If you've been following my recaps, you know I've come a long way. Eventually, I added track workouts to my training and retaught my body how to run at my natural pace. I tested my speed at 5ks every weekend and saw concrete progress. But I still, after all these years of running, have unfinished business with 5ks. I still feel like my PR is not my potential, but then again, I've never really commit myself to reaching a certain time. So this … [Read more...]
Weekend Race Recap + Trust Your Training
So I didn't partake in the Runner's World Streak, but I've had my own streak going--a race every weekend. It's not something I intended to do, but it seems to be working for me! Racing every weekend is giving me a goal to work towards and benchmarks to track my progress. Unfortunately I'm not doing much more than a track workout on Thursdays and racing on the weekend--that schedule will change has to change soon so I can amp it up in preparation … [Read more...]
The 3 Day a Week Running Plan
*This post contains affiliate links for the book Run Less, Run Faster. If you buy, I get a super small commission which I use to keep this site looking pretty! I only advertise products I 100% believe in--and this is one of them* Start Here The Three Day a Week Running Plan Can I get results by running only 3 days a week? You bet you can, but only if you are running with purpose. The 3 day a week running plan values quality over … [Read more...]
Mother’s Day 5k
Looking for a fresh Mother’s Day idea? Pledge to get fit with your family this Mother’s Day by signing up for a 5k run/walk. Research shows that people are happier when they exercise, and moms are no exception! A healthier, happier mom will have a positive impact on everyone. So why wait? Moms, put you and your family’s health first this Mother’s Day. Active.com has all the information you need to find a family friendly run/walk in your … [Read more...]
Do You Practice Running?
Are you a heel striker or do you midfoot strike? Over-pronate or under-pronate? Are you one of those runners who shed shoes altogether?! With all the jargon involved in running, some newbies are probably wondering, just what is the right way to run? The answer is simple yet complicated. Run the way that feels right for your body. But how do you figure this out? One word-- practice. Recently I had to reteach myself how to run. In my … [Read more...]
