Do you pack your running shoes when going on vacation? Do you view getting your runs in while on vacation a great way to see the city? Or are you someone who considers going on vacation, a vacation from running? As we’re getting vaccinated, many of us are going on our first “real” vacation since […]
Lessons learned from training during the pandemic, then jumping into the racing frying pan. I was trained but my times were not as I expected (or wanted). I was physically ready but the mental side was not, my confidence was shaken to my core when I realized I was being “sized up” by my competition […]
First and foremost, I’m honored to coach and mentor future Army Officer, Gabriel Jones. Secondly, as a former Officer in the Army, I knew Gabe had to make some changes to achieve his goals. When Gabe hired me as his coach, he wanted to improve his running and cardiovascular peak performance for his military running […]
Now that “live” races are in full motion, many of my athletes are transitioning in preparation for their distance racing in the fall. Some questions have come my way regarding the best fruit for running endurance. While I’m not a registered dietitian, I have worked with several and below is my own research on the […]
Start your week off right and join us for FREE group runs every Monday (April – October 2021) at 6:30 pm in downtown Kennesaw, GA. Who: Walkers and Runners (all levels) are welcome! NO JUDGEMENT! Where: Meet in front of Venue on Main. Address: 2847 S Main St, Kennesaw, GA 30144 When: Every Monday 6:30 […]
Warm-up: ROM Routine 20 squats 10 l/r leg hugs 10 l/r leg cradles 10 l/r on-the-horse, off-the-horse 10 jumping jacks Workout: Terrible 2’s 1-mile easy run 12 x 200m Odd intervals – 10 jump squats Even intervals – 10 x 4 count flutter kicks 0.5-mile easy run Mobility: Stretching routine
Your legs will thank you next week
69.9% of men spent over $900 +on running apparel, shoes, watches/technology, races (virtual) and coaching Women spent $1,100+ (apparel and investing in their goals by hiring coaches) 57% of runners (male & female) purchase at least 2 pair of running shoes per year. Over a billion pair of running shoes are sold worldwide each year. Sports massages are […]
Put your Brain to the Training Test: 120 – That’s the number of minutes you need of moderate intensity exercise per week to improve memory. Standard recommendations are 30 minutes to 60 minutes of some form of physical activity. Habit – Establish a habit – when you go to the grocery store, park further away and […]
Setting realistic Goals while staying safe & keeping the distance: Have a SMART model – write them down – it’s a contract with yourself and your future self will thank you! Specific – be specific, i.e., I want to run/walk 3 times a week for 20 minutes, etc. Or, I want to eat healthy, will […]
