Let’s be honest, we’re living in a pretty incredible time for athletes. Want a training plan? Ask AI. Need a strength session to complement your running? Ask AI. Not sure what a particular workout is supposed to achieve? Ask AI. Want someone to turn your slightly chaotic list of goals, available training days and favourite … Read more
Fall is here and that means shorter days. Many of my female athletes ask questions about safety at night. Some of them live in busy cities where others live off of country back roads. I have had the opportunity to live in busy places and back roads sometimes without a house for miles. Each place has its own set … Read more
Are you putting in the long slow easy runs, track workouts, yet struggling in the marathon? If you are, you are missing out on a crucial piece. Zone 3 running. The “efficiency run” or “tempo run.” While zone 2 has been receiving all the hype lately, the importance of zone 3 has not been getting … Read more
How to Handle those Hard Moments! If you’ve run an ultramarathon, you already know that at some point, things are going to get tough! Maybe it happens once, maybe twice, or maybe you find yourself moving through a series of difficult moments throughout the race. It might be nausea, tired legs, a drop in motivation, … Read more
Setting process goals that help you reach your dream end goal. As athletes, it is natural to dream big and think about the end goal. Whether that goal is qualifying for Boston, breaking three hours in the marathon, or simply completing your first 5K, having something to work toward can be incredibly motivating. These types … Read more
What Are Strides and Why Should Runners Do Them? Ever heard the word “strides” and wondered, What exactly does that mean? Been there. Strides are one of those things that coaches talk about all the time, but if you’ve never done them before, it can be confusing. So let’s break them down. What are Strides? … Read more
Many, many problems in ultras are linked to fueling. TRR coach Ryan Sheehy gives three proactive strategies for being your best on race day, and in training. A friend of mine kept cramping in ultras. Full-body, seize-up, day-ending cramps that DNF’d him race after race. He blamed his electrolytes and tinkered: more salt, extra magnesium, … Read more
Team RunRun coach Megan Plocher answers the questions about how long it takes to train for a marathon and the key points on how to do it. Let’s dive in! There’s nothing quite like signing up for your first marathon. You only get one first marathon, after all. One minute you’re clicking “confirm registration.” Next, … Read more
Team RunRun coach Ryan Sheehy gives three concrete examples of how varying your race distances can make you better at all of them. For four years, I built and rebuilt for ultras — my first 50K, then a 100K, then 50-milers, then two cracks at 100 miles. When I finally crossed the line of my … Read more
The simple truth – ultras don’t kill speed – TRR coach Ryan Sheehy digs into the myth and provides insight into going long AND fast! Five weeks ago I was standing at the start line of my first 100-mile race. Today I ran an 18:50 5K — the fastest one I’ve ever run. My previous … Read more
Team RunRun coach Jay Bates shares his experience of how to keep a running journal and why it’s so important on the journey to becoming a better runner and living a more enriching life. “The habit of writing for my eye is a good practice. It loosens the ligaments.” —Virginia Woolf Let … Read more
Team RunRun coach Tim Earley shares his story and strategy, along with the rationale behind why jumping rope makes you a faster, more agile runner. Jump rope has been a go-to tool for boxers for decades. Every iconic boxer, from Muhammad Ali to Roberto Duran to Mike Tyson to Floyd Mayweather, developed incredible skill with … Read more
What are they, why do we do them, and what is the true art of mile repeats? Team RunRun coach Jay Bates shares both his love for this classic workout and a comprehensive guide on doing it well. “Romance lives by repetition, and repetition converts an appetite into an art.” – Oscar Wilde Let me … Read more
Team RunRun coach Laura Sheridan has competed in the World 24 hour Ultrarunning Championships and she has a message for all ultrarunners about training! Said simply: Should ultrarunners do speedwork? YES! Let’s talk about why. I know many people get into ultrarunning because of the chill, run all day pace, social environment, and awesome people. … Read more
A deep dive into perimenopause and running with Team RunRun coach Kristina Folcik. Kristina shares her story as a woman, an athlete, and a coach in hopes that we can all learn and grow, and to better navigate this unique time in a woman’s life. The first athlete that I worked with who was in … Read more
How do you know when it’s time for a change with your training? Team RunRun coach Ryan Sheehy gives signs to look for to determine if you’ve outgrown your training plan. For the busy, ambitious runner Your schedule is packed, your goals are growing, and that generic plan you downloaded in 2021 just isn’t cutting … Read more
Team RunRun coach Jay Bates shares his tips on how using your watch can help you get the most out of marathon day! “The more constraints one imposes, the more one frees one’s self. And the arbitrariness of the constraint serves only to obtain precision of execution.” —Igor Stravinski, Russian-born composer, pianist, and conductor Here’s … Read more
TRR coach and ultrarunning adventure specialist Dandelion Dilluvio-Scott shares her experience and insights in her UltrAspire Zygos 6.0 Review – Enjoy! Gear Category: Hydration (Vests/Belts/Bottles) Name of Gear: UltrAspire Zygos 6.0 Typical Price: $199 Where to Buy: Running Warehouse or directly from UltrAspire Best Use, What did you use this piece of gear for the … Read more
TRR Coach Amanda Hamilton shares her next update on her return to running postpartum. I am here to provide some updates and inspiration after my first few races postpartum! If you are currently pregnant, thinking about getting pregnant, or in the throes of postpartum, I want to share my positive experience to show that it … Read more
This article is all about running on air! TRR coach Christina Mather shares her insights and tips on how to view and incorporate body weight supported running options into your training. Disclaimer: Views and information provided are written from a coaching and athlete perspective. Seek out recommendations of a medical doctor, sports medicine doctor, or … Read more
