Jason Fitzgerald, Author at Strength Running

More Confidence, Faster Racing: How Kris Ran a 32 Minute Marathon PR

Posted September 22, 2014
BY Jason Fitzgerald

How confident are you as a runner? If you say something like this, you’ll make me smile like a proud coach:

“My training has gone so well that I know I’ll run a PR – it’s just a question

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It’s Here: The “50 Inspiring Quotes” Free Ebook

Posted September 17, 2014
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Every so often, a run will leave you breathless. In this case, I mean that both figuratively and literally:

This photo was taken at over 6,800 feet altitude in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.

It’s one of thousands …

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3 Lessons Learned From Running in the Mile High City (and trail photos to make you drool)

Posted September 11, 2014
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Many of you know that I moved to Denver, Colorado this summer with my family. We’re in the heart of the city and loving it.

But last May, I visited for three weeks and explored the city (read: breweries), …

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What advice would you give a new runner about running injuries?

Posted September 8, 2014
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Let’s talk about your support network. Do you have one? Do you have an inner circle of trusted runners you can reach out to for advice?

I’ve been fortunate to have had hundreds of teammates over my 8-year career …

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50 Quotes to Inspire You to Run Down Your Dreams (new ebook!)

Posted September 3, 2014
BY Jason Fitzgerald

I started Strength Running in 2010 to share my passion, expertise, and love of running with the world.

For over four years, SR has grown in leaps and bounds and I’m thrilled that today I can help tens of …

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Fresh Foam, Fresh Feel: The New Balance 980 Trail Shoe Review

Posted August 28, 2014
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Earlier this year I mentioned that New Balance running shoes never resonated with me. But now, I’m loving them.

First it was the New Balance 1400 (I’ve since bought another pair). And now it’s the Fresh Foam 980 Trail…

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Are Hill Sprints a Secret Weapon for Injury Prevention and Speed?

Posted August 25, 2014
BY Jason Fitzgerald

How many of us sprint on a regular basis? My guess: only a tiny minority of runners ever sprint.

It’s important to understand the definition of the word sprint: it’s to run as fast as you can. It’s …

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How to Become An Ultramarathoner: 5 No-BS Steps to Running Your First Ultra

Posted August 18, 2014
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Doug Hay is a 5-time ultramarathon finisher and the creator of the trail running blog, Rock Creek Runner. Just recently he finished the Massanutten Mountain Trails 100 Mile Run.

He is also the co-host of the No …

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The Uncanny “7 Strategies to Run Your Fastest Marathon” Podcast with Matt Frazier

Posted August 12, 2014
BY Jason Fitzgerald

The marathon: for many, it’s a mythical unicorn. Capturing a great performance can be elusive and may take years.

Jason and Matt on the days they ran their fastest marathons

When I ran my first marathon, New York City …

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Struggle with Foot Injuries? Get Healthy With These Foot Exercises

Posted August 7, 2014
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Why do we ignore strength exercises for our feet when each foot contains more than 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments?

The human foot is an anatomical miracle, able to support hundreds of pounds with an arch that provides energy …

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