Over the years I've received a lot of questions about training for 50 marathons in 50 States, after the age of 40. Along the way I've discovered many different practices & techniques that help, and a few to avoid. I've also discovered, by trial and error, a few things that will make your life simpler as a runner. So here's a look at some of the things I eat, gadgets I use, injury experiences and prevention, & workouts I've found most helpful. Maybe something I've experienced will help in some way. But please keep in mind that these are only concepts that work for me!!! It is always recommended that you consult a physician or professional trainer about a specific training & nutrition plan when beginning a new physical activity, especially training for a marathon. Best wishes on your training, and...
...be great today!
Planning & Running Your Best Race
Here's how I got faster than ever at 44 years old
Take time off of your next race without training harder
Racing Weight
Does weight affect your performance?
Training Pace
Principles from champion running coach Renato Canova explain why it's necessary to train
at a specific faster pace for marathon success
Negative Splits
How starting much slower in your next marathon can lead to a fast finish
Does weight affect your performance?
Training Pace
Principles from champion running coach Renato Canova explain why it's necessary to train
at a specific faster pace for marathon success
Negative Splits
How starting much slower in your next marathon can lead to a fast finish
Training, recovery, and accessory tools that really help me with workouts and racing.
Pre & Post Run Foam Roll
Trigger Point Performance Therapy, Grid Foam Roller
Snow Running
YakTrax give you the absolute best traction on slippery conditions
Split Calculator
Calculate your exact splits per mile before your next race with this handy time calculator
What it means to running performance and overall fitness level
Heat Training
Elevating your Heart Rate in the heat of summer
Best Tempo Run Ever
Following is a post from 2012 with the details of my best tempo workout ever
Running Without Heart Rate Monitor
Heart Rate Monitors are a great tool, but be careful not to get too attached
Nutrition
Here area a few examples of daily food plans with calorie counts & nutritional values
Nutritional Values
Here is a spreadsheet of some of the foods that I typically build my diet around
Top 10 "Runner Foods" I Eat
Here is a list of the top foods I try to eat as much as possible that help make me a better runner
Pre-Race Nutrition
Here's what I typically eat the week before a marathon
A close look at a specialized workout that has build both speed and endurance
Strength Training
A detailed look at my training week and the strength training exercises I use to stay healthy
Plyometrics
Becoming a stronger runner by strengthening the stabilizing muscles
Focus On Form
Going back to the basics, and checking yourself for good running form is always a great idea from
time to time
Back-to-back Long Runs
Consecutive long runs on the weekend can make you stronger by running on tired legs
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| Hip Strengthening Video |
Trail Running Questions Answered
I posted 10 questions for trail runners and got these great replies
Training Like An Elite
Sure most of us don't have elite athlete speed, but we can learn a few things from their training
Hip Strengthening For Runners (VIDEO)
Click the video link on the left to watch my first training video. It demonstrates hip strengthening video for runners that I use to keep my hips & core strong & healthy
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| CORE 5 Workout Video |
CORE 5 Workout For Runners (VIDEO)
Click the video link on left to watch my core training video, I call my CORE 5 Workout For Runners.
Having a strong core is essential for runners, and this is plan that works for me.
This plagued me for years and almost ended my running before it even began. Here is a look at the symptoms and what I did to get rid of it.
IT Band Pain
Illiotibial Band Syndrome was something I struggled with for several races. Here is a look at the causes, symptoms, and prevention. One simple thing made this all better!
Tendonitis
One of my most painful injuries was Quadricep Tendonitis. Here is a look at the symptoms and what I did to finally get over it.
Changing My Stride
Reducing the potential for injury by changing the way I ran
Pain In The Butt
Treating and eliminating High Hamstring Tendinopathy
