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

Hey Balanced Running – During this time of uncertainty we should focus on the things we can control. Our daily training is something we can control. Our physical activity will help us cope with current circumstances by building our bodies and minds. If you want to train with me, check out Balanced Running’s Facebook and […]

Hello Balanced Runners, We hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable INDEPENDENCE DAY!  Congratulations to everyone who completed their race of choice (We rocked Woodstock’s Freedom Run).   Looks like tomorrow is going to be another hot practice – please make sure you hydrate well tonight and bring a water bottle tomorrow.  We will also be hitting the […]

Hello Balanced Runners! Get Ready!  Balanced Running is meeting at the Fast & Furry 5k tomorrow morning.  The event promises a “Pawsome” time.  This race supports one of Coach Debra’s favorite organizations – Paw Angels.  Start time is 0900 in Calhoun GA. In you can’t make it – tomorrow’s plan is:  Warm-up:        ROM Routine                         Hip Mobility Drills:              Skipping Run:                Time – 30:00 […]

Hey Balanced Runners! Be prepared to bundle up tomorrow morning – it might be wet and cold.  If it is raining, we’ll gather in a pavilion at the bottom of the hill near the trail head.   Here is the plan for tomorrow morning… Warm-up:        ROM Routine                         Hip Mobility Drills:              Skipping Run:                Time – 30:00                         Miles (I) – 1.5 mile […]

Hey Balanced Runners! The Klein’s are BACK! We missed you and are looking forward to seeing everyone bright and early tomorrow morning.  We are going to continue our stability strength phase and return to Stability A.  This week we will do two sets of each exercise with a low/moderate number of reps. Please be sure to bring your mat, […]

Hey Balanced Runners! Greetings from Alexandria, VA!  This week, Coaches Debra, Andy & Bill will be leading the way for Balanced Running. I hope you had a chance to try last weekend’s Stability A workout during the week.  This week we’re adding Stability B to the mix.  Going forward, you should work these routines into your weekly training (for […]

Hey Balanced Runners! Greetings from New Orleans! Welcome to week three of the first 5k training cycle.  The Klein Coaching Duo will be with you in spirit – Coaches Debra, Andy & Bill “put you through the paces” tomorrow morning. Here is the plan for tomorrow morning… Warm-up:        ROM Routine                         Hip Mobility Drills:              Skipping Run:                Time – 30:00                         Miles […]

Hey Balanced Runners! Welcome to week two of the first 5k training cycle.  Fingers crossed – it will be warmer tomorrow morning.   To accommodate schedules, we are going to try moving the durability session up this week.  Again, we are going to focus on our feet with this week’s specialty topic specifically the big toe joint.  We’ll also […]