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Why Listening to the Wrong Advice About Strength Training Could Lead to Injuries for Runners
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Discover why bodyweight exercises, resistance bands, and yoga are critical for runners’ strength, especially in injury prevention. Learn how skipping these steps could lead to setbacks and how working with a coach can guide your recovery and progress.
Overcoming Slow Recovery for Masters and Menopausal Athletes: Tips for Faster Healing and Better Performance
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Masters and menopausal athletes often experience slow recovery after workouts. Learn how to speed up recovery with tips on rest, nutrition, strength training, and stress management. Check out my Tendon Health Guide for personalized recovery strategies.
How Goal Setting Can Transform Your Running Journey
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Discover how effective goal setting can help runners like you unlock your full potential. Learn strategies for creating personalized, sustainable goals and building resilience in your training.
Why Your Fueling Strategy is Slowing You Down
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Most runners don’t realize they’re underfueling until their performance starts slipping. The problem? They focus on calories instead of carbs, leaving their bodies running on fumes. In this post, I break down why low-carb fueling is holding so many athletes back, how it impacts training and racing, and what to do instead. If you’ve ever felt like your workouts are harder than they should be, your fueling strategy might be the missing piece.
The Butterfly Effect and Endowed Progress: Powerful Forces for Your Running Journey
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Understanding and applying the endowed progress effect and the butterfly effect in your training can change the way you approach your running goals. It’s not just about the big milestones or race times—it’s about recognizing the power of small, consistent efforts.