Running a half marathon is challenging. Training for a half marathon is even more taxing, especially if you’re a beginner runner. If you live in a cold place, it’s challenging to train outside. A treadmill is not just a great addition to your home gym; it is also a good Read More
Can I Train For A Half Marathon On A Treadmill?
What is a gear check bag?
If you’re not new to running then you probably already know what a gear check bag is. If you’re new to running or haven’t raced much then you might still be wondering – what on earth is a gear check bag? A gear check bag (or drop bag) is usually Read More
Should Beginner Runners Run Everyday?
Determining how many days a week to run is a make or break factor for most new runners. If we choose too many days we risk falling off the bandwagon never to return to running. If we choose too few days for running, you might not ever progress beyond the Read More
17 Tips to Help Boost Your Motivation For A Virtual Half Marathon Race!
Signing up for a virtual half marathon is the easy part. Sometimes actually running your virtual half marathon weeks into the future is another. Let’s face it when you compare a normal half marathon race to a virtual half marathon race they both seem essentially the same. One of the Read More
How far should I run as a beginner runner?
There are many reasons that people decide to start running. Some people see their friends running marathons on social media and think to themselves they can do that too. Other people want to increase their health. Whereas other people view running as a simple way to stay in shape without Read More
When Should You Retire Running Shoes?
If you’ve stuck with running consistently over a year’s worth of time, you’ve probably packed on some miles. If you run roughly 10 miles a week then this would translate into about 40 miles per month. If you calculate this out, you’re looking at about 520 miles in one year. Read More
What is a virtual half marathon?
As you already know, participating in a half marathon is a significant feat requiring hour upon hour of hard sweat training. However, without thoughtfully mapped-out water/aid stations and hordes of supporters cheering you on, a virtual half marathon can come with several peculiar challenges. What is Virtual Marathon or Half Read More
How to find the time to train for a half marathon
When I started training for my first half marathon, I was being turned and twisted in a suburban-tornado-of-a-life. I was juggling 50+ hours a week, crying fits from a 2-year-old, plus raising an 8-year-old, and a 10-year-old – at the age of 43. Me at 43, pre-Garmin days, with my Read More
Large or Small Half Marathon Race Size – Which is better?
You’ve got the run bug and now it’s time to figure out what type of half marathon you want to run. Half marathons are usually divided up into 2 different categories. You have large and small half marathon races. There are several factors that you will want to consider when Read More