Running is effectively balancing on one leg after the other, over and over again, through the entirety of the run. Balance is therefore an essential skill all runners need to master. Perform the runner’s toe touch drill (demonstrated in the video below) throughout the day for a few seconds at a time to improve your running-specific balance. Train smart! … [Read more...] about Runner’s Toe Touch Balance Drill
Recipe: Black Bean Tomato Chili
This dish spices up black beans for a delicious soup that is easy to make and works well for leftovers the next day. Ingredients 1 can diced tomatoes2 cans whole black beans½ cup chipotle (or your favorite) salsaPinch of basil Instructions Rinse black beans a sieve. In a pot, combine diced tomatoes, black beans, salsa, and basil. Cook over medium heat for about … [Read more...] about Recipe: Black Bean Tomato Chili
A Workout Does Not Equal Training
In making the distinction between training and working out, I previously noted that one can perform a workout without necessarily training for an event. One can go out and exercise vigorously, work up a sweat, and enjoy the endorphin release. As a result, one may be happier, healthier, and fitter for having done the workout. But the workout may or may not contribute toward a … [Read more...] about A Workout Does Not Equal Training
Racing to Test the Human Heart, Physically and Metaphorically
“You have to wonder at times what you're doing out there. Over the years, I've given myself a thousand reasons to keep running, but it always comes back to where it started. It comes down to self-satisfaction and a sense of achievement.” ~ Steve Prefontaine Why race? As American distance runner Steve Prefontaine taught us, the real purpose of racing is to test the … [Read more...] about Racing to Test the Human Heart, Physically and Metaphorically
Learning to Differentiate Between Gears in Your Training
Raise your hand if you drive in the same gear whether pulling out of your driveway or driving down the freeway? At this point in my survey, I’m hoping the room is void of raised hands. Now, raise your hand if you run at one pace day in and day out? Or swim at the same speed from one workout to another? Or bike at the same effort level day after day? If you answered … [Read more...] about Learning to Differentiate Between Gears in Your Training