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Sensory Deprivation Float Therapy
A week after my marathon, I found myself floating in a pitch-dark, sound-proof chamber searching for relaxation and recovery: sensory deprivation float therapy. In a sensory deprivation tank, you float up to your temples in
My 2017 Training Cycles and Custom Plans
Completing 2 marathons in 1 year fulfilled my 2016 long-distance running goal. I proved to myself that running my first marathon in 2014 was not a fluke and that I could complete 2 marathon training
Holiday Running Tips [Infographic]
With family, travel, shopping, parties, it’s really difficult to get those runs in. Don’t let the holidays wreck your running! End the year strong. Here are 6 holiday running tips to make sure that January’s resolution isn’t just
Hal Higdon Plan Reviews
I used a few of the popular Hal Higdon training plans early in my career. Afterward I reviewed these free and well-balanced plans.
Book Reviews
Favorite Find Friday: 5 Running Blogs to Check Out
Happy Friday! We had our first hints of cooler weather. It was a beautiful reprieve from August and a preview for what is yet to come. I am logging the miles and reading all I can
Walking for Faster Longer Runs
Many considering walking during their run as defeat. They run until they can’t possibly run any longer. Then they slump into a walk, head down in shame, and shuffle home. Or, maybe they try to
Day in the Life of an Amateur Marathoner
Training for a marathon can feel like a full-time job. Of course, you have the long runs on the weekend, but what else is taking so much time? You know, besides running 8 miles on
Runners Yoga: Cool Down Sequences [3 Videos]
Pairing a quick yoga session after your run is a great way to prevent your muscles from tightening up and to get you prepped for your next run. Last week I share some pre-run yoga videos.
Savannah Related
Sensory Deprivation Float Therapy
A week after my marathon, I found myself floating in a pitch-dark, sound-proof chamber searching for relaxation and recovery: sensory deprivation float therapy. In a sensory deprivation tank, you float up to your temples in
My 2017 Training Cycles and Custom Plans
Completing 2 marathons in 1 year fulfilled my 2016 long-distance running goal. I proved to myself that running my first marathon in 2014 was not a fluke and that I could complete 2 marathon training
Holiday Running Tips [Infographic]
With family, travel, shopping, parties, it’s really difficult to get those runs in. Don’t let the holidays wreck your running! End the year strong. Here are 6 holiday running tips to make sure that January’s resolution isn’t just
All Resources and Reviews
Running in Your Neighborhood
It's time to go for a run. But what if instead of packing a gym bag or driving to your
16 Boredom Busters for Running
You’re bored when you run? Bored Belle Good news! That means that running doesn’t take the entirety of
How to deal with runner’s burnout
Half way through my 5K training plan, I felt sluggish. My body was having difficulty adapting to training. I felt slow
10K PR from 5K Training (Race Recap)
Last week I hit a slump in my 5K training. I felt sluggish, burned out, unmotivated. Due to injury and
Midplan 5K Checkup and Nurturing Your Body for Training
Four week ago, this long distance runner began a 5K training program in between marathon training sessions. I thought it
Georgia Tech Pi Mile 2016 Race Recap
I drove up to Atlanta for the Georgia Tech Pi Mile 2016 5K. It was my 4th consecutive year there and my parents