Today, Moms on the Run National Fitness Director, Olympian Carrie Tollefson, talks about a favorite topic: sleep! We’ll repeat it over and over — sleep is critical for our bodies. And if you’re serious about running and feeling your best, prioritize a good night’s rest like it was written into your training plan. Sleep […]
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Today, Moms on the Run National Fitness Director, Olympian Carrie Tollefson, talks about the best time of day to do a workout. Hint: Know your body and what works for you!
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Lakeville/Burnsville Moms on the Run Franchise Owner and Head Coach, Kim Burggraaf, was recently invited to share her story with The Faces of Lakeville. Writer Annie Collins shares: “Once you start reading this story, you will quickly understand why Kim Burggraaf, franchise owner of Lakeville Moms On The Run, was nominated to be featured as one of The […]
Today’s training tip is all about hill repeats! Moms on the Run National Fitness Director, Olympian Carrie Tollefson, claims it’s one of her favorite workouts. Listen in as she explains the advantages of hill repeats and how to do them.
Moms on the Run National Fitness Director, Olympian Carrie Tollefson, shares one of her favorite running terms: Fartlek! This fun word is Swedish for “speed play,” a form of interval or speed training that can be effective in improving speed and endurance. Listen in as Carrie takes you through a fartlek training exercise. We also like […]
Intervals. They’re a huge part of our training at all levels at Moms on the Run. Today, National Fitness Director, Olympian Carrie Tollefson, talks about the importance of intervals. An interval running plan alternates between periods of intense, fast paces followed by less intense recovery periods. This style of running aims to maximize your aerobic […]
Join Moms on the Run National Fitness Director, Olympian Carrie Tollefson, for part 3 of our stretch series. Today’s stretch focuses on our hip flexors, a group of muscles in the area where the thighs meet the torso. Tight hip flexors can cause hip and lower back pain, especially in runners. And because of the […]
Our Month of Miles Challenge is designed to help you stay motivated and accountable. Move your body every day: running, jogging, intervals, and walking all count (walking is encouraged!). Each week you’ll set a goal to maintain or increase your distance at least 10 percent. Your challenge goals are personal — you’ll start right where […]
As a runner, you need to be aware of the different types of medical professionals who can help you — whether for wellness, recovery or injury. Today, let’s talk about chiropractors. While some people may think chiropractors are just for those who are experiencing back pain or have been in an accident, many chiropractors today focus on wellness […]
If you’ve ever had a massage, you know the relaxed feeling you get when you’re done. But, is it worth the money? Are there actual benefits of massage for runners? Learn more about recent scientific research that actually supports the idea that regular massage can boost muscle recovery and be a valuable training tool to […]