Saucony Mirage Review

July 20, 2011

After my success with the Kinvara, I recently checked out one of the latest shoes from Saucony – The Mirage.   This shoe plays a nice middle ground by piggy backing of the minimalist design and success of the Kinvara, but providing an upper that is more supportive, thicker, and more reminiscent of a traditional running [...]

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Marathon Training Schedule

July 13, 2011

The basics of any marathon training schedule revolve around adapting the body to cope with the stresses put on it by running 26 miles; and while there are many ways to train for a marathon, with just as many marathon training schedules to match, the fundamentals remain the same.  Marathon season is rapidly approaching and [...]

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How To Tie Your Running Shoes

July 6, 2011

If you’re like me you get pretty frustrated when $150 pair of trainers comes untied in the middle of a good run.  Well, here’s something I picked up from a fellow coach at a workshop recently and I find it completely eliminates the problem and keeps my shoes nice and snug. You start by looping [...]

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The Common Sense Approach

June 24, 2011

I’ll start by saying I’ve done it. Back in my days of casting a larger shadow I would try anything to shed pounds.  Crazy diets combined with the latest supplements designed as much to lighten my wallet as my gut.  Most were worthless, and the ones that produced some degree of weight loss only did [...]

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Running For Beginners

June 18, 2011

Running For Beginners – Running, for beginners, can be perceived as either incredibly daunting or overly simple.  Both perceptions can have negative ramifications for those just beginning a running program.   Those overly intimidated by running can end up spending too much time and money trying to find the perfect pair of shoes, the best nutritional [...]

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Rocky Mountain Huff

June 17, 2011

Traveled to Denver this week and, like always, went for a run.  About three miles into it I felt like calling a cab back to the hotel.  The altitude difference and the dryer air made quite the difference.  Here are a few facts from my coaches manual on altitude change.  Have a great weekend! Total [...]

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52 Weight Loss Tips

June 10, 2011

Re-Post Friday.  Have A Great Weekend This weekend I hammered out  a list of 52 weight loss tips.  I included that many so, if you’re inclined, you can add one a week to your existing fitness routine and incrementally increase your calorie burn and fitness level while you decrease your intake.  This is a list [...]

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Sweat Test – Running

June 6, 2011

This time of year it’s vital that runners stay optimally hydrated.  Too much water can be as dangerous as too little because you can flush out your electrolytes with over hydration and cause your blood pressure to drop dangerously low.   A great way to determine how much water to take in during a run is [...]

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