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Advice & Pro Tips on all things running from me, Nicole Sifuentes, a 2-time Olympian and running coach.
Just because you’re not a professional runner doesn’t mean you can’t train like one.
In fact, there a lot of things recreational runners should do in their training but for a variety of reasons, simply don’t. Here are the “Secrets” I learned as a pro runner.
Read MoreI am currently dealing with a(nother) setback in training for a sub-5 minute mile. Here are some tools and lessons I’ve picked up over the course of my running and coaching career that make this situation a bit easier, my best advice on dealing with setbacks.
Read MoreHere are my tips to make your first few runs back the best they can be, plus my top caution for your return.
Read MoreBecoming better at pacing really means two things: Not starting too fast, and getting better at holding a specific pace.
Read MoreNeed some inspiration for the runner in your life? Here are my top gift recommendations for ANY budget.
Read MoreJust about every free training plan available includes predictor workouts to help the user figure out if they are “on track” for their goal. Here are my tips on how to best use predictor workouts to help prepare for a race.
Read MoreThe best way to give yourself the freedom to “do the bare minimum” or even simply to “do less than the maximum” is to use different words to describe the choice.
Read MoreRain on race day is never ideal but there are a lot of things you can do to help make the most of your experience.
Read MoreRain is my most hated running weather, but rainy runs don’t have to be bad — in fact I just had a great run with a friend the other day in the rain. Here are my tips for running in the rain.
Read MoreNow I am a recreational runner, I rarely get injured. But I still get injured. And I still get treatment immediately. Why? Because I like running. I don’t like being injured. And treatment accelerates recovery.
Read MoreTrying to change your natural footstrike or body position is a waste of time because it won’t make you faster. In many cases will make you slower or cause injury because it messes with the way your body naturally wants to move.
Read MoreStrength training is more important and beneficial for runners than any other “addition” to your training, like cross-training, stretching, or working on your form.
Read MoreThis summer I ran two races, and although both were 5km in distance, and both were track races, they were very two very different experiences.
Read MoreRunners often wonder if they can or should be doing “more” in their training than just running. I would say that for those who really want to maximize their potential, the answer is yes, there is more to do. And that starts with Mobility, Activation and Self-Therapy.
Read MoreThese six principles are the foundation of a solid training philosophy that will allow runners to improve quickly but also continue to improve year after year - they are important for beginners and experienced runners alike.
Read MoreAlthough training solo can sometimes be tough, overall I think it’s an advantage, and here’s why:
Read MoreLunges are a great way to strengthen legs, improve range of motion, and reduce imbalances for runners.
Read MoreOur preparation is what allows us to achieve our goals. Sometimes, training turns our dreams into realistic goals, and sometimes lack of training turns realistic goals into dreams.
Read MoreOur reason(s) for running should constantly guide our training decisions in order to get the most out of our efforts.
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