You’ve probably heard about running form analysis or know someone who has been through it. But do you know what it is exactly, or if you can benefit?
Let’s be clear from the start about what it’s not: Going …
Megan Roche on Being a Happy Runner
Of all the ways that you could improve as a runner, none is more powerful than honing your “mental fitness” to beat anxiety, improve consistency, and boost motivation.
That’s because in 2019, we’ve largely figured out how to train …
The Best of Strength Running in 2018
Strength Running produces so much multimedia material that you might have missed some of our most popular content last year. Never fear, here’s the best so you don’t miss out!
With 2019 underway, I want to help you get …
How to Set (Any) Goal Time
Running is a uniquely objective sport because at its most fundamental, it’s all about the numbers: mileage, workout splits, and race finish times.
Of course, most of us run for far more meaningful and valuable reasons than “the numbers” …
Is a Standing Desk the Fix for Prolonged Sitting?
When I first started running, I couldn’t finish a 3-mile run and was sore for two weeks. Was running supposed to make your legs feel like they went through a meat grinder?!
Me, feeling like my legs were put …
Strength Coach Tony Gentilcore on Deadlifts: Form, Dangers, and Function
Studying different sports and disciplines is a great way to develop your understanding of running. The commonalities and underlying principles are often universal.
A few years ago, I was an instructor at an adult fitness camp. For four days, …
How a Physical Therapist (and 2:24 Marathoner) Prevents Injuries
Inside information is often a key competitive advantage. When it comes to the stock market, that advantage is so large it’s even illegal!
But when it comes to running, inside information isn’t illegal or even frowned upon. In fact, …
What To Do During the Off Season
The holidays have somehow snuck up on us and we’re all feeling the time crunch. How do we find time for our running when time is short?
Parties, shopping, and kids’ concerts have a way of snagging our free …
Jason Koop on Coaching Competence and Smarter Training
‘Improvement’ is why I fell in love with running. Seeing my ability to run further or faster improve over time became intoxicating.
Racing the 2-mile for Lexington High School, 2002.
My addiction to improvement and progress was, in hindsight, …
Inside My 2005 Training Log: How I Trained for Cross Country
Cross country was always my favorite season of running. Sweaty summer miles lead to fast, fall racing. What could be better?
Perhaps my love for cross country is rooted in its team dynamic. It’s a lot more team-oriented than …
Jason is a 2:39 marathoner, USATF-
