Recovery

Recovery

Think of recovery as a blanket. And what are blankets made up of? pieces of fabric make up a blanket. the pieces of fabric that make up recovery include rest, refueling, and regeneration.  Recovery gives your brain and body time to prepare for the next training run or...
How To Fuel During Running

How To Fuel During Running

I want to start with a few disclaimers 1. Your body is not a machine. When I refer to fuel, it’s to support your training. 2. I’m not a registered dietitian or nutritionist. If you want a personal plan, please hire someone with expertise. I’m a certified health coach...
What Even Is A Fartlek?

What Even Is A Fartlek?

The first time I heard this term, I was in high school at track practice. I thought my coach made it up. I remember my teammates and me making fun of the name until we had to run the actual fartlek. It was more like torture. So let’s review some standard running...
How To Stay Safe While Running

How To Stay Safe While Running

When I’m out driving, I see other runners at the last minute. All I can think is they should be more visible when they are out running. Running in the dark can be dangerous. Reflective vest and wrist strap can be excellent during the dusk hours, but if you want...
How To Start Running

How To Start Running

There can be tons of questions about how to start. What do I need to run? Why do I feel like I’m out of breath? How often do I run? We will cover all that and more, so let’s dive in.  It’s important to know why you are running. What is the purpose? Is it the best...