The average age of the runner/walker has increased to 40+. The unequaled positive attitude boost, significant stress release and overall increase in vitality, focus and creativity are all reasons why people are starting to and continuing to run/walk. Part of the...
All about that pace – – – Q: What ratio do I need to use to run 10 minutes per mile? A: You’re asking the wrong question. There is a common misunderstanding about Jeff Galloway’s Run-Walk-Run method that a particular ratio will result in a specific...
Question: I am training for my first trail half marathon. Should I stick with my usual run/walk ratio – or run more by feel? Answer: Walk breaks are even more important on long trail runs than on long pavement runs. Not only will the walks allow you to cope with...
It is hard to believe but thousands of runners have improved their times by taking walk breaks. Running continuously causes the muscles to fatigue more rapidly, primarily because the muscles must be used lap after lap, or mile after mile – without relief. If you break...
Question: Where can I find information on races with runner reviews? Answer: The websites most commonly used by my runners are www.marathonguide.com and www.RunnersWorld.com There is a lot of information about most races in each of these. Be sure to read the runner...
First, make sure that you’re recovered. Once you’ve gone 9+ miles (half) or 18+ (full) , you can maintain this level, or increase your limit, by going at least 9 miles every other weekend (half) or 18 miles every third weekend (full). Those who will do a half or full...
