Let’s dive into why stretching after a run is so important for us. After a run, your muscles are warm and more pliable, making it the perfect time to stretch and improve flexibility. Stretching helps to gradually cool down your body, bringing your heart rate back to normal and easing your transition into recovery mode. […]
Category Archives: Training
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May
May
Let’s talk about running drills and how they can help improve your form! Running drills are specific exercises designed to enhance your running mechanics by focusing on different aspects of your stride. These drills, such as high knees, butt kicks, and skipping, emphasize proper posture, leg movement, and foot placement. By practicing these movements, you […]
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May
May
Let’s talk warm-ups and your pre-run routine! As runners, we all know the excitement of lacing up our shoes and hitting the pavement. Consequently, here’s an essential part of our routine that we can’t afford to skip: dynamic stretching and mobility exercises.t Incorporating these into your pre-run routine is key to enhancing your performance and […]
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May
May
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 […]