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Workout Of The Week: Recovery Run
Recovery runs will do just as much to enhance your race performances as any other type of workout. Photo: Flickr. Recovery runs don’t actually accelerate muscle recovery, but they do have other...
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Recovery: Is Professional Guidance Needed?
If you have a running injury, it might be smarter to seek professional guidance for treatment. Photo: www.shutterstock.com Returning from an injury might require more than a self-diagnosis and...
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Train To Recover — Don’t Recover To Train
Recovery runs should be an important part of your weekly training regimen. Photo: www.shutterstock.com Get more out of your training by doing it “backwards.” Your fitness increases not while you run...
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Tossing And Turning: Runners And Sleeping Issues
Learn what you can do to get the right amount of sleep you need to recover and feel rested. Sleep. Almost all runners could use more of it, but very few are able to get the optimal number of hours...
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The 3 Keys To Proper Nutritional Recovery
Who doesn't love a peanut butter and jelly sandwich after a workout? Photo: www.shutterstock.comRecovery is the neglected performance enhancer, and proper nutrition is the best recovery enhancer....
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Part II: Where Is Your Sweet Spot Mileage?
Your sweet spot mileage is not necessarily how many miles you can tolerate running per week. Photo: www.shutterstock.comLet your body’s response to training determine how much you train. In my last...
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Video: The Importance Of Active Recovery
Click on image to watch the video. In this video, Sage Rountree, author of The Runner’s Guide To Yoga, explains the benefits of active recovery and how it can fit into your training schedule. While...
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Injured? Here’s How To Stay Sharp
If you're nursing an injury, it's important to stay sharp during your time away from hard training so you come back strong. Photo: www.shutterstock.com Follow these suggestions so you can return from...
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Recover Better To Run Faster
Photo: Scott Draper/CompetitorMaximize your training and progress with optimal recovery practices. Runners love to talk about their training. Epic long runs, tough hill sessions and killer track...
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Video: Restorative Yoga For Recovery
In this video Sage Rountree explains the benefits of restorative yoga–the most effective style for endurance athletes which emphasizes deep relaxation in an effort to feel rested and recovered. RELATED...
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Video: Working Recovery Into Your Meals
Sage Rountree, author of “The Athlete’s Guide To Recovery,” explains how what you eat throughout the day is important to recovery and performance. The post Video: Working Recovery Into Your Meals...
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What’s In Your Blood? One Test Can Tell You
An in-depth blood analysis can provide a glimpse into how your body handles the rigors of training and racing. Photo: www.shutterstock.comA blood analysis is a great tool for amateur athletes to use if...
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For Best Results, Train Your Age
Older runners, just like their younger counterparts, must be careful to not train more than their age allows. Photo: www.shutterstock.comThe best way to train depends on your age and how old you are...
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Sleep Better (And Longer) To Run Better
Taking naps during the day can lead to imsomnia during the nighttime hours. Photo: www.shutterstock.comHere are five ways a good night’s sleep can help improve your running. Everybody knows how...
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5 Tips For Recovering From A Tough Workout
Instead of drinking when you're over-thirsty, try taking small sips of water throughout the day. Photo: www.shutterstock.comA professional runner provides insight to a better recovery. When it comes to...
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Adding Downtime To Your Training Plan
Schedule some downtime during your training—it will make you faster. Photo: www.shutterstock.comAre you taking your time away from running seriously enough? Seasonality and cyclicality are engrained in...
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4 Simple Steps To Improving Your Running Performance
Wonder physical therapist Kelly Starrett shares his top tips for enhancing recovery, preventing injury and ultimately boosting performance. 1 of {count} Back to Start View Larger Image.1. Hydrate...
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Want To Recover Faster From Running? Start Swimming
Swimming laps not only helps runners with endurance, but it also builds strength and enhances recovery. Photo: www.shutterstock.comYour next workout may do more to help you bounce back than compression...
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Think You’re Overtraining? Check Your Pulse
Heart-rate training in its simplest form. www.shutterstock.comNo fancy equipment needed — just your finger, a notebook and one minute a day. Even though I prefer not to train and coach by heart rate,...
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Summer Running: Adjust, Adapt And Be Realistic
Training in the summer gets complicated because of the heat and other factors. Photo: www.shutterstock.comSummer training presents a unique set of challenges. Here’s how to combat a few of them. While...
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