“Do you taper for a 5K?” The answer to this question varies depending on your personal approach to training, your goals and timeline going into a 5K race. Running a 5K may seem like a short distance at only 3.1 miles, but, like any race, it takes mindful preparation to compete well. Before determining if you should taper […]

When I first started running I was diagnosed with something that is becoming more and more common. It’s common among runners and other athletes but it’s also common among people who work in offices and sit most of the day. It’s becoming more and more common – weak butt or what is also known as […]

At the beginning of the year I think there are just as many people making resolutions to get into shape as there are individuals seeking to stay fit. Most everyone lets their diet slide a tiny bit over the holidays and I think indulgence is healthy in moderation. One part of trying to stay fit […]

You probably know one. Maybe two. That sensible (crazy) person who runs marathons or even worse ultramarathons! They talk about running all the time. It’s all they do, really. They might be a family member a friend or a coworker. You may know a lot about them or very little – but what you do […]