with Coach Dandelion Dilluvio-Scott Many ultra distance events provide the optional service of delivering athlete drop bags to specific aid stations along the course. Drop bags are critical tool for ultrarunners especially when running without crew or at remote aid stations. They allow runners to access an array of personal items along their journey. Choosing the items … 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
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
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
TRR coach Shiloh McGlasson shares her stroller running tips to keep you training well while parenting! New Parent with time limits? Stroller running is the way to go. When my husband had those long working days, a stroller was the only way I could run. Here are my best tips and tricks for keeping you … Read more
If you are preparing for your next marathon (Or your first ever!!!!), it may be a little daunting to remember what items you need to have for race day. It (no joke) can literally be the difference between a successful race or a run to forget. To help you get ready for the race, Team … Read more
by: TRR Coach Dandelion Dilluvio-Scott Team RunRun Coach Dandelion tested and now shares her Norda shoe comparison. Dandelion is a coach, an adventurer, a gear expert, and an all around outdoor enthusiast – Enjoy! Name of Gear: Norda 001, 002 & 005 Where to Buy: Nordarun.com, runningwarehouse.com & REI.com Best Use: What did you use … Read more
For runners in the northern hemisphere, winter training brings its own challenges: decreased sunlight, cold, as well as the misery of getting on the treadmill “dread mill”, to name a few. Read on for some tips and techniques to rekindle your motivation to keep going or get back on the bus! Motivation Tips for Winter … Read more
The Link Between Fit, Feel, and Faster Running How well does your sportswear fit? Is it optimized for running economy, efficiency, and performance like the shoes you carefully researched and tested? No? I didn’t think so. When we think about performance in sport, our minds usually go straight to training, nutrition, or the latest piece … Read more
For durable, comfortable way to carry what you need for trail adventures, the UltrAspire Legacy 3.0 Race Vest could be the perfect answer! Gear Category: Hydration (Vests/Belts/Bottles) Name of Gear: UltrAspire Legacy 3.0 Race Vest Typical Price: $120 Where to Buy: Running Warehouse or directly from UltrAspire Best Use: The UltrAspire Legacy 3.0 Race Vest is a great option for … Read more
How the ActivityTracker app can help runners stay consistent and connected to their goals. We are surrounded by distractions in our day-to-day life that can push fitness goals to the wayside: that’s where the ActivityTracker app comes in! Your personal accountability partner in your pocket, ActivityTracker helps you stay consistent and progressing towards your goals. Here’s how: 1. … Read more
Well, well, well, I finally got to try a pair of On running shoes: the On Cloudsurfer 2. After seeing the On logo everywhere–in the mall, on various roads and running paths, on Rich Roll’s t-shirt–I finally got to see (well, feel) what all the Swiss fuss is about. The On Cloudsurfer 2 is the main … Read more
The curious case of the dead headphones and missing running mojo. As a knowledge worker, I’m behind a computer screen consuming media for most of the day. It’s constant stimulation: DMs, email, meetings, phone calls, etc. Going out to run in the morning or at lunch is my way to free the body and the … Read more
The story of how one Team RunRunner, Jared Younger, is merging his love for running and fashion, with self-expression and creativity. The first thing that probably springs to mind when you think of running gear is high-performance clothing, clothing designed for functionality rather than fashion. Jared Younger, founder of Museum of Distance Running (MODR), wasn’t … Read more
The gamification of fitness is a trend that has been gaining popularity over the past couple decades with fitness video games and virtual leaderboards. More recently, we’ve seen the marriage of fitness games with VR technology, but it goes as far back as the Nintendo Wii’s Wii Fit and Wii Sports series. Likewise, the PlayStation … Read more
Name of Gear: COROS Heart Rate Monitor Gear Category: Accessories/ Technology (heart rate monitors) Typical Price: $79 Where to Buy: coros.com, rei.com, skimo.co, backcountry.com, runningwarehouse.com Best Use: Athletes are always in search of wearables that will provide more data! However, metrics mean little if they aren’t accurate. Wrist monitors on today’s watches have come a long way, but there are still large inaccuracies … Read more
Running headphones have certainly evolved quickly in recent years, look no further than Suunto Wing headphones. We’ve gone from running with giant, over-the-ear Sony Walkman headsets, to the tangled cords of your iPod Shuffle, and earbuds that fall out from one drop of sweat. Today, the newest iteration of running headphone tech takes listening to … Read more
Finding the right gift for a runner can be tricky, but Team RunRun has got you covered with this 2024 holiday gift guide! Whether it’s for training and racing, recovery, safety, nutrition or hydration, our coaches shared their favorite gifts for the runner in your life. Safety First Recover Like a Pro Winter Essentials Hydration … Read more
Whether runners should use rate of perceived exertion (RPE) or heart rate monitors is the question. At best, this is a heavily debated topic of which approach is best, with an incredible amount of nuance within each modality. As an athlete and coach, my experiences have ranged from receiving many questions around this topic, to meeting … Read more
