Easy Guide to Running Strides: What, How and Why Run Strides
Running Strides are a beneficial training term for new and experienced runners. Learn what they are, benefits, and how to do them properly.
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10 Best Energy Chews for Running
Energy chews are small jelly-like snacks that provide lasting energy for endurance athletes. Find out what the 7 best energy chews are in …
How to Take 10 Minutes Off Your Half Marathon Time
In a sport that can be measured in milliseconds, improving your half marathon time by 1 minute is a lot… and 10 minutes is an …
Tread Lightly Running Podcast (A Run To The Finish Podcast)
Check out Tread Lightly, the running podcast that delivers expert advice and insights from two running coaches with decades of experience.
Confidently Running Alone: Tips for Running Safety
Safety should be on top of your list of priorities when it comes to running. Here are 11 running safety tips along with the best safety gear …
What’s the Fuss about Peak Week Marathon Training?
Peak week in marathon training is the final moment when you’re asking your body to push through. Every muscle in your body feels like …
Fartlek Training: What Is It, Benefits, + 9 Workouts to Try
Fartlek training is a great way to add speedwork to your training. Find out what it is, why you should do it, and 9 workout examples to add …
15 Best Half Marathons Around the World
Here are the best half-marathons around the world, based on a combination of scenery, experience, epic fun and course. Check them out!
Transitioning from the Half to Full Marathon: What You Need to Know for Beginner Marathon Training
If you’re ready to tackle that first marathon, I’m supremely happy you’re learning to transition from the half marathon to …
16 Best Half Marathons in US By State (A few International Bonuses)
What are the best half marathons in the US? The most fun half marathons? Well some of that depends on what you like, but I’m pretty sure …
Half Marathon Race Strategy | Pacing, Fueling and More
Half marathon race day tips that are going to help you succeed. Learn how to pace your fastest half marathon finish yet!
9 Best Stretches for Runners (According to a Running Coach)
Some studies say you don’t need to bother and others fight against that by showing how stretches for running improve your stride and …
How to Start Running When Overweight
Being a heavier runner doesn't mean you can't achieve big things. Running when overweight tips to work with your body for success.
How to Make Your Own Running Training Plan: 5k to Marathon
Not everyone is interested in a running coach. Sometimes you just want to figure out what basic half marathon training plan (or other …
How Many Miles Is a 5K, 10K, 25K, Half Marathon, Marathon or Ultramarathon?
Whether you’ve just started running or you’re looking for a new challenge, you might be wondering just how far certain races …
How to Taper for a Half Marathon: Timeline and Benefits
Tapering is one of the most important parts of any marathon training plan. Here's a complete guide to answering all your marathon tapering …
17 of The Best Inspirational Running Quotes
Running is a spiritual experience right? There’s a lot of praying happening by mile 25😂. Really this is another way of saying we have …
7 Tips for How to Run Faster and Longer: Speed and Endurance
Here's a complete guide by a running coach teaching you 5 strategies to run faster and longer without injuries yourself.
Half Marathon Training Plan for Beginners
Have you ever wondered when to start training for a half marathon? Do you need 16 weeks, 24 weeks, a year? Let’s look at the details …
How to Walk a Half Marathon + Training Plan
If you're thinking of walking a marathon, here's everything you need to know. Training tips, gear ideas, what to eat, and how long it'll …
How to Run a Sub 2 Hour Half Marathon: 14 Tried and Tested Tips to Get Faster
Running a sub 2 hour half marathon is possible for just about any runner. A run coach provides all the tips to hit a sub two pace!
10 Women Only Half Marathons and Women’s Races
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to run surrounded by thousands of women? I’m sure most of you guys have, but ladies it’s …
How to Taper for a Marathon: Everything You Need to Know
Tapering is one of the most important parts of any marathon training plan. Here's a complete guide to answering all your marathon tapering …
Half Marathon Pace Chart in Miles and Kilometers
See how much time you’ll need to complete your marathon by running at various running paces with this marathon pace chart in miles and KM.
Half Marathon Checklist: Everything You Need to Pack and Prep
This half marathon checklist will provide everything you need for different weather options and how to handle last minute jitters.
Polar Vs Garmin | Comparing Top Models
Deciding on Polar Vs Garmin for your next GPS running watch? We break down the low, mid and high end models, comparing features.
11 Best Ways to Build Endurance and Stamina
How to increase endurance running is a common running goal that can be achieved by ANY runner will to follow a few simple guidelines. …
10 Most Effective Long Run Tips (A Coach’s Checklist)
Preparing for a long run is a key part of training. It's more than just showing up in the morning, it's having your nutrition and gear …
8 Half Marathon Race Day Tips to Improve Your Day
Ask any experienced runner for their best race day tips and it almost always includes “don’t start too fast” and “don’t try anything new on …
How Long Between Half Marathons
You’ve crossed the finish line and are already considering your next race…or perhaps you accidentally stacked your race calendar …
Virtual Half Marathon and Marathon Training Group
In June our Virtual Run Club is continuing half marathon and marathon training as a group!! But of course it’s so much more than just …
21 Endurance Quotes to Help You Push Through
We joke about the plethora of quotes on social media now, but the truth is the right endurance quotes at the right moment can be exactly …
5 Running Workouts for Beginners to Boost Confidence
Could your brain be the key to reaching your next running goal? Is running confidence just as important as speed workouts? Well, of course …
SeaWheeze Race and Travel Planning Tips
When I got the confirmation email, I was all like WAHOOOOO I finally made it in to Seawheeze. I had an idea that this was a different …
Seawheeze Half Marathon Review and Race Recap
Last month, I had the opportunity to run the Lululemon 10K in Edmonton, which is apparently a scaled down version of the Seawheeze Half …
Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon Review and Race Recap
Welcome to another sunny day in California! After coming out in March to preview the Santa Barbara Wine Country race course and tell you a …
Long Beach Half Marathon Race Review and Report
Hellllloooooo from sunny California. Really I could not have timed this trip any better, as the first sightings of winter seem to be hitting …
Steamboat Springs Half Marathon Review and Race Report
Should I do this race? Is it good for a PR? How’s the weather? Just a few of the things I’m wondering before clicking register, …
DNF: Colorado Half Marathon Recap and Race Review
Everyday we’re faced with a myriad of decisions. Most of which have such a tiny impact, we won’t even notice for years that we …
Platte River Half Marathon Review: Our First Altitude Race!
It’s all down hill, she said. It’s just a half marathon, I said. This is the problem with runners. My Denver raised, but Miami …
Jerusalem Half Marathon Review and Recap
As with every adventure there is so much I want to share and only so much you’ll actually care about reading. While I’ll be …
Running Without Racing: A Success Story
Is there a point to running with no races on the calendar? For many people, the answer would be a resounding no, but my 2015 looked exactly …
