Get that Stink Out?
Gym rat or not you know that workout clothes get stinky and need special care. The stink and amount of sweat goes one step further if you are a runner. Now you might be proud of the sweat in your…
Running Joyfully
This year one of my goals was to run a spring marathon and a fall marathon. So, in December 2021, I signed up for Eugene Marathon, which is supposed to take place on May 1st, 2022. I have spent this…
Debunking the Myths about Athletes Muscle Fibers
Last week, I talked to a running coach who said to me that long distance runners always have a great concentration of slow-twitch muscle fibers in their body, but for speed, we also need to develop fast twitch muscle fibers…
Why Skimping on Sleep Isn’t the Best Idea for Endurance Athletes?
I love sleeping. Nope, I am not talking about sleeping in. As a runner, I am an early bird. Over the last year I have learned that, sleep for athletes is an important recovery tool. However, I have become a lite…
How to Recover During Marathon Training
Last week was tough on my body because of the added load of training mileage and the half marathon race effort the previous weekend. It was a reminder that training for a marathon takes a lot out of you. We,…
Why You Should Put a Race on Your Calendar NOW
Spring races are coming up soon. If you don’t have a race on your calendar, it’s a good idea to register for one. There are many benefits of racing, no matter your running experience. From new runners to experienced runners,…
