Tag Archives: Training

The Other Half of Interval Training: Recovery!

When you think about interval training, likely your mind goes directly to the fast, challenging [...]

The Power of Mental Strength for Runners

Running is often called a physical sport, but any seasoned runner will tell you: mental [...]

MOTR in the news: Tips to stay safe while exercising in heat

Today, June 4, is Global Running Day — an annual event to encourage people of [...]

Carbon-Plated Running Shoes: Are they worth it for the everyday runner?

You’ve probably heard the buzz—elite runners setting records and everyday athletes raving about a new [...]

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, [...]

The Power of Pacing: A skill to be mastered for every runner

One of the most important yet often overlooked skills in running is pacing, which is [...]

Check In On Your Goals: Making Adjustments to Stay the Course

Spring training is going strong, and many of us are about a quarter of the [...]

Why Rest Days and Easy Runs Are Essential

When you’ve got big running goals, it can be easy to believe that more miles [...]

Know Your Why

Know your why. If you’re looking to build a sustainable habit of chasing goals and [...]

Are you getting enough sleep?

We can’t continue our discussion on proper rest and recovery without diving further into the [...]