To build power, strength and endurance you should incorporate hill training or hill repeats into your training. Here's how to do a very simple hill repeat. 1. Do a warm up run for 10 minutes. 2. Locate a street or trail with an incline that is moderately difficult to run, or set the treadmill to …
Month: July 2009
Safety First
Do you know what ICE stands for? I mean other than what you add to the blender when making a margarita? It stands for In Case of Emergency and these three little letters can help save your life! The International Assn of EMT's and Paramedics recommends that you use these three letters in front of …
2:10 Pacing Report
When I was asked to be a pace leader for the 2:10 half marathon leg of the San Francisco Marathon I was flattered but very nervous. Those nerves amplified significantly as I was waiting for the race to begin, holding my 2:10 Pace Sign and waiting for people to join me. It was foggy and …
SF Half Marathon Pre-Race Update
As I mentioned a few weeks ago, I signed up for the SF Half Marathon which is taking place this Sunday. I also mentioned that I hadn't really done much race preparation prior to registering for the event and didn't really have a lot of time to cram in any long runs beforehand. I know, …
Beach Bodies
Our family spent the weekend at New Hogan Reservoir in Calaveras County camping at the lake, floating in the water, dragging the kids around on the tube, etc. This meant that I was in a bathing suit for the majority of the weekend. And no, my body is not perfect, but I refuse to let …
That Salad Has HOW Many Calories? Yikes!
I took the kids to lunch yesterday and decided on California Pizza Kitchen in Corte Madera. It's very kid friendly and loud so my kids and I would fit right in. I was reading the kids' menu to check out the offerings and was surprised that they have increased the variety and options. This is …
3 Simple Tips to Achieve Your Goal
Shout out to my pal Katie! She is on her 32nd day straight of going to Yoga. Her goal, last I heard was to do 60 days straight. I'm very happy that she's been able to stick to her commitment. As we all know, setting a goal is one thing, doing what it takes to …
Blisters, Shin Splints and Pulled Muscles – Oh My
Running poses some risk of injury. Your knees and feet bear the brunt of the action with your knees alone taking 700-1000 pounds of impact. Per step. Ye-ouch e momma! As a runner who's run marathons, half-marathons and other races I have experienced my fair share of injuries (big and small). Here are a few …
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Top 3 Things Not To Do Before A Long Run
If you're training for a long distance event that means you are scheduling your long runs for a Saturday or Sunday morning. Because it's summer you are probably entertaining more or going out to dinner with friends and are just more social in general. Here are some quick tips on what you should NOT do …
Fair Affair
The Marin County Fair just closed and is packing up as I write. For 5 days our quiet lagoon was transformed into a blinking light, carnival barking, kid screaming, fried food-a-palooza! Some people actually don't like the fair. Too loud, too dirty, too, too everything. Our family, however LOVES the fair. The questionably safe rides, …
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