1. During my time training on the Palouse, temps could dip into single digits with wind chill! My teammates and I would put a thin layer of Vaseline on our…
Spring is a great time to start training for a race. Whether you have never run a race or have run hundreds, here a few things to help you get…
Read MoreDo you want to begin a running program or are you coming back after an injury? Are you currently running zero to 15 miles per week? The Fit School /…
Read MoreWhether you wish to find a running group or a consistent running partner, here are some tips to help you find the perfect match. How to find a running partner…
Read MoreAre you ready to make 2019 your best walking, running, and/or racing year ever? The secret ingredients are a combination of speed, pacing, and long runs sprinkled with rest and…
Read MoreTips from Coach Carol In your calendar, commit to the days and times that you will exercise and make dates for workouts with friends. Keep these commitments like you would…
Read MoreWith the days getting shorter, the weather colder and wetter, and holidays heading our way, it may get harder mentally to get yourself out for a run or walk. Here…
Read MoreAs the weather turns cooler and rainier, sometimes it is difficult to get motivated to workout. One thing that you can add to your life to stay healthy are LEAD…
Read MoreTapering can be one of the hardest parts of training. Tapering involves decreasing your mileage during the last few weeks before your race. This allows your body to replace all…
Read MoreA common mistake that many runners make is increasing their weekly mileage too soon. By gradually increasing your mileage, you decrease your risk of injury. The general rule for increasing…
Read MoreAs many of you know, a mile is a little more than 4 laps around a standard track. When I was competing in track and cross country at the Pennsylvania…
Read MoreThe Hardest Type of Training There is one type of training that is the most difficult. Even though it is the most challenging, it can help you stay injury free,…
Read MoreGo UP! Hill workouts are a great way to improve your running performance. By running up hills, you gain strength in your muscles which is difficult to achieve with flat-land…
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