Why Interval Training Is a Necessary Element to Mud Run Training Right now, you might think that the key to training for any running-specific race is to get out there and run, but it’s not! The type of running training that you do is dictated by the race to which you are running. In a…
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(For Those That Don’t Consider Themselves Runners) I used to say it, “I’m not a runner!” It was my excuse to get me out of running races with my friends or even my way of talking myself out of doing cardio for the day. It was an excuse to run short distances and to be…
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You may think that choosing the music that you listen to while you workout is as simple as choosing what you like. However, it’s a little more complicated than that. For your next workout, you may want to pay close attention to the beat and tempo of the music as well as your mood and…
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You may have heard people say that running on the treadmill is different than running outside, but you might not know why! Well, here’s the skinny on the different training types. Many of us go to the gym and hop on a treadmill and immediately start running – we set the speed and we go.…
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Proper nutrition is one element in your training that you can’t skimp on! Replace that ready-made, pancake mix for hearty and healthy greek yogurt pancakes. Not only will you be fueling your body for the training ahead of you, but your kids (and your husband) won’t know the difference! Ingredients: 6 oz 1%…
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To eat or not to eat before your morning run? This is a hot topic, and rightfully so – there are many schools of thought that may have an impact on performance. Here’s my two cents on why you SHOULD eat before you take that morning stroll: Calories are simply energy that…
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