If you come in last or don't finish a race, so what? This past season, I have seen or heard of friends and teammates not being able to finish or coming in last and I find myself reflecting inward. What happens if that’s me? How would I feel? Would that...
The Best Running Surfaces to Prevent Shin Splints and Reduce Plantar Fasciitis Pain
If you're already a runner, you know how frustrating and painful shin splints and plantar fasciitis can be. These common running injuries disrupt your training and can lead to longer-term discomfort if not addressed. Like many runners, I’ve experienced shin splints and set out to find the best running surfaces...
Deal With Running In The Heat with Tips from Jeff Galloway
Training through the summer can not only be grueling, but downright dangerous. Here are some tips to train safely and as comfortable as possible in the hot summer months. Slow down by 30 sec/mile (20 sec/km) for every 5F temperature increase above 55-60F ( every 2.5C above 14C) When the...
Five Tips for Summer Running in the Heat
The summer is officially here, and for those who run, the heat and humidity will be brutal. Before you end up needing medical attention or have to pay a visit to an emergency room, Dr. Dan Ordaz, Performance Medicine Physician with St. Vincent Sports Performance in Indianapolis has these five...
My Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon Adventure by Vicki Edwards
The eastern end of Long Island is flat. It is surrounded by water and it is my home. To travel across the country for a triathlon is an adventure. My adventure was Alcatraz. Training began in January for me as my goal is IM again this year in Louisville. The...
Is It Worth Going to Triathlon Camp?
When I first started to play golf, I went to golf camp up in Mt. Snow and had an amazing experience. So when the opportunity came up to go to triathlon camp with the All Women's Tri Team, I jumped at the opportunity. When I came back, everyone asked me,...
#NYRR Oakley Race In Central Park Wearing #Marika
I've been wanting to run the New York Road Runner's (NYRR) Oakley Race for some time now. I signed up for it for three years in a row and this was the first year I was actually able to attend. I had heard such amazing things about the race, and I...
Five Ways to Get Faster Marathon Times by Olympian Jeff Galloway
Longer Long Runs Increasing the length of the longest long run has produced the greatest amount of improvement that I've seen among my coaching clients. Several surveys have shown more than 13 minutes of time improvement when runners increase their longest long run from 20 miles to 26 miles before...
Queens Color Run Race Review… Is it Worth it?
I ask my running and triathlon friends all the time, "is it worth it?" And, I find that many of my friends ask me the same question. I had the opportunity to attend the Color Run in Queens on 5/23 and let me tell you, this one was worth it!...
Running, the Gateway Sport to Triathlons for Women Triathletes
Running is the gateway sport to triathlons for most women triathletes, according to a study conducted by A Triathlete’s Diary blog, which is underwritten by HJMT Public Relations Inc. Sixty-five percent of those who filled out the questionnaire said they started as a runner and then decided to tri. The...