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If you’re a runner who knows you should be strength training, but feel like it has to be complicated, time-consuming or require a full gym setup, you’re not alone! This is one of the biggest barriers I see with runners. The reality? Strength training can be simple, not take too much time out of your […]
When I was training for my first marathon, I thought all I needed to do was run miles and didn’t realize the importance of strength training for marathon training. Strength training felt optional and something I’d do “if I had time” which to be honest, I never seemed to get around to doing. Sound familiar? […]
Most runners either skip strides or turn them into all-out sprints, and that’s a completely missed opportunity! Running strides are one of the smallest, simplest drills in a training plan, yet they can have a huge impact on how efficiently and confidently you run. When done correctly, they teach your body to move faster, smoother […]
The term “easy running” is buzzing, and for a good reason! More runners are starting to realize that the key to getting faster, building endurance and staying injury-free isn’t always found in pushing harder, it’s often found in learning how to slow down. However, easy running is widely misunderstood. Many runners worry it means they’re […]
As you’ve likely seen across the news, the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans were recently released. I wanted to share my thoughts on them through a sports dietitian lens. If you haven’t read them yet, you can find the full guidelines here! Before we dive in, there is something I need you to understand first. […]
With New Year’s quickly approaching, I bet you’re thinking about what you want to accomplish in the year ahead, with your running, upcoming races and nutrition. I’m fully in support of this as I absolutely encourage goal-setting. Having a direction and something to work toward can be motivating, empowering and helpful, especially when it comes […]
This page contains an affiliate link, which means I may earn a commission if you purchase—at no extra cost to you. Fall racing season is one of the most exciting times of year for runners, but race day is also when fueling mistakes tend to show up the loudest. This year, I heard from many […]
If you celebrate Thanksgiving, happy almost Thanksgiving! And if you’ve been feeling guilty for eating during the holidays, you’re not alone. While the holidays can bring excitement, traditions and time with loved ones, it can also bring stress, especially around eating, exercise and body image. I see this every single year with the runners I […]
Congrats! You just ran 26.2 miles, such an incredible accomplishment! Now, marathon recovery is just as important as the training and racing that got you to the finish line. Too often, runners jump straight into another marathon race or training cycle, thinking nonstop racing is normal. Social media makes it look that way, but it’s […]
What you eat and drink after a workout can make a big difference in how your body recovers, and that’s where recovery drinks for runners comes in. Recovery drinks can deliver protein and carbs, what your body needs to repair muscles and replenish energy stores. The best part? Recovery nutrition doesn’t have to be complicated. […]
