running

Runner Holiday Gift Guide

Trying to decide what to get your runner for the holidays? Here is a gift guide with some ideas for…

2 weeks ago

Running Goal Setting for 2025

As we wind down 2024 and look towards 2025, many runners are starting to plan out their goals for next…

1 month ago

How to Recover from your Marathon

After finishing a marathon, prioritize hydration and a high-protein meal. Spend the day relaxing, and avoid running for at least…

2 months ago

Podcast Alert – Running Smarter, Not Harder

Coach Nora joins The Average Runner podcast to talk about her journey from being a long-term runner who made a…

2 months ago

Visibility in the Dark – See and Be Seen

As the days start to get shorter, runners are more likely to be training in the dark. One of the…

3 months ago

Three things from your office job impacting your run training

Working in an office can have negative impacts on your run training. Learn how to combat three major issues that…

3 months ago

Marathon Preparation Guide: One month until race day

With one month until your marathon, focus on refining training, fueling, and gear. Taper as race day approaches, managing 'maranoia'…

5 months ago

When should you start training for your marathon?

Effective marathon preparation starts months or years prior to the race. Key pre-training steps include building a strong mileage base,…

5 months ago

How to integrate strength training into your marathon training

Strength training can be a very important component of your marathon (and, hopefully everyday) training. Ideally, you would have started…

5 months ago

Why your second marathon may be harder than your first.

You did it! First marathon completed! Maybe you're happy with how you did, maybe not. But now you're planning the…

6 months ago