What is supercompensation in running? Is this the next thing to be superified—super storms, super strains, super moon… No, supercompensation training theory has been around for a long time and it could supply a big boost in your fitness if done correctly. In short, supercompensation in running is when you increase your training load (also … Read more
The key to not hating running is to give it a chance. If you can commit to consistently running three times a week for three months, chances are you will end up loving it. The other day I was at a playdate for my daughter and her friends when one of the moms said to … Read more
A lot has been learned in just the past few years about what exercise is safe for pregnant women—and how much. For the longest time, it was believed that running while pregnant could hurt the baby or even cause a miscarriage. And just thinking about if you can run a marathon while pregnant was out … Read more
Proper nutrition can be the difference between a successful running career and one riddled with running injuries. Sports dietitians share their favorite healthy meals for runners that include the macronutrients runners need to train and recover hard. I have a secret to tell you—something that happens to me on the regular. I get completely blocked … Read more
Oh, the marathon. What a beautiful and heartbreaking beast that we all strive to tame. There are so many variables in a marathon that can work for or against you. With it being such a long way, there is a lot of room for error. That’s where these race day tips come in These race … Read more
Studies show that about half of female endurance athletes have low iron. Female runners lose iron every month due to menstruating. We also lose iron in our sweat and foot strike. Low iron can hurt performance and make you feel very tired. Small changes to your diet can help you keep your iron levels where … Read more
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