Runner’s Blog

Blogging the real running world

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    Half Marathons and Why You Should Do Them

    Well, you are there. You've made it. If you got through 12 miles you are now ready to run a race that will impress everyone ... read more >>

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    Hills Are Your Friends

    Hills! The wisest words I ever learned about hills came from my very first Legger Mentor: Rosa Thweatt. I remember the first time she took ... read more >>

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    Coach’s Corner: Fuel Options for Long Miles

      There are three basic things you need to fuel your long walks and runs: water, salt (or electrolytes) and sugar (or carbohydrates). That third ... read more >>

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    Coach’s Corner — The Marathon Expo

    You're done with training and now it's time to face... The Marathon Expo! Here are a few important tips to keep in mind when you're ... read more >>

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    MapMyRun

    Last month Coach John Phillips and I both talked about a variety of apps for tracking and improving your walking and running: Strava, Run Keeper, ... read more >>

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    Training Apps Part 2 — Putting Your Stats to Work (or Play)

    Last week Coach John Phillips covered the basics of training apps like Nike Run Club, Map My Run, Strava and Run Keeper. He focused on ... read more >>