In my Phidippides store in Ansley Mall you’ll see the first place trophy that I won in the 1st Peachtree Road Race in 1970.  It was very unusual to have such a big trophy in a 10K road race and many ask me who was the sponsor.  Here is the story. My friend Tim...
Most exercisers don’t need to worry about eating or drinking during a run until the length exceeds 90  minutes. At this point there are several options. In this case, most runners wait until the 30-40 minute mark in the workout before starting to take the blood sugar...
Photocopy this list so that you will not only have a plan, but you can carry it out in a methodical way. Pack the list in your race bag. Don’t try anything new the day of your race except in the case of health or safety issues. Stick with your successful plan....
By inserting short run segments into a walk, many walkers can pick up their pace and get to the finish line before officials shut it down. The gradual placement of run breaks will also allow the body to adapt to gentle running. It is fine to walk exclusively during...
After having run in races, every year, since 1958, I’ve come to believe that success comes from getting the “little things” right.  As you prepare for the big day, you will be organizing yourself, gaining mental focus, reducing tension, anticipating problems as you...
How much should I eat the day before a long run?On the day before your long runs, practice eating. Be sure to jot down what you eat, and how much. You can fine-tune the plan as you go through the program, based upon what works for you. Then, on the day before your...
