Once, I opened an athlete's training log to a harrowing entry. It was bad, with two of the scariest symptoms for an athlete: persistent tiredness on uphills and a heavy, foggy brain. What was it? Gosh ...
Over the years, I've found that running and sleeping are closely intertwined. Getting enough rest on a regular basis is vital to running well, and, conversely, running long or hard makes me relaxed ...
It is officially marathon season. During peak training times like now, there may not always be enough hours in the day to get everything done. As an endurance runner myself, sleep and exercise are ...
Running a marathon requires lots of recovery and sleep. Here's how I used Garmin's sleep tools to help me train for my first marathon. Owen Poole, a Certified Sleep Science Coach and proclaimed ...
As more and more runners decide that 100 miles just isn't enough anymore, 200 mile races have drastically increased in popularity. From the iconic Triple Crown of 200s, to the beastly Tor Des Geants, ...
It’s marathon season. As an endurance runner myself, I often feel there are not enough hours to get in my training amidst a world of family, work and other obligations. On top of it all, there never ...
Runners who are not getting enough sleep are at a higher risk of getting injured, according to recent studies. The research indicates that sleep deprivation can double the risk of injuries for ...
Running is one of the simplest ways to improve heart health, mental well-being, and longevity when done correctly ...
Pretty soon, summer nights will burn out like a bonfire, making way for pumpkin spice everything and cozy sweater weather — but let’s not get ahead of ourselves. Summer might be coming to a close, but ...
Years ago I went for a particularly long run but decided to forego my usual post-long-run nap in favor of attending my then-boyfriend-now-husband's co-ed softball game. This was a mistake. When we ...
You might already know that running injuries rise in winter, partly because our muscles are tenser in chillier climes. Slippery surfaces and decreased visibility don’t help, either. But according to ...