Mobility is the usable range of motion in our joints. The more range we have, along with strength and control throughout that range, the better we can perform in training and races. This week, we’re highlighting three hip mobility exercises to target your pesky tight spots : Couch Stretch, Hip Cars, and 90/90 shin boxes.

Run slow to run fast. Sounds like an oxymoron to most, but it’s a training principle that works well for most runners (many of my athletes included) and provides a lot of benefits in training and life.

Welcome to the post season everyone…well mostly everyone. With all but a few big races to go this year, the only thing left to do is kick up the ole running shoes and hang up the hydration packs and take it easy, right?

Wrong!

Crossing the finish line I was out of breath but my legs felt strong. I ran in line with my current fitness, a 3:48:54 finishing time. My A goal was 3:45, so I was very happy hitting my B goal. I eventually stopped my watch and got my heat foil. I continued walking to exit the finishers shoot and was fully convinced I walked straight past the medals, don’t worry they are just closer to the exit area that I am used to for races.

It’s a combination of physical, mental, and emotional factors our body experiences from the rigors of months long training for a big goal and hard racing.

The perfect pair…how to find the right running shoes

Marathon #14! Chicago is a must do marathon!

A guide to counting macro nutrients (Protein, Carbs and Fat)

Training is more than the workouts you complete. Recovery plays a vital role your performance.