Here’s this week’s newsletter, with tips for exercising in the heat: Our hearts break for those impacted by this summer’s heat-related deaths. We’re about to face another week of record-setting heat, so here are a few reminders about exercising safely in the heat. 1) Don’t push yourself. Cut back, turn around, skip the run. It’s OK … Read more
Thanks to KOLD 13 for their recent reporting on how to be safe on Tucson-area wilderness trails — see https://www.kold.com/2025/07/03/hikers-warn-about-lack-mile-markers-maintenance-sabino-canyon-trails/ 12 tips for summer safety: Buddy system or tell someone where you’re going Bring your phone and make sure it works where you’re going Know where you’re going: check maps and use apps like TrailForks … Read more
Here’s a list of 22 run, walk, ride, and hiking groups in Tucson. You can see the list on our webpage here or you can check it out our recent enewsletter here! Whether you’re walking and running for fun, or getting ready for a 5k, 10k, half-marathon, marathon or longer, these are some of the … Read more
Shaelyn and the crew from Yoga Pod are back to guide us through a dynamic stretch routine. This is a useful series of movements to work through before your run as a warm-up. Shae reminds us to use our core and other muscles to safely control each movement, with a focus on activating rather than … Read more
We’re thrilled to announce our new run coaching partnership with iconic Tucson fitness location, the Tucson Racquet and Fitness Club. See details here. Whether you want to run for fun or train for a purpose, we’ll help you get ready for whatever’s on your fitness list. The “Workout Group” is a drop-in group, where you … Read more
Try these before your next 5K. I’m sharing some of my tried and true 5K training & racing tips that should help you feel more prepared and confident on race day. Give these a try and let me know what you think. #1. Work through the process. Start with what you can do easily and gradually … Read more
Hills build strength. Period. Need to know more? Hills add resistance, resistance makes the heart, lungs and muscles work harder, and regular bouts of hard work lead to stronger, more efficient runners. A 2017 study published in the International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications found that after 12 weeks of hill training (2x/week) the … Read more
GENERAL TRAINING ADVICE Given that there is significant uncertainty about the implications of the coronavirus and COVID-19, the following advice is given recognizing that the current situation may change, so please stay alert and take all recommended precautions to keep yourself and your community healthy. Keep moving. At this moment, cities and states throughout the … Read more
See what we have written for the national RRCA community here: https://www.rrca.org/news-articles/news-archives/2020/03/15/advice-for-rrca-members-running-coaches-and-club-leaders Runners are optimistic by nature, but it’s hard to super optimistic in the face of the current public health crisis of coronavirus and COVID-19. As an athlete, you may be feeling a little down, a bit stressed, and a lot unmotivated. As a … Read more
Why trails? The simple answer is, running on trails adds variety to your training. Running and hiking over uneven terrain produces different physical challenges that improve strength and coordination. Basically, you become a better overall athlete. Not to mention, trail running is usually more scenic. Ever looked up and been in complete awe of the … Read more