To paraphrase the ground-breaking 1993 arcade game NBA Jam, “THINGS ARE HEATING UP!!”
Over the last two weeks, we’ve dived headfirst into what makes the ideal runner’s diet. And the response has been overwhelming with comments like this:…
…Earlier this week, I asked you about your top nutrition questions – and I’ve spent hours poring over the survey responses.
Let me tell you: your questions are fascinating. So many of us are struggling with different aspects of …
…Last week I shared that my diet isn’t always that great. Fine, that’s sugarcoating the issue: sometimes, my diet is HORRENDOUS.
After a bowl of ice cream that would give the Biggest Loser trainers a heart condition, I often …
…This year I’m challenging you to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone. To do things differently. To remember that “what got you here, won’t get you there.”
Remember, as Coach Jay Johnson once said:
……To do something you’ve
In 2002, my track coach issued a powerful challenge that forever changed how I approached racing, training, and improvement.
The challenge? To get out of your comfort zone.
In fact, during most races you could find him in …
…Every January, I get more excited than when brand spankin’ new running shoes get delivered. Yes, I’m a New Year’s nerd.
But you might be surprised that I don’t set resolutions. The way most people do them is …
…How do you set a realistic goal time for an upcoming 5k? Is it ok to do your easy runs on a technical trail if you’re training for a marathon?
These questions – and more – are answered in …
…Do you think running is fun? Honestly, sometimes even I dread my daily run.
It can feel like a chore – a hassle that takes away from time better spent working, with your family, or sleeping.
And now …
…Running captured my heart in 1998 – and it still holds it firmly in its grasp more than 16 years later.
As my running career matured, my thoughts on how to run faster, prevent overuse injuries, and truly enjoy …
…The worst injury I ever had was a severe case of illiotibial band syndrome (ITBS). For six months, I suffered from constant IT band pain and didn’t run a step.
My fascination with this injury led me to develop …
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