All runners can benefit from base building. How long it takes to build (or reinforce) that strong base is very individual and based on a multitude of factors. But it shouldn’t be overlooked by even the most experienced of athletes. […]
In my last post, I re-introduced myself and told you I'm a running coach. And I also mentioned that I'm now the head coach for cross country at my alma mater. That part might have …
Hi! I'm a blogger and running coach. Please allow me to introduce myself... My name is Rachel. I'm a runner, a running coach, a fitness trainer, and a blogger. I'm a running coach based in Cleveland, Ohio. …
River walks, beach days, time in the woods. Playing with the dogs, running in the sprinkler, even tie-dye shirts. This is childhood unplugged. Last week my husband and I decided to officially unplug. We headed to …
I took notes during my last long run, just to be able to bring you a glimpse into the brain of a runner. Today I'm sharing those deep thoughts. Enjoy! Running is a funny thing. On …
Balance work and stability are important for runners. Not only will balance help you as an athlete, but it's an important skill for life. If you haven't heard by now, I took a nasty spill on …
I've enjoyed 50k training these last couple months. I hope my race is still a go at the end of August but seemingly anything can (and will) happen in 2020. In 2019 I completed my first …
The one thing keeping me grounded and sane through 2020 has been running and teaching my fitness classes online. They've been sanity-savers! Fact: life as we know it has been turned upside down since March 2020. …
White people, it’s time to stand up for what’s right. Use your privilege for the betterment of society. It’s hard to put together a running focused post for today. It would be completely tone deaf and …
I love everything about summer. The cookouts, the campfires, the sunshine. All of it. And I particularly love summer running. I live for summer. Which is ironic because when I was a kid I much preferred …
