The Day Before the Marathon

Four months of training later and here we are: the day before the marathon. I just capped off hundreds of miles of training with an easy two-mile run. It’s incredible how short that distance feels now! But it’s not over yet. I’ve been focused on fueling all week, but today and tomorrow morning more than […]

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How to Buy Athletic Shoes

No matter what activity you enjoy, buying athletic shoes is an important consideration. Your feet are receiving all the impact of the physical effort, and that impact travels up your legs and affects your entire body: knees, hips, back. Wearing the wrong shoes or shoes past their prime can cause pain and chronic injury. I spend […]

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The Importance of Rest

For someone who struggles to get to the gym, it can be hard to believe, but for avid exercisers and for those who are actively trying to lose weight, rest days can actually be a challenge. It’s so tempting to get back out there and keep working toward your fitness goals. However, rest days are as […]

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