Jason Fitzgerald, Author at Strength Running

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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Inside the Diet of an Elite Marathoner: How Ariana Hilborn Fuels Her Workouts

Posted April 9, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

On February 28, Ariana Hilborn won the Phoenix Half Marathon by over three minutes in 1:14:52 – averaging 5:43 per mile for over 13 miles.

A week later, she placed second at the Mountain to Fountain 15k in 53:03.…

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6 Running Form Experts on Cues, Fixes, and Running Technique Changes

Posted April 6, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Ask any runner about running form and expect a different answer. The topic of running technique brings up countless questions:

Should I land on my midfoot or forefoot?
Is a heel strike really that bad?
Should ALL runners change

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You Be the Coach: Is Strength Training a Waste of Time?

Posted April 2, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

2015 is the Year of Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone.

Over the past three months, I’ve challenged you to:

Take control of your nutrition for enhanced recovery and higher energy levels
Get support when you need it

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The Lone Wolf Theory: How to Make Enormous Progress Quickly

Posted March 30, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

A lone wolf is one that lives its life independently without a pack – in other words, a loner.

While lone wolves can be stronger and more aggressive by necessity, they’re at a disadvantage. From Wikipedia:

Lone wolves

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I’m coming to Boston soon – want to meet? (Plus, a new Q&A with Coach!)

Posted March 26, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Next month is the Boston Marathon and I’ll be there to cheer on my runners and host the annual Strength Running Boston Meet-up.

And you’re invited!

The meet-up will feature a “who’s who” in Boston running, with the national …

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