Category Archives: Training Tips

TRAINING TIPS

Get the most out of your workouts – and everyday life – with these tips and tricks provided by the experts at Moms on the Run.

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Running Through Perimenopause and Menopause

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 […]

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MOTR in the news: Tips to Stay Safe while Exercising in Heat

In honor of Global Running Day, fitness franchise owner and head coach Amy Magdalein of Jacksonville Moms on the Run was featured on News4Jax to share tips to stay safe while exercising in the heat. Global Running Day is an annual event to encourage people of all ages and abilities to get moving and reap […]

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Your First Half Marathon: 10 Smart Tips for Training and Race Day Success

Are you ready to take on your first half marathon? Whether you’ve completed a 5K, are working through a 10K plan, or just want to tackle a big goal alongside your favorite mom running group, training for a half marathon is one of the most empowering journeys you can take. At Moms on the Run, […]

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The Best Recovery Tools for Runners

Recovery Tools: Speed up the Healing Process Running is an incredible way to stay fit and provides many benefits. However, it can also leave your muscles sore and tired. To keep moving pain-free, recovery is just as important as training. While rest, hydration and stretching help, modern recovery tools can speed up the process. Let’s […]

Does running ever get easier?

Does running ever get easier?

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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Training Tip with Carrie: Rest

Today, our National Fitness Director, Olympian Carrie Tollefson, grants you permission to…REST! Zero miles. Relax. Have fun. Listen in on why it’s important to include a rest day and what the difference is between rest and recovery.   Hi, everybody. I’m Olympian Carrie Tollefson and also your National Fitness Director at Moms on the Run. And today’s Tuesday […]

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Training Tip with Carrie: Tempo Run

Today, our National Fitness Director, Olympian Carrie Tollefson, shares about tempo training. The goal during a tempo run is to maintain a challenging pace that is comfortably hard but sustainable for a prolonged period. It should be a pace that feels “controlled discomfort.” You’re pushing yourself but are still able to maintain good form while […]

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Training Tip: Intervals Defined

We do a lot of intervals during Moms on the Run workout classes. Today, our National Fitness Director, Olympian Carrie Tollefson, shares a bit more about interval training.   Intervals provide an effective way to challenge your body, improve aerobic capacity and enhance performance by pushing your limits in controlled bursts. Listen in!  

Training Tip with Carrie: Heat, Humidity and Hydration

Today, Moms on the Run National Fitness Director, Olympian Carrie Tollefson talks about the three Hs: heat, humidity and hydration. During training, you need to hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. This is especially true as the heat rises during the summer months. Remember, hydration is not only refueling with water but with electrolytes. Listen in! Hi everybody, […]