Coach / Pacer Bio
Background I am a lifelong runner and have found a love for both running and coaching. During 5ks I always like to talk about when someone is going to sign up for the marathon....
Category: Running
Important Coaching Names
Percy Cerutty (Middle Distance Running) Bill Bowerman (Jogging) Arthur Lydiard (Running to the top) Bob Martin Peter Coe (Runner Program) Jack Danials https://runsmartproject.com/dr-jack-daniels/ Jeff Galloway (Run/Walk!) Roy Benson (Heart Rate Training) Tim Noakes (Lore...
Your Last Long Run
My last long run of the season or my last long run of the year? When is it time to take a break and not do anymore long runs? Seven weeks ago, I developed...
Building Discipline
Yesterday’s article was about having some discipline in running, but it applies to everything I am doing. The discipline of running means building good habits that are productive and healthy. This is my start...
Mental Toughness
I’ve come to learn over the last 10 years that running isn’t about physical as much as it’s about mental toughness. Run is 90% in your head, and the last 15% is mental. There...
C is for Chafing
No matter what your shape, weight, or height, chafing and running go together. I was inspired to write this and all my other A-Z posts by Mark Remy who wrote the book “C is...
B is for Blister
It seems like every runner is proud of their ugly feet. I know my dad is particularly proud of the fact that he had his toenails removed because of running in the mountains. (A...
Top Tips for Running a Virtual Race
Since the pandemic began, race organizers have reluctantly cancelled in-person events in favor of virtual races, but this new phenomenon has runners around the country feeling confused and hesitant to join in. Newbies and...
Hot or Cold
Do you prefer to run in the hot or cold? For the longest time, I always preferred colder weather. My body works much less when running in the cold, and it is physically easier...
How long do you run in your shoes?
This seems to be the eternal runners’ question. How long do you keep your shoes for? Strava has this nice little shoe section that allows you to put your shoes in a select the...
