by Andre Johnson | Jan 7, 2021 | Tips, Training
More often overlooked than overdone, the benefits of stretching extend beyond the stretch itself. According to Ben Greenfield, personal trainer and author of Beyond Training, spending time lengthening your limbs also has mental...
by Andre Johnson | Dec 3, 2020 | Coaching, Tips
The cancellation of races over the past year put a significant damper on people’s training goals, including considering working with a coach. Without any particular race goals in mind, most people don’t think they need a coach. I have had the same mindset and am now...
by Andre Johnson | Sep 21, 2020 | Health, Nutrition, Tips, Training
You are what you eat, and that goes for energy too. What you put into your body equates to what it will give back. Starve it and it will fight back by crashing or heading you to the nearest vending machine or fast food outlet to fill it up. If you’re struggling...
by Holly Johnson | Jul 3, 2020 | Motivation, Tips, Training
Yes, it’s hot outside. And yes, we should be grateful that we can run (outside). But when the temps dip into the high 80s or low 90s — or higher — and include some (or a lot) of humidity, running outside can become, well, hard. It’s important to note that it...
by Holly Johnson | May 6, 2020 | Nutrition, Tips, Training
Do you find yourself fading on runs over 4 miles or losing steam on your longs? Do you have energy crashes in the afternoon after a harder and/or hot workout? If so, it could be as simple as your fueling protocol and timing. Monitoring and dialing in a fueling...
by Holly Johnson | Mar 16, 2020 | Mental Conditioning, Tips
Do you struggle with reaching your goals? Most people do — not just in running but also in life. When presented with a goal — either by a runner or for myself — I turn to journalism class and the all-important 5Ws — Who, What, When, Where, Why. While the...
