Tag Archives: training
Training tip: running with kids
If you are a runner and you are a parent then you are also one other important thing: you are a role model. Regardless of […]
Read more →Training tip: Fartleks
What?? Yes, you read that right. Fartlek is the Swedish translation for ‘Speedplay’. Used in running training it refers to periods of fast running interspersed […]
Read more →Training tip: staying motivated
There’s nothing like the enthusiasm of signing up for a goal race to get you to start running, or the excitement of getting close to […]
Read more →Training tip: proper running form
As you ramp up your training for the RBC Run for the Kids, it’s a good idea to be aware of your form. Don’t re-invent […]
Read more →Hydration!
Hydration is important to maximize performance during training and maintain body temperature. Adults need approximately 2-3 liters of fluid every day, and active individuals may […]
Read more →Peeing one’s running pants…
Yes, I’m going to talk about it. Last night my training run was for speed. After warm-up, Seanna made me run at a very fast […]
Read more →So, about that 17K run…
For some reason my coach Seanna told me I had to run 17K as part of my training. I thought she was nuts. Isn’t my […]
Read more →A milestone reached!
It turns out that I can run 15K. I did it yesterday. It took almost two hours, but I did it. Here’s what it looked […]
Read more →Time to get serious!
Ok, so I can now run 13.26km to be precise. (My goal this past Saturday was 14km, but my body just refused to do it.) […]
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