You might have seen this quote:

“Long distance running is 90% mental

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Do “fast” runners run differently than “slow” runners?

Posted November 5, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Recently I filmed part of the Denver Rock ‘n’ Roll half marathon to look at the form of different runners. And today, I want your help!

Running form is often a controversial topic. Nike Oregon Project Head Coach Alberto …

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It’s my birthday! Will you celebrate with me?

Posted November 2, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Yesterday I turned 32 and treated myself to an incredible trail run in the mountains of Colorado:

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How to Run Faster From 5k to the Marathon

Posted October 27, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

How do I get faster in all the race distances from 5k to half marathon… and maybe even the marathon?

A difficult question – but one that’s probably important to you. After all, who doesn’t want to improve their …

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CNN’s Tom Foreman on Running Dangerously and Setting Outlandish Goals

Posted October 22, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Earlier this week, we talked about the value of the pursuit of running goals. Like they say, the journey matters more than the destination.

Amit captured this idea in the comments:

I just like achieving near impossible goals

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The Pursuit of Running Goals and Lifelong Happiness

Posted October 19, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Have you ever met someone who’s been running for 20 years or more? Whenever I do, they’re bubbling with life.

Recently I spoke at the National Endurance Sports Summit at Princeton University. Joining me were ultra legends like …

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How Kimber Mattox (a pro obstacle course racer) fuels her running

Posted October 13, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Kimber Mattox is one of the most versatile female distance runners on the planet.

Her accomplishments are so far reaching and wide that I’m confident she’d be successful at any race distance. A former All-American at the University of …

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What I learned Being a Headmaster at Camp Nerd Fitness

Posted October 8, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Last week, I traveled to Camp Nerd Fitness for a long weekend of teaching classes, connecting with runners, and wearing women’s clothes:

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Q&A with Coach 16: Can base training go on for too long?

Posted October 5, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

One of my favorite aspects of coaching is when I work with runners who have long-term goals. And when training is planned long-term, the results can be extraordinary:

Since I know what’s coming up in 3 months, 6 months, …

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