"For still there are so many things that I have never seen, in every wood, in every spring there is a different green."
-- JR Tolkien
Stop the ‘ouch’ from chafing on runs

Stop the ‘ouch’ from chafing on runs

Posted in Ask The Coach, Coaching Advice, Featured Stories, First Aid/Health, Health Advice, Injury Care & Prevention, Product Advice, Running, Running Gear & Gadgets | 0 comments

Dear Coach, I’m new to longer trail runs, and I’m having a few, um, chafing issues. What are the best shorts to run in? What else do...

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Desperately seeking the perfect energy bar

Desperately seeking the perfect energy bar

Posted in Ask The Coach, Featured Stories, Hydration / Nutrition | 0 comments

Dear Coach, I am looking for the perfect energy bar and feel absolutely overwhelmed when looking at my local supermarket energy bar...

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Looking for a great folding treadmill

Looking for a great folding treadmill

Posted in Ask The Coach, Equipment, Featured Stories, Fitness, Indoor Stuff, Product Advice | 0 comments

Dear Coach, I’m looking for a top-of-the line folding treadmill. I’m confused by all the marketing hype that’s out...

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Is there some unspoken trail running etiquette?

Is there some unspoken trail running etiquette?

Posted in Ask The Coach, Featured Stories, Fitness / Training, Running, Running Technique | 0 comments

Dear Coach, I am new to trail races, but one thing I’ve found is how nice everybody seems to be. Since I decided to train for my first...

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What’s the best way to tape toes and feet to prevent blisters?

What’s the best way to tape toes and feet to prevent blisters?

Posted in First Aid Basics, Fitness / Training, Injury Care & Prevention, Running Training | 0 comments

Dear Coach What is the correct way to tape toes and feet to prevent blisters on hikes or runs? What is the best tape to use on feet?  Is...

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Is there a different max heart rate for runners and cyclists?

Is there a different max heart rate for runners and cyclists?

Posted in Fitness / Training, Heart Rate, Heart Rate & Intensity Training, How Much Do I Do?, Running Training | 0 comments

Dear Coach, I use a heart rate monitor and have noticed my average heart rate is higher while running than cycling at a similar effort,...

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