Are you growing as a runner, moving closer toward your goals?
Almost everyone thinks they are. But to truly reach your potential, there are certain things about your training you should understand.
When you know as much as possible …
…Long-time readers of this site know that I don’t encourage runners to rely on technology as a crutch when they’re training. I believe in running by feel and avoiding technology if you can.
But I’m in the minority. Most …
…I crested the top of the hill, the hot summer sun beating on my bare shoulders. I had just finished my eighth hill repetition on a narrow, winding trail near my home town of Lexington, MA.
If you want …
…September – what a month! Lots of lessons to be learned and milestones to be celebrated.
First, September was my highest volume month of 2011! I ran 342 miles, or an average of about 80 miles per week. …
…If you’re like me, you think you’re invincible. You say things like, “That will never happen to me!”
This morning I was out running and got caught in a crazy thunder storm. Torrential rain. Bright flashes of lightning…immediately followed …
…The Rebel Running Guide is an introductory running program for runners training for a 5k. Unfortunately, it’s no longer available 🙁
Steve Kamb and I tirelessly spent this weekend adding even more great running workouts, advice, and tips. It’s …
…Note: The Rebel Running Guide is no longer available. If you’re a beginner runner, I recommend the SR Boot Camp.
Next Monday, the Rebel Running Guide officially launches. We have been getting down to business and putting some …
…The 5k might be one of those perfect events – it’s long enough to be considered a “distance” race but short enough to push yourself really hard. As one of my running friends would say, “grip and rip!!…
…A few months ago the good folks at Nature Shop sent me an Icebreaker Merino Wool t-shirt and a pair of boxer-briefs to review. I was damn excited because I’ve heard that quality wool can be a high-performance fabric …
…Ultramarathon. The mere mention of the word intimidates many runners. The marathon itself can be a big undertaking, requiring months of training, too many sacrifices to count, and the inevitable highs and lows of arduous training. Surely, ultramarathon …
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