The Three Most Common Tapering Mistakes
Are you committing these blunders in the final three weeks before your race?
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Jeff Gaudette
Jeff has been running for 13 years, at all levels of the sport. He was a two time Division-I All-American in Cross Country while at Brown University and competed professionally for 4 years after college for the Hansons-Brooks Distance Project. Jeff’s writing has been featured in Running Times magazine, Endurance Magazine, as well as numerous local magazine fitness columns.
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Mental Tips: Put Your Race In Perspective
That nervous feeling in the days leading up to a race can be good, but it can also be detrimental.
Running Is Like A Business: Know Your Metrics
Evaluate the right metrics or you could find yourself working hard with nothing to show for it.
Three Misconceptions About Minimalist Footwear
Let's debunk three of the most common misconceptions.
Is It Possible To Race Yourself Into Shape?
While not without its potential pitfalls, it is possible — and it can be beneficial.
Marathon Training: Run, Eat, Hydrate, Run
Practicing your nutrition and hydration strategy is just as important as getting in the miles.
Get Visual: Mental Tips For Training, Racing
Visualization and planning can go a long way on race day.
Marathon Prep: Running In Bad Weather Conditions
With fall marathon season under way, a variety of weather conditions are possible on race day. Here’s how to deal with them.
Four Reasons Why You Should Not Run A Marathon
Marathons are all the rage these days, but the demanding distance isn’t for everyone.
Creating An Optimal Long-Term Training Plan
Learn how to fit your shorter training blocks into the bigger picture.
The Secret Ingredient: A Shakeout Run
Learn how an early morning jog before a race will help you get going before the gun goes off.
The Pros and Cons of Following a Pace Group
Could pace groups be too good to be true?