If you’ve ever asked this question, ‘does cycling help running endurance?’, the good news is, yes, cycling can bolster your running endurance, as a cross training activity and keep your cardiovascular fitness if you’ve had a running injury. But how should you combine cycling and running in a way that makes you a better runner? …
You crossed the finish line. Now what? What you do in the next few hours decides whether tomorrow feels like ‘a little sore‘ or ‘I can’t do stairs.’ Here’s how to get through the rest of the day, and the days after. Immediately after crossing the finish line Once you’ve crossed the finish line, keep…
Have you decided that running in the rain is a better option than running on the treadmill? If you have, you might be wondering what gear for running in the rain you’ll need. Do you need a running rain jacket? Do you need to deck out in all waterproof running gear? What will keep you…
Running a 10K seemed like a good idea when you completed that race registration. But now what? How should you go about training to run all 6.2 miles? How many days a week should you run? What should you do to build your running endurance? If you’re planning on running a 10K, you need a…
If you’ve ever said, “the treadmill is so boring”, you’re not alone. A minute seems like ten. And staring down the treadmill display doesn’t make time move any faster. How much longer do you have to be on this treadmill? Treadmill running can be a chore, but here’s the secret: the treadmill can be your…
You’ve probably heard by now that strength training for runners should be a part of your running routine. But how do you combine strength training with running without leaving you too tired for your next run? And when? That’s where Finish Strong: Resistance Training for Endurance Athletes come in with the answers. What strength training…
You may have noticed it if you’ve been a runner for a while—your speed begins to fall off. So does that mean from now on, you should do only long, slow miles? Should you avoid speed work when you’re in your 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond? Or should you do more speed work to…
Got this question? How do I get better at running uphill? Whether you’re a new runner or a veteran, running hills hurt. (Even for that runner who seems to be gliding effortlessly uphill.) Your pace slows, your body feels heavier, and it’s just not as easy as running on flats. But running uphill, with all…
Are you running your first marathon but not sure what to expect on race day? I’ll share everything you need to know the day before your marathon, marathon day tips, and some strategies to help you tackle the distance. The day before your first marathon Grab your stuff There’s the obvious stuff—your running shoes, bib,…
Fueling for any run is tricky. Should you eat before running in the morning? (And risk an upset stomach?) Should you skip breakfast? (And maybe run out of energy midway through a run?) By the end of this post, you’ll have a good idea of what (and when) to eat before running in the morning…