Energy gels and breastfeeding can work together if you choose the right energy gel and time caffeinated gels at least one hour before breastfeeding your baby. Choose energy gels that are third-party certified and have extra electrolytes to ensure safety and hydration. Energy gels and breastfeeding may seem like an odd pair—but the two can … Read more
Increasing how many carbohydrates you eat two days before your half marathon can improve your performance, studies show. Aim to eat easily digestible carbs that you normally eat and increase carb 8-10 grams per kg (2.2 lbs) of body weight. Learn more about how to carb loading before half marathon, including what to eat, below. … Read more
Masters running is a race category for runners over the age of 40. Master runners are in a different category as research shows that we tend to get slower past the 40-year mark. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Training smarter not harder can help us get faster as aging runners. Indeed, I … Read more
Running Disney races is a magical experience filled with fun and friendships. But the experience comes at a cost and a very early wake-up call. Learn all the pros and cons of runDisney races. Runners have this uncanny ability to romanticize anything with a run. The beach? Let’s make it better with a run! The … Read more
Studies find that heat training can improve VO2 max, resilience, and improved rate of perceived exertion and fatigue, and makes you mentally tougher. Still, running in the heat is hard! The below tips will make it more manageable. Don’t worry if you are riding this struggle bus this summer. It is HARD but running in … Read more
Hydration is key for runners—for our health and our performance. This is why running with a bottle of water is a smart choice. But running with a water bottle can be a nuisance. I explore how to carry a water bottle while running (without it slowing you down)—and why you should. When we run, and … Read more