Coming Back After a Bad Race or Workout
All runners have bad days. The most prominent factor that sets a champion apart from others is the ability to move forward after a setback….
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Marathon FAQ
Question: How should I pace myself? Answer: If this is your first marathon, I recommend running at a conservative training pace-adding two minutes to the…
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How do you know when you have become an athlete?
You become an athlete when a physical challenge becomes a mental challenge and you keep going until you break through it. Jeff Galloway Resources: www.jeffgalloway.com Visit the…
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Walking is for Everyone
In my lifetime, I have helped more than 150,000 people learn to enjoy exercise and improve their quality of life. It has become clear to…
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How To Determine If You Are Overtraining
Your morning pulse is a great guide of overstress. Recording your morning pulse – immediately upon awaking. As soon as you are conscious, but before…
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Marathon FAQ
Question: Do any of the cross-training exercises help one run faster? Answer: Water running can help runners improve running form. The resistance of the water forces…
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Jeff Galloway’s Giant Rubber Band
On all marathons, I carry with me this device, which is mounted to my shorts in the small of my back. When someone passes me…
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Magic Mile Training in Hot Weather, Guest Blog by Chris Twiggs, Chief Training Officer, Galloway Training Programs
Question: I ran my first Magic Mile in 10:30 on an sunny, 84 degree day. What temperature related adjustments should I make to my MM time and…
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Concepts of Hill Training on Trails
Keep the effort level and breathing rate consistent and conversational as you approach a hill. Touch lightly as you go up the hill (many…
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Running Can Change a Negative Mindset Into A Positive One
What you think, say, and believe can stimulate the release of either positive or negative hormones. Mantras are a great first step to changing a…
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“Muscle Memory”
Your neuro-muscular system remembers the patterns of muscle activity which you have done regularly, over an extended period of time. The longer you have been…
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Aerobic VS Anaerobic
Aerobic running is done during long runs. Aerobic means “in the presence of oxygen”. This is the type of running you do when you feel…
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Don’t Dread the ‘Mill
Some runners detest the “dreadmill,” while others, afraid of galling or flying off the belt, haven’t dared to attempt a run on it. But if…
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The Power of The Group
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Marathon FAQ
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Water Running Can Improve Your Running Form
All of us have little flips and side motions of our legs that reduce our running efficiency. During a water running workout, the resistance of…