Jason Fitzgerald, Author at Strength Running

Rik’s Speedy IT Band Recovery: 7 Quick Lessons on How to Deal with Injuries

Posted May 21, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Rik is a runner who sets big goals – actually, ENORMOUS goals that most of us wouldn’t ever dream of imagining.

At the age of 40, Rik found that he was overweight and prioritized work over fitness. Like many …

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Ultra and Trail Race Training: Episode 11 of Q&A with Coach with Matt Frazier

Posted May 18, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Episode 11 of Q&A with Coach is not to be missed – we have a special guest joining us, none other than Matt Frazier.

The best freeze frame of the episode

Matt is the author of the award-winning blog …

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Becoming a Trail Runner: Adventures with Hail, Mud, and Blood in my First Trail Half Marathon

Posted May 13, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Trail running has always been a big part of my training. Whether I was on a team in college or training solo for my first marathon, I’ve always gravitated toward the off-road experience.

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What I’m Reading: The Future of Performance, How to Change the World, and “Imaginary Time”

Posted May 7, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

I’m always fascinated to learn what other people are reading – especially those people I admire.

When Tim Ferriss shares his latest book club recommendation, I listen.

If Ramit recommends his favorite psychology books, I’m going to buy …

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Data Madness: Are you a slave to your running device?

Posted May 4, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

There’s a never-ending supply of new fitness devices and data trackers available today – but is all that information actually helping you become a better runner?

I wouldn’t even be surprised if you own more than one of these …

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How Pete Cured IT Band Syndrome after Months of Frustration… and Ran a Monster 5k PR

Posted April 30, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Today, I want you to meet Pete, a relatively new runner who improved his 5k from 21:30 to 17:37. Crazy, right?

This is one of the most inspiring success stories I’ve ever seen because Pete overcame so many challenges:…

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Q&A with Coach: Live Boston Marathon Edition

Posted April 27, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

The 119th Boston Marathon was an epic showdown – not just for the pro’s, but for the other 26,000+ runners who crossed the fabled finish line on Boylston Street.

A strong headwind and light rain made the already difficult …

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How to Run Track Workouts on a 400m Outdoor Track (infographic)

Posted April 22, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Track workouts have been a staple of distance runner’s training programs for decades. And for good reason!

Distances are standardized so you always know exactly how far you’ve run.

The surface promotes speed (but results in less impact stress …

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Trail Running Tips for Adventure Addicts: Risks, Benefits, and How to Get Started

Posted April 16, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Trail running captured my heart in 2000 – and I’m still obsessed with getting off the road.

My cross country team began running half our mileage in the woods around town during my Junior year of high school. Maybe …

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3 Ways to Run Fast at the Boston Marathon

Posted April 13, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

In one week, tens of thousands of runners will line up in Hopkinton to run the world’s most prestigious race: the Boston Marathon.

Last year, I challenged all of you running Boston to make an important decision: settle …

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