Workout of the Week – January 12, 2018

Workout of the Week – January 12, 2018 Workouts:Always get in at least a 10-minute warm-up & cool down run before and after a workout.  If it’s colder or if you’ve been sitting all day, you need to do more to get your muscles warm before stressing them.  Dynamic stretches and strides will help. Sample Workout: … Read more

Who’s Afraid of the Big, Bad Hill?

Who’s Afraid of the Big, Bad Hill? Hills will make you stronger. For the most part, you don’t need to run fast uphill to get stronger, especially when you’re just starting to train. Start out by including hills in some of your runs or walks a couple times a week to let your hips, glutes, … Read more

Train for the Festival of Miles: One Mile At a Time

Train for the Festival of Miles: One Mile At a Time Here is a 5-week training schedule to start you on your running adventure, one mile at a time. Week 1:  April 24-30 Run for 10 minutes or 1 mile (whichever comes first) at an effort level that feels relaxed.  Don’t push the pace.  If … Read more