Running without expectations seemed to be a careless way to indulge in running a marathon. However, during the last mile of the 2009 P.F. Changs Phoenix Rock ‘N’ Roll Marathon, I got about 250 high fives (give or take) as I strolled along with a beer in one hand and the other celebrating the final…
For the last 5 years, I have taken on an unusual and highly rare approach to my fitness. It may not seem weird to many others, but if you ask most weight lifters and runners, I doubt they would say their workouts included the others approach. Well, mine does. It can be extremely challenging being…
Today’s article comes to us from Ali Pepler, a regular contributor to RunningSomewhere. __________________ Many people ask why people are crazy enough to “give” up months of their social life in order to run 26.2 miles. There are so many reasons people feel compelled to do this whether it be in honor of someone, a…
This Series on Creating a Training Plan is brought to us by Brett Oblack of Step1Runner. ______________________ In part 1 of this article, I discussed some basic steps towards creating a training plan that is both challenging and designed around the principle of sustainable progress. As you grow in your running ability, sooner or later…
Today’s article comes to us from Brett Oblack, regular RunSome contributor & writer for Step1Runner. As a passionate runner, it is sometimes hard for me to remember that not everyone likes running. I have to accept that some people find it boring and dread the thought of lacing up their shoes for a run. Does…
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