UPDATED November, 9, 2022: After being injured and out of running for 2.5 years, I’m back to training and setting PRs and enjoying every run. How am I seeing improvement after less than six months of running? A big reason is strength training. Strength training for runners makes you run faster. It doesn’t make you … Read more
After childbirth, it’s become more common to think about the strength of your pelvic floor. After all, the pelvic floor, the muscles that hold up the contents of your pelvis and have been working overtime for nine months. But this work can lead to weak pelvic floor muscles and also tight pelvic floor muscles which … Read more
You can do a sit-up pregnant. NO! You can’t! It’s dangerous!…You can do a plank. NO! Stop! You’ll hurt the baby! There is so much confusion and misinformation out there regarding safe pregnancy core exercises. So, I’m setting the record straight with key information and a suggested ab workout for pregnancy. When it comes to … Read more
You don’t have to have a race on the horizon to stay in running shape or even racing shape. Maybe there aren’t races to fit your schedule? Or you’re sick of running races? Maybe it’s too stressful and you’d like to take the pressure off? Perhaps the logistics of racing as a mom are too … Read more
Oh, the treadmill. Runners have a love/hate relationship with the thing. But the truth is, whether you are escaping the suffocating sweltering heat, the slippery icy roads, or can’t leave because of a sleeping baby—the treadmill is an amazing tool that can help get you fit in the convenience of your own home. And these … Read more
Kettlebells and runners are made for each other! Kettlebells are easy to store. Kettlebell exercises are simple to do. Kettle weights work key muscle groups for running. And, this kettlebell leg workout for runners is sure to improve your speed, power, and endurance. What makes kettlebells so good? A kettlebell is shaped like an iron … Read more
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