f you’re feeling a little down lately about all of the bad news of Covid-19 you’re not alone. Unfortunately, when it comes to the new WHO/CDC guidelines for preventative measures during a pandemic we need to keep a social distance between us. When we run a race we are definitely Read More
What Should You Do When Your Half Marathon Race Gets Canceled?
Where Should I Run My First Half Marathon?
There are several factors that need to be considered when running your first half marathon. How long do I need to train for? How much fuel will I need for my race? Another big factor in making your first half marathon memorable and enjoyable is racecourse selection. A question often Read More
Can I Walk During A Half Marathon? 11 Reasons To Walk Instead of Run!
Let’s face it, a half marathon is no easy feat. We spend week after week in the trenches training for a half marathon race. On race day sometimes (quite often) things just don’t go according to plan. You might have tossed the question around in your head, and want to Read More
How to Lose Weight While Training For A Half Marathon
First of all, I’m not advocating that you should lose weight while training for a half marathon. In fact, if I told you that you will lose weight while training for a half marathon I might be misleading you. How to lose weight while training for a half marathon? The Read More
How Long Should It Take To Run A Half Marathon?
You’ve taken the next steps beyond the 5K or 10k race and you’re wanting to run your first half marathon. Taking a leap from 5K or 10K to a half marathon can be daunting. Several questions arise like where should I race my first half marathon to how long do Read More
What is the longest distance you should run before a half marathon?
First time half marathon runners seem to ask this question a lot, I’ve got this question at least a dozen times over the past few months. While there is no 100 percent perfect answer to this question, you can use current weekly volume coupled with fitness level and longest run Read More
When Should You Start Training For A Half Marathon?
Setting your goals high and aiming to complete your first half marathon is a big step. Realizing that you’re committing to a race that is more than twice the distance of a 10K is a herring feat. After your goal lust comes back down to a manageable level it’s time Read More
Should You Wear Compression Socks For A Half Marathon?
Full Disclosure: This post includes affiliate links for which, LERK Publishing, LLC., may make a small commission at no extra cost to you should you make a purchase. If you’ve attended a running event recently, you’ve probably seen people wearing super long socks. Sometimes the socks will even rise slightly Read More
Can You Wear Headphones During a Half Marathon?
As we become more and more attached to our electronic devices we struggle with letting them go. Prior to 2008, USATF (USA Track and Field) banned all electronic devices from USATF certified courses. They changed the ruling in 2007 relaxing the rules on electronic devices. Although the relaxation of some Read More
