"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

Is there some unspoken trail running etiquette?

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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?

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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?

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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Molecular clue one more crumb on the path to combating obesity

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Researchers have been creeping down a path to try to find clues that will help them combat obesity – which as we all know is a major...

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Is it possible to train for a 10k without spending a lot of time outside?

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Dear Coach, I really don’t like running in the cold, but I’d love to train for a spring 10K event. Is it possible to do while...

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Do I need to work on my arm swing when I run, or is my natural style good enough?

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Dear Coach, In thinking about how I hold and swing my arms when I run, I’ve always done what comes naturally. But I’ve heard...

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