with Coach Kelsey McGill Whether you’re new to the sport or a seasoned veteran, just about every one of us has been in the throes of some stomach-revolting nightmare. On the nausea rollercoaster and guzzling down another gel sound like a good idea? YOU’RE KIDDING, RIGHT?! Got the endless squirts and you’re only a third … Read more
“Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face” – Mike Tyson This quote couldn’t apply to ultrarunning more when it comes to fueling and nutrition. Oftentimes, when looking up race nutrition, you’ll find tips about what food should be eaten, when, how often, etc. While it’s good to have a baseline strategy, … Read more
Part 3: Executing the Plan Big running goals can be scary. Is it the right goal? Can you reach it? What if you get injured? How do you get there? What if you’re not ready? That’s where having a coach comes in. Having a coach can help you in a variety of ways: Unfortunately, coaching … Read more
Part 2: Making a Plan Big running goals can be scary. Is it the right goal? Can you reach it? What if you get injured? How do you get there? What if you’re not ready? That’s where having a coach comes in. Having a coach can help you in a variety of ways: Unfortunately, coaching … Read more
Part 1: Getting Started Big running goals can be scary. Is it the right goal? Can you reach it? What if you get injured? How do you get there? What if you’re not ready? That’s where having a coach comes in. Having a coach can help you in a variety of ways: Unfortunately, coaching isn’t … Read more
It was New Year’s Eve 2023, and I was sitting on my couch thinking about what the next year would bring. I had recently been engaged, changed jobs, and ultimately had a whirlwind of a year. With everything going on, running had taken a back burner. I was out of shape and, admittedly, quite a bit chubbier than … Read more
Tips on getting started and sticking with it By Mike Urbanski, TeamRunRun Coach One of the most wonderful things about our sport is that anyone in decent health, at any age, can do it. And if you ever decide to run in a race, what other sport includes an 80-year-old in the same event as a … Read more
Standards, Goals, and Expectations: How I think about these three aspects of sports as a coach & athlete As the head coach of a high school team, I find myself thinking about and coming back to standards, goals, and expectations often. These aren’t just set between me and the team but also between me and … Read more
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
