How to pace yourself when running is a learned skill that seasoned runners learn over time. You don’t just start running and automatically know, “oh yeah, this is the pace I can hold for 3.1 miles.” If you’ve ever watched kids run, or if you remember yourself running as child (remember the Presidential Fitness Challenge?), … Read more
It’s a conundrum only marathoners will understand: how to carry energy gels during a marathon. First of all, you crazy people want to run 26.2 miles—in a row?! AND, to add insult to injury, you want to carry with you tiny sugary gel packets to slurp down while you’re doing this?! It does sound nuts. … Read more
Successful marathon training requires fueling well before, during and after your training runs.“If you run, you are an endurance athlete and need to view food differently. Food is fuel for your body and should not be restricted or feared,” says registered dietitian Kristy Baumann. She suggests eating about an hour before runs, about every half … Read more
Many marathon runners want fast times even more than an amazing race day experience. I did the research to find the 12 best fall marathons that have both–flat, fast courses and a great race experience. My three top fall marathons are the Wineglass Marathon, the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon, and the Marine Corps Marathon. Read on … Read more
Ahh, carbon fiber running shoes. So costly yet so game-changing. For runners wanting to nab a PR, carbon plate running shoes are worth the money. Research shows these super shoes can make you run super fast. But which carbon fiber-plate shoes are the best? I review the top two favorites: Nike Alphafly Next% vs adidas … Read more
I am writing this post one month after I ran my marathon. Being injured for several years, it’s been a long time since I’ve raced 26.2 miles, and I forgot what to expect after you run a marathon. In some respects, I was pleasantly surprised by my marathon recovery. After all, I’ve researched how to … Read more