Strides are important and should be a staple in your running routine. Read on to learn what they are and why they matter. What Are Strides? Strides are short bursts of running, typically ranging from 50 to 150 meters, where you gradually accelerate to about 85-95% of your maximum speed before decelerating. They’re perfect to […]
Let’s talk warm-ups! As runners, we all know the excitement of lacing up our shoes and hitting the pavement, but there’s an essential part of our routine that we can’t afford to skip: dynamic stretching and mobility exercises. Incorporating these into your pre-run routine is key to enhancing your performance and preventing injuries, ensuring every […]
If you’re a new runner, you may be thinking: “Does this ever get any easier?!” We can promise you, just like anything else with practice, it does. Your body needs time to adapt, and for a new runner this is generally about 4-6 weeks. Trust us, we’ve been there. STARTING OFF Those first few runs might […]
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Speed work is an important component of any runner’s training program, and perhaps the most challenging. So we love to get it done at class together in Moms on the Run! By incorporating intervals, tempo runs, and other speed-focused workouts, we can improve our aerobic capacity, which is essential for sustaining efforts at higher speeds […]
Welcome to our Month of Miles streak challenge, where every step counts towards your streak of consecutive days of running or walking! This challenge will help keep you moving all month. How many days in a row can you go? How many days in June can you log activity? Whether you’re jogging, sprinting, or simply […]
To train to run faster, you need to run slow, easy runs. Sounds counterintuitive, right?! We aren’t downplaying the importance of speed training as part of your training plan to improve your performance as a runner. However, it’s really important to understand why slow runs are just as important to help you meet your goals! […]
Does a Run Have to be Long to be Effective? The amount one should run depends on a person’s individual goals. However, 30 minutes is a great goal that is doable in a busy schedule and has significant health benefits, both physically and mentally. Daily Activity is Key According to the U.S. Department of Health, […]
Moms on the Run franchise owner Amy Magdalein paced the Rome Marathon. Read more about her experience.
In the wake of the death of Laken Hope Riley, a University of Georgia nursing student who was murdered while out for a run, Jacksonville Moms on the Run was asked to talk about runner safety. One of our top priorities at Moms on the Run is safety, and the best way to do that […]
