You don’t have to look far to find a social media post claiming that running and other high intensity exercise is bad for you, especially after a certain age, because it leads to an increase in cortisol. Influencers state that high cortisol increases belly fat, prevents weight loss and causes other health problems. Is this […]
Category Archives: Running
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Aug
Aug
Whether you’re new to running or a seasoned marathoner, you’ve probably heard someone say, “Don’t forget to stretch!” But what does proper stretching really look like for runners? Do you stretch before you run, after or both? Is it OK to skip stretching if you’re short on time? And what’s the deal with static versus […]
25
Aug
Aug
More than 250 runners joined us for this year’s Moms on the Run 5K/10K and Kids Run at beautiful Lake Phalen in St. Paul and online virtually. For our in-person event, we were greeted with perfect, fall-like temps for our race! (Amazing after last year’s heat wave.) If you ran with us, you can find […]
14
Aug
Aug
Can you believe we are at race week?! We made it! Let’s make the most of this week before the starting line. Here’s our chance to slow down, reflect on our journey, and celebrate all the effort that brought us here. After weeks of showing up for runs, pushing through hard workouts, and staying committed […]
07
Aug
Aug
You’ve trained hard, built your endurance, and put in the speed work. Now it’s time to let that hard work pay off! In the final week or two before a race, a proper taper can help you arrive at the starting line feeling fresh, strong, and ready to go. While tapers for shorter races aren’t […]
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Jul
Jul
If you’ve ever started a race feeling amazing only to crash halfway through, you’ve discovered one of the biggest challenges in racing: Pace! How fast should you go so that you don’t burn out too soon, and are able to stay the course (pun intended!) and finish strong? Previously, we discussed many strategies that can […]
30
Jul
Jul
For many women, running has always been a source of strength, clarity and community. You may remember the challenges and excitement while running pregnant, and the way running has carried you through past significant changes. When perimenopause or menopause hits, running can suddenly feel different. Hot flashes, disrupted sleep, fatigue and mood swings are just a few […]
24
Jul
Jul
Many of us have a big race coming up: for us at Moms on the Run it’s the Moms on the Run 5K/10K! So let’s talk strategies to race smarter. While your training lays the foundation, how you approach the race — from pacing to mindset and more — can make a big difference in […]
09
Jul
Jul
We all know the importance of proper warm-ups in general. But what does it look like to warm-up for race day? Let’s talk about why and how to warm-up well to meet your racing goals. You’ve picked your outfit, pinned your bib, and triple-checked your playlist. You’re ready to go – almost! Have you planned […]
01
Jul
Jul
For most runners, “interval training” and “recovery” are not words that belong together. When you think about interval training, likely your mind goes directly to the fast, challenging repeats that will define your workout that day. The part of the formula where you put in close to your max effort, and in return will get […]