Sleep Like a Champion
Sleep tips for athletes including needs, impact, and benefits of proper sleep.
7 Marathon Training Tips on a Hectic Schedule
The best of us have a busy schedule. The worst of us have a hectic schedule. So when it comes to training and working out, it can seem impossible to find the time to fit it in. I mean… among work obligations, family obligations, and other obligations, it’s almost unmanageable to add to the list.…
Freezing Your Nuts Off: Marathon Training
Firstly: this is not for males only – excuse the title. Winter sucks. It’s cold, windy, and depending where you live, can leave you stranded in your home for days. As you read this, you could be in a sunny, tropical place. But you could also, one day, be in this predicament. And then what?…
Marathon Running: The New Counseling for Couples?
There comes a time when couples will experience tension in their relationship. Being with one person can pose new difficulties unheard of by those who may be single… but they do exist. For some, relationship counseling may be beneficial; for others, not so much. In any case, those who take their relationships seriously usually go…
Training Like a Boss: Over 30s Marathoning
As your body begins to age, you may notice you aren’t as ‘able’ to train as much as you were when you were in your 20s (or younger). That’s not to say you should quit running at all (quite the opposite, actually), but slight adjustments to your training pattern should be considered, especially as some…
Your Motivation
It’s been about six weeks since we started this journey! We have enjoyed sunshine, beautiful weather, new knowledge, new running shoes, and new friends. Some of you are beginning to adjust to this new path you’re on; you take steps daily toward a healthier active lifestyle. It’s not training just for today; it’s training for…
Create Your Own Marathon Pace Wristband
One of the keys to achieving your best marathon time is to keep an even pace throughout the race. Go out too fast and you’ll hit the wall, go out too slow and you won’t be able to make up the time later (but you may feel more rested at the end). Determine the pace…
Here We Are, Ready For Race Day Information…..
This week, stay hydrated, be cautious about what you eat (think healthy), and stay healthy with lots of hand washing and avoiding sick people. Later in the week, lay out every item you need for race morning (shoes, shorts, socks, gels, hydration pack/hydration supplement, etc. etc). Pin your bib to the front of your shirt…
Congratulations! And, What’s Next?
Congratulations! Whether you realize it or not, you have inspired people with your commitment to you marathon goal! What’s next for you? We hope your commitment to a healthy and active lifestyle is just beginning. First, you get to rest for a bit. By Wednesday or Thursday, you can start with light, easy running–about 1-3…
It’s Taper Time!!!
With just 20 days until the Modesto Marathon, it’s finally time to “taper.” I want to share the following article with you so that you’d understand just exactly what tapering means. (source: www.runnersworld.com) The final 3 weeks are the most important in any marathon-training program. Here’s everything you need to know and do leading up to…
Proper Clothing & Shoes
Clothing… There’s a saying…”Cotton is rotten.” It applies to your running clothes (even your socks)! No cotton! For your clothing, look for items that are marked “dri-fit,” or “moisture wicking.” The fabric is NOT cotton. These types of fabric pull moisture away from your body and then it dries quickly. While you won’t be absolutely…