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Last week we talked about why the second time you train for a race is totally different than the first time. But today we’re here to talk about that first time you decide to tackle a given distance. I know that if you’re thinking about it and willing to put in the work you can... Continue Reading →
Is there even one perfect runner out there? Probably not, but if there is one out there it isn’t me, that’s for sure! There is a lot more to being a perfect runner than just running and if your want to take your game to the next level you might have to make some changes... Continue Reading →
Spring training season is just around the corner and side note I don't exactly have a clear plan yet. Yes that's stressing me out a bit but I'll figure it out soon. This is the perfect time of year to sit down make a list or write a letter to yourself about why you want... Continue Reading →
If you have trained, are training for or are planning to train for an endurance event you’ve probably heard the pearl of wisdom to just ‘trust the plan’ but should you? And what exactly does that mean? People throw it out there in group runs, at start lines, in instagram captions and well, anywhere athletes... Continue Reading →
I don't know about all of you but I'm reaching that point in my training cycle where things are getting, well a bit nuts. Where people ask you what you're doing later and you have to say things like "running 16 km and eating all the carbs." Then they look at you in disbelief, shake... Continue Reading →
Sometimes life gets tough and you've got no choice to push through, other times you can afford to take a step back and take a bit of a breather. That's true in training and in life. Here's a little secret even the people who write plans don't totally expect you to do every single workout... Continue Reading →
In Canada we complain about the weather a lot, like a lot a lot! Truth be told it’s not really that bad but it is super unpredictable. That is until our spring on the East coast this year, there basically wasn’t one. Which means it was cold and wet, wet and snowy up until pretty... Continue Reading →
I’ll put my hand up here and tell you that I’ve occasionally taken pain meds to help me get through long runs in particular even though I don’t think it’s a great idea. I’ll also bet that if you’re a long time exerciser you’ve done it too. If you’re a new runner starting out you... Continue Reading →
No training plan is written just for you. Here's how to customize one to fit your life!
It's almost spring training season! Or maybe if you don't live in the great white frozen north (this week) it already is for you. For the first time in three years, I'm not really sure what I'm doing this year. Usually, I have a pretty good idea what's up next year as early as the... Continue Reading →
