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Running in the Heat 2
Ok, it is that time again. For a few months I thought it was going to be a cool summer, but then … “BAM” it was hot. Ok, no problem. I have done this before. I love running in the … Continue reading
Posted in Advanced Runner, Beginner Runner, Half Marathon Training, Marathon Training, Running Coach
Tagged Goal, half marathon, marathon, muscle ache, race pace, racing, recovery, running, speed work, Tempo run, Training
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How to prepare (Mentally) for the big race
So you have a race coming up. You did the training, maybe you missed a day or two, but for the most part you followed the plan and now your a week away from the race. You started tapering back the miles. … Continue reading
Posted in Advanced Runner, Beginner Runner, Half Marathon Training, Injury, Marathon Training, Nutrition, Running Coach
Tagged Goal, half marathon, health, marathon, race pace, racing, running, speed work, Taper, Training
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Boston Marathon 2013
Before this week, I planned for this post to be much different then it will be. This was my first Boston Marathon, and was to be the best day of my running life. The day started off great. I arrived … Continue reading
Posted in Race Reviews
Tagged boston, healthy-living, marathon, muscle ache, racing, running, Training
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Disney 2013 Marathon Weekend
Well the fun race that I have had on my bucket list is over. It was a crazy 4-day trip. Every morning I was up at 3 am and running at 5:30 am. We (my wife and two adult sons) ran … Continue reading
Posted in Race Reviews
Tagged Disney, Goal, half marathon, marathon, muscle ache, race pace, racing, recovery, Training
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5 Keys to reaching your potential on your next race
I have written about these individually in different posts. But I think it is important to tie them together into one. I’m not going to go into as much detail in this post on each one. Instead I will try … Continue reading
Posted in Advanced Runner, Beginner Runner, Half Marathon Training, Marathon Training, Nutrition, Running Coach
Tagged Goal, half marathon, health, marathon, race pace, racing, recovery, running, speed work, Tempo run, Training
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Wineglass 2012: My Boston Qualifying Race
Training for this race included a combination of races and training over the last four years. With the Olympics in 2012, I would think to myself, this is my Olympics. I can’t imagine competing at an Olympic level, and the … Continue reading
Posted in Race Reviews
Tagged Goal, marathon, race pace, racing, running, speed work, Taper, Tempo run, Training
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Why do I run (part 2)
Why do I run (part 2) It has been a while since I posted. Training for a Marathon can be very time consuming. As I sit on the plane going to my Marathon I have time to reflect and relax … Continue reading
Posted in Running Coach
Tagged Goal, health, healthy-living, marathon, racing, running, Training
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Running Gadgets Updated 2015
I first wrote this in 2012. A lot of new products are on the market now, plus I have learned a bit more over the last few years on how to manage my gear. First a bit about me so … Continue reading
Take it Easy, part 2
Ok, today my training plan said to run 10 miles easy pace. Let me back up a little first. I am training for my 4th marathon and I plan to qualify for Boston on this Marathon. I am in my … Continue reading
Posted in Beginner Runner, Half Marathon Training, Injury, Marathon Training, Running Coach
Tagged Goal, half marathon, health, marathon, muscle ache, race pace, racing, recovery, running, Taper, Training
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Deep Tissue Massage
I recently finished my 3rd deep tissue massage session. I got my first one 4 days before I ran a half marathon. Although I didn’t PR on the half (manly because the race conditions were hot and humid) I do … Continue reading