As an interval runner for almost a decade now, I have run three marathons, three half marathons, and a multitude of smaller races. Through miles of training and racing I’ve learned there are many pieces of gear a runner can buy, but what are the most important things to a distance runner’s performance? Shoes First […]
Tag Archives: Half Marathons
It’s a cure-all for depression, a midlife crisis, and many other life events that leave you with a challenging time. Running is a great way to get in shape, but when you combine it with a specific goal of a marathon in mind, you’ll enjoy an even more rewarding experience! Before summer rolls around, many […]
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Sep
Sep
There’s nothing like the rush I get from a long, long run. Many runners experience a “runner’s high” after a run that keeps them coming back for more. There is one problem: running can be boring if not done right. Here are some fun tips and tricks I’ve found to get you up and running […]
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May
May
Recently I was able to increase my training by running a course from the beginning of the year. This was a wonderful thing, because it took quite a while to recover from a foot injury and some other health issues that had plagued me for two years. Now that I’ve finally gotten myself in good […]
Not long ago I wrote an article about insulin resistance and how it can make you lose weight. I also mentioned the book in that article, The Insulin-Resistance Diet: How to Turn Off Your Body’s Fat Making Machine, and how the authors explain how to lose weight using the “link and balance” method of eating. […]
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May
May
The first race I ever ran was the Fourth of July in Daytona Beach under the rising sun. Even though I love the beach and just hearing the sound of the waves crashing, it was a thrilling finish crossing that got me hooked on running (sometimes on the beach). Since then run, half-marathons and 15k, […]