Fartlek Fartlek, created by Gösta Holmér, means “speed play.” It’s like interval training except the intervals can be variable instead of consistent. An example of a running Fartlek would be run to the nearest tree then recover, turn left, now sprint to the nearest playground equipment, now walk for one minute to recover, jog backward […]
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3 Things Your Half Marathon Training Schedule Doesn’t Show You
Let’s face it when you start out training for your first half marathon many runners aren’t familiar with training beyond 3 to 4 weeks. The mere first look at a 12-week training program can be intimidating. A training schedule at the bare minimum needs to show you miles(km) required on a weekly basis and running […]
Why your worst run could hold the secret to your best race!
Have you ever had a long run during training that was absolutely atrocious? In fact, the run was so bad that you actually questioned your running abilities. You might have even questioned whether or not you were going to complete the training required so you can be prepared for race day. Fear not, you’re not […]
Don’t miss the Top 5 Beginner to Finisher Running posts of 2018!
In case you missed them, here are the top 5 most liked and shared posts of 2018! Give them a read it very well could supercharge the runner inside of you for 2019! Have a safe and happy new year! Sincerely, Scott O. Morton #5 5 Easy Ways to Boost Motivation on Race Day! […]
Thanks to my readers!
I wanted to take the time and dedicate this post to all of the readers and fans that have taken their time to write raving reviews for my books and gave me great feedback over the past 1.5 years of writing. New runners are full of questions Whenever someone takes the time to send me […]