Mile Markers: Magic Number
Last week marked 10 weeks since I started running again after my fracture. And at 10 weeks, running is feeling pretty good. I ran 30
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Trail Running Tips for Road Runners
Trail running sounds intimidating to many road runners. The roads are consistent, while the trails are unpredictable. Yes, trail running is different than road running,
Mile Markers: Feb-dreary
Last week’s training was one of those weeks with several adjustments based on the weather. The week before was absolutely perfect for running, so in
The Benefits of Training by Time
Garmins are a wonderful invention but sometimes we as runners over-rely on the technology. Many runners – including myself – become obsessive about the ability
Mile Markers: Comeback
Last week’s workouts reaffirmed that a gradual return from injury works. I have been back to running for about nine weeks now, all easy to
Indoor Track Workouts for Winter Training
There’s no denying treadmill is a valuable training tool, especially in winter. However, many runners prefer moving forward instead of running in place. In winter,
Mile Markers: Polar Vortex
After a relatively mild start to winter, a polar vortex descended upon the Great Lakes region this week. On Wednesday, the actual temperature did not
Mile Markers: Back to Speed
Another week of training and another step forward in injury recovery is completed. Over the past several weeks, I’ve built back up to five continuous
My Top Productivity Tools for Online Coaching
Online coaching has become incredibly popular over the past few years. The combination of another running boom and a technology boom transformed coaching. No longer
Mile Markers: Snowshoes and Snowstorms
I feel my appetite coming back. Physically, I am starting to eat more again. I actually lost a bit of weight during my injury, mostly
Frosty Forest Trail 6K Race Recap
Racing is fun for me. Whether I am pushing my body to its very limit over the course of 26.2 miles or enjoying a local
Mile Markers: Off of the Road and Into the Snow
After an oddly mild start to winter, snow finally accumulated last week. I also had my first full week of continuous running after my metatarsal
Training Intentions for 2019
In 2018, I had one big time goal that dictated my smaller goals. A sub-1:35 half marathon was within my abilities if I trained hard,
Mile Markers: Reloading
Returning from any sort of bone injury requires a careful reloading process. Even though everything feels well physically, I’m gradually increasing the training load for
Mile Markers: Christmas Week Runs
Last week I probably ate a higher number of Christmas cookies than miles I ran. I still ran and it was glorious, but since I
Holiday Gift Guide for Runners (Just Run)
In anticipation of Christmas, this month’s Just Run round-up features our holiday gift lists for the runner in your life. I love being able to
Mile Markers: Closing Time
Last week moved into our first house! Our original intention wasn’t to purchase so soon after moving back to Indiana, but it worked out so
Mile Markers: Out of the Boot
In terms of workouts, last week was a good week. My ortho cleared me for cross-training and I eagerly took advantage my first full week
Modified Strength Workout for Injured Runners
Activity restrictions accompany many running injuries. For some injuries such as stress fractures, any sort of impact or weight-bearing might be restricted. Injuries and activity
Mile Markers: The Six Week Wait
Six weeks have passed since I broke my third metatarsal. Originally, the urgent care doctor projected 3-4 weeks in the boot. When I visited the
How to Get Out of a Running Slump (Just Run Round Up)
It happens to many runners: one day, you just don’t want to go for a run. Then the next day, and the day after, and
Mile Markers: Thanksgiving Week
One of the many reasons we moved back to the Midwest was to easily visit family for the holidays. A better part of this week
How Reframing Training Set Jess Up for Marathon Success
Many of us runners struggle with type-A tendencies and perfectionism. We overanalyze every single split, meticulously count our mileage, and try to extrapolate our race
Mile Markers: Halfway There
The halfway mark was one of the most mentally difficult weeks of this injury. Three weeks in the boot already has felt so long. A