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ASICS Speedstar 6 Review: How to be a “Cautious Minimalist”

Posted August 13, 2012
BY Jason Fitzgerald

I’m a cautious minimalist – I think a little bit of barefoot running and minimalism goes a long way. So what do I run in for the majority of my mileage?

Let me ask you a question: why …

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Q&A Power Hour: Brutal Truth on Why I Don’t Do Running Form Analysis (Plus 7 More!)

Posted July 31, 2012
BY Jason Fitzgerald

The problem with a blog is that some great articles get buried in the graveyard that we call an Archive.

But most of the time, that information is still really helpful! (check out SR’s archive here)

I’ve received …

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I Want to Buy Your Next Pair of Running Shoes (Here’s Why…)

Posted July 23, 2012
BY Jason Fitzgerald

One of my favorite things about Strength Running is that I get to help your running by giving you free stuff.

In the past, I’ve given away:

A month of 1-on-1 coaching support
Name your own price for a

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Adidas adiZero Boston 3 Review: Neon Performance

Posted July 12, 2012
BY Jason Fitzgerald

The adiZero Boston 3 is named after the world’s greatest marathon, so I had high hopes for this trainer. And it didn’t disappoint.

I’ve been a long-time wearer of the Adidas adiZero line but never wore a pair of …

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The Beginner’s Guide to Heart Rate Monitor Training

Posted June 19, 2012
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Do you even know the best ways to use your fancy heart rate monitor?

Every runner knows how to turn their heart rate monitor on and watch their heart rate climb during a workout. That’s easy!

But do you …

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7 New Ways to Look at Your Running: 3D Strength, Caffeine Bliss, and Other Fun

Posted June 7, 2012
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Does consistent training sound…kind of boring?

It doesn’t have to be! To stay interested and continue progressing with your running, you have to upgrade your training and introduce more variety.

To quote Jay Johnson:

To do something you’ve

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Taking Over the World, One Country at a Time: Chris Guillebeau Chats about Marathons, Cuba, and Business

Posted June 4, 2012
BY Jason Fitzgerald

It’s difficult to describe exactly who Chris Guillebeau is. That’s because he does a little bit of everything, all around the world.

He’s the bestselling author of The Art of Non-Comformity and the recently released The $100 Startup.…

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Nike Zoom Streak XC Review: Fast Shoes for Fast Racing

Posted May 30, 2012
BY Jason Fitzgerald

With a name like Zoom Streak there’s no surprise this racing flat is meant for speed.

So they sound fast – and they look pretty damn nice too. That’s nice, but it won’t mean anything when you’re pushing the …

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101 Simple Ways to be a Better Runner is now out! (Free custom Race Plans too!)

Posted May 21, 2012
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Today’s the day!

101 Simple Ways to be a Better Runner: A Short Guide to Running Faster, Preventing Injuries, and Feeling Great is now available on Amazon for the Kindle.

No Kindle? You can get the book as an …

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Zensah Compression Socks Review: How to Tighten up Your Recovery

Posted May 17, 2012
BY Jason Fitzgerald

A year ago I asked myself, “Do compression socks actually work?” Today, I know the answer.

Whether you use compression sleeves or socks, this post will help you use them as effectively as possible. They both work (and …

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