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Five Ways Running Can Help Your Mental Health
Running for me has a direct correlation on my mental health. Running and mental health are very often spoken about together and can be very intertwined. Mental Health and Athletics have been in the news a lot lately. I think it is a conversation that is extremely important. Athletes at a high level are held to a different standard and have different pressures than the everyday athlete. It is important to have the conversation of elite athletes and mental health. BUT I think it is equally important to discuss the benefits that exercise can have on the average person. My hope is that the conversations can be had without causing…
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Friday Favorites: Running Shoes
Good Running Shoes are a MUST. A shoe that doesn’t fit well or isn’t made for your foot type/running style can lead to injury…. and honestly can take the fun out of running altogether! This weeks Friday Favorites is all about Running Shoes! Below you will find my favorite running shoes. Once I find a shoe it used to be very hard to get me to try anything new. Even new versions of the same style. However, after having two kids and I switched things up. I have been on the hunt for a new shoe that I love. Below are some of my old and new favorites! If you…
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Hill Sprints – Three Reasons they are the Secret Weapon in Training!
Hill Sprints are the workout we all have a love/hate relationship with. They are so hard, but so good all at the same time. Below are three benefits of Hill Sprints (Plus a Bonus!). Hill Sprints really are the secret weapon in every training cycle. It is rare that you find a workout that can translate into so many benefits! They are a must try! Strengthen Running Muscles – Hidden Strength Training – Hill Sprints are a form of resistance training. They are strengthening your Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Calves, and Glutes. Reduce Injury – See Above! Speed work is a great way to improve running speed; however, it comes with the…
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Why Strides Are Important. Three Reasons to Add Strides to your Training Plan.
Why Strides Are Important. Three Reasons to Add Strides to your Training Plan. I would argue that strides are the most beneficial thing to add to your training plans. Strides are short sprints at 85-95% effort. They are commonly added at the end of easy runs or before a race or workout. Strides have MANY benefits. A few of those are listed below. How to: A stride should be done at 85-95% of your max effort, last about 20-30sec or 80-100meters, and should be gradually entered and gradually exited. This means the pace should start ‘easier’ and gradually increase speed over the first 5-8seconds and then reach your 85-95% effort,…
