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Insights and wisdom from lifelong runners with a mission to educate and motivate individuals to make small changes each day to live healthier lives and to have fun while doing it.

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This Breath of Mine

In February we asked, “Why does Running make your Heart Race?” and received many fun and thoughtful responses. The following is a favorite response from Tammy Bennett about running, the…

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Stretch It!

Flexibility is a key component to fitness, feeling youthful, and staying active throughout your life. The perfect time to stretch is anytime you have a minute or two during the…

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Summer Runner Traveling Tips

Summer traveling doesn’t need to ruin your training.  With a little planning, you can make this your fittest summer yet. Plan your training: When planning your trip, block out periods…

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3 Marathon/Half Marathon Success Secrets

Training for a marathon or half marathon is an exciting adventure. Having trained hundreds of runners to injury free, successful races, I have found 3 key strategies to racing success….

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Lookin’ Good! Improving Your Running Form

A great way to improve your running is by working on your running form.  While we are all perfect, our bodies are not symmetrical.  Knowing that, no one is going…

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Goal Setting for the New Year Plus One More Thing

Writing down your goals helps you to decide the direction you want to go in your exercise routines, your nutrition patterns, and your life.  Having goals also gives you a…

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5 Ways to Stay in Shape and Eat Healthy Over the Holidays

Goal: This week, sit down for 20 minutes and plan out the next month. Plan to make healthy food, exercise, and time choices over the holidays. The average adult gains weight…

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How to Be a Faster Runner

Many people ask me how to improve their running form. When most people start a running program or want to go faster, the common thought is to stride out and…

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