On June 1st, I was disqualified from the 2019 Golden Gate Dirty 30 12-mile trail race. It was an absolute blast!
The start of the Dirty 30 12-mile trail race
You see, I cut the course. I would never …
…I’ve long said that knowledge is a competitive advantage. Wiser runners make fewer training errors – and reap the benefits.
Education is paramount to success in any endeavor. Running is no different.
I started my own running education by …
…We’ve all heard that “running is just putting one foot in front of the other.” But is running technique really that simple?
The complicated answer is that running technique is both simple and complex.
It’s simple because every human …
…Kate Grace is one of the most dominant middle distance runners in the country. Her nickname – Fast Kate – tells you what type of runner she is!
Photo by David Bracetty
Kate was born into a family that …
…The first 11 years of my running career had me constantly battling foot injuries, Achilles tendinopathy, IT Band Syndrome, plantar fasciitis, muscle strains, and a chronic SI joint problem.
No wonder I’m biased toward injury prevention!
After years of …
…26.2 miles is an enchanting distance; it’s approachable but long enough to humble even the best runners. What is it about the marathon that has captured the imaginations of so many of us?
Perhaps the marathon is so captivating …
…I’ll openly admit I got addicted to running when I started. The progress! The improvements! The thrill of running faster and faster got me hooked. But… was it healthy?
Jason (right) did not perfect the final lean until college……
…Big butts, I cannot lie: they’re great for runners. But we often neglect glute strengthening exercises – and that’s leaving a lot of runners injured.
The glutes are really made up of three separate muscles that make your booty …
…Craig Engels is one of the biggest personalities in track and field. He’s also a 3:53 miler who loves to crush opponents on the track.
