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Why Representation Matters in Running, Coaching, and Beyond

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Representation matters. Not just in media, politics, or leadership, but in the world of running, coaching, and strength training. When you see someone who looks like you thriving, it sends a powerful message: You belong here too.

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How to Maintain Muscle While Training for a Marathon

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Endurance running naturally puts more stress on your cardiovascular system than your muscles, and without the right approach, you might start feeling weaker rather than stronger as training progresses. The good news? You don’t have to lose muscle just because you're logging long runs.

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Racing Fitness vs. Training Fitness: Why They Aren’t the Same

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If you’ve ever finished a race feeling like a superhero, only to struggle through a regular training run days later, you’ve experienced the difference between racing fitness and training fitness.

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The Hidden Risks of Taking Training Advice from Unqualified Sources

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If you’ve been running for a while, you’ve probably heard all kinds of training advice. Some of it is solid. Some of it? Not so much.

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