You can go running with a cold if you feel up to running and your symptoms are above the neck. However, if you have a hacking cough, headache, fever, or sore throat, it is best to rest. Otherwise, you risk prolonging your illness. Read more about when it is okay to run while sick. Cold … Read more
Racing in bad weather is bad luck but can also be very likely. Runners running a race in bad weather need to adjust their mindset, focus on what they can control, and adjust their effort. Get all the racing tips below. My two dear friends are toeing the line as we speak for the Indianapolis … Read more
Hydration for runners running long distances is so important for proper biological functioning. Registered sports dietitian Megan Robinson says generally runners should aim to drink about 16 ounces of fluid with about 400 up to 1,000 of sodium before your longer runs and intake about 400 mg of sodium and 16 oz of fluid during … Read more
The best way to get used to running in the heat is to not avoid it. The more you run in hot weather, the more physiological changes your body will undergo to adapt. These changes will make you a faster running in cool weather, so it is worth the discomfort. Learn more on how to … Read more
The half marathon is a great distance as it is both challenging but doable. The marathon is much more challenging and time-intensive, but doable with the right training. I am rounding up the best half marathons and marathons to run in the spring. These races are flat, fast, and well-organized. I created this list thanks … Read more
The time for running cold weather is finally here! And, it happened fast. All summer and most of fall we’ve been yearning to run in cooler weather. Now, it’s cold enough here in Tennessee for it to snow. And, now we’re facing the grim reality of how hard it is to get motivated when it’s cold … Read more