- Posted March 30, 2016
- BY Jason Fitzgerald
Running at altitude is tough: with less oxygen in the air and a higher risk of dehydration, you’ll inevitably run slower.
- Posted April 27, 2015
- BY Jason Fitzgerald
The 119th Boston Marathon was an epic showdown – not just for the pro’s, but for the other 26,000+ runners who crossed the fabled finish line on Boylston Street.
A strong headwind and light rain made the already difficult …
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- Posted April 9, 2015
- BY Jason Fitzgerald
On February 28, Ariana Hilborn won the Phoenix Half Marathon by over three minutes in 1:14:52 – averaging 5:43 per mile for over 13 miles.
A week later, she placed second at the Mountain to Fountain 15k in 53:03.…
…- Posted March 4, 2015
- BY Jason Fitzgerald
Have you ever suffered from a running injury? I sure have – in fact, for 6 years I was constantly hurt!
I came down with almost every injury in the book:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Low back pain (SI
- Posted February 23, 2015
- BY Jason Fitzgerald
The marathon is a fickle beast: at 26.2 miles, the potential for back luck is huge. After 20 miles you’re in the Wild West and anything can happen.
That uncharted territory can bring disastrous consequences, reducing your goal …
…- Posted February 12, 2015
- BY Jason Fitzgerald
Are you ready for a monster discussion on base training, the Maffetone Method, and more training geekery?
I definitely am – and this article is a beast – so grab a cup of coffee and settle in for …
…- Posted November 12, 2014
- BY Jason Fitzgerald
As a coach, I’m most nervous during the two weeks after a marathon. Aerobic fitness remains high but the body is still reeling from the aftermath of racing 26.2 miles.
The injury risk is significantly higher post-marathon, when the …
…- Posted October 29, 2014
- BY Jason Fitzgerald
Since 1994, the Philadelphia Marathon has become one of the best marathons in the United States.
And here, you’ll find Strength Running’s Philadelphia Marathon Course Guide to help you have the best race possible.
Philly puts on a great …
…- Posted September 22, 2014
- BY Jason Fitzgerald
How confident are you as a runner? If you say something like this, you’ll make me smile like a proud coach:
……“My training has gone so well that I know I’ll run a PR – it’s just a question