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.
Category Archives: Blog
Moms on the Run Blog
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 […]
The benefits of running in regards to cardiovascular, mental and physical health are huge. However, anytime you do physical activity there’s a risk for injury. Learn about four common running injuries and how physical therapists can help. Our friends at Summit Orthopedics have expert physical therapists to help guide you to recovery. Learn More […]
“I have noticed this pain for a few days now.”“Sometimes the pain wakes me up at night.”“It gets worse as I run or walk.”“I just feel so sluggish.””Something just isn’t right.” Do you ever have these thoughts? An orthopedic doctor can diagnose, treat and, more importantly, help you determine the cause of your injury to […]
Join Moms on the Run National Fitness Director, Olympian Carrie Tollefson, for part 2 of our stretch series. Take a seat on your mat, as today’s stretch, the seated twist, works the muscles in the back of the thigh (the glutes) and the buttock. The gluteal muscles are large, strong and used often — while […]