I've got a lot to discuss today, and all of comes right back to one thing: my butt. Let's begin, shall we? 1. Slow running kicks my butt. I spent another week of zone 2 runs per coach's orders.Now, let me just say, I am but a meager wanna-be at this point. I am still in school learning the ways of the body. I have only half-ass trained my way through my 4 marathons. When it comes to 5k's I get Continue reading →
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How Much Protein do Runners Need?
On the list of top five questions I'm asked as a personal trainer and running coach, "How much protein do I really need?" ranks somewhere between "will strength training make me bulky?" and "does this ever get any easier?" (the answers to the last two are "no" and "yes", respectively.) In the … [Read More...]
Eye Health for Runners: 3 Preventative Steps I Take
Thank you Rohto Dry-Aid for sponsoring this post. The laundry list of preventative measures runners take to protect various body parts before going for a run is long. Sweat wicking, technical clothing to prevent chafing. Specific sock, shoe, and glide combination to prevent blisters on the feet. … [Read More...]
10 Weeks to the Barkley Fall Classic: Training Week Three Recap
At the gym, I often have new clients approach me with trepidation. I partially blame Jillian Michaels: as much as I love her...enthusiasm? Can we call it that? Let's call it that. As much as I love her enthusiasm, she has given personal trainers the reputation for an in your face approach, … [Read More...]