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5 Tips for Better Running Form and Technique

There are many reasons why we love to run. I’m guessing one of them is your desire to constantly improve. As a runner we’ve realized that most people think running is all about getting into shape and very little about technique. The more we run the more we realize that technique plays a huge roleContinueContinue reading “5 Tips for Better Running Form and Technique”

Running Shoes Overview

For starters, running shoes DO make a difference. Years ago I made the same mistake that you may have made in thinking that any running shoe from a big company will be fine. You end up shopping in the clearance section and at big sporting goods stores while trusting a shoe salesman that doesn’t evenContinueContinue reading “Running Shoes Overview”

Understanding Running Shoes and Spikes

There are different categories of running shoes or racing spikes. Categories of running shoes make a difference so hopefully this little summary will help when you enter the store and see a wall full of racing spikes. Try to resist the temptation of merely choosing running shoes that look the coolest and get into somethingContinueContinue reading “Understanding Running Shoes and Spikes”

Healthy Dark Chocolate

Homemade Dark Chocolate 1/2 cup Raw Honey 5 tbsp Extra Virgin Organic Coconut Oil 3 tsp Mexican Vanilla 1 Cup Dark Cocoa Powder Mix honey, vanilla, and melted coconut oil in a mixing bowl. The warm coconut oil will loosen the honey. Once blended mix cocoa powder into the bowl until smooth. Put into silicon moldContinueContinue reading “Healthy Dark Chocolate”

3 Good Form Running Drills for Posture and Mid-foot Strike

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Here are 3 drills that will promote good form running relating to your posture and mid-foot strike. By repeating the drills over and over again you are creating muscle memory so good form running can become more natural for you. HOP AND STOP – Bounce on one leg with body and hips slightly leaningContinueContinue reading “3 Good Form Running Drills for Posture and Mid-foot Strike”

You Know You’re a Parent of a Runner If…

10) You find your kid(s) stretching while standing in line. 9) You schedule vacations around running or running events. 8) Your child has more running clothes than school clothes. 7) Your child happily runs 3-miles but seems exhausted when asked to do 10-minutes of chores. 6) Your child wants new running shoes before school shoes.ContinueContinue reading “You Know You’re a Parent of a Runner If…”

Moms are Awesome!

This is not my mom, but it typifies the type of mother I had. She was energetic, positive, and always cheering me on. My mom passed away from cancer when I was 18 years old. It was obviously a very hard time for me but even still my mom managed to teach me so manyContinueContinue reading “Moms are Awesome!”

Boston Strong = Marriage Strong

Today my wife and I are celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary. We married when I was 21 and she was 20 years old. We’ve shared so many of life’s ups and downs together since then. I recently ran the Boston Marathon and Jill was my biggest support. She would have been running it as wellContinueContinue reading “Boston Strong = Marriage Strong”

Boston Marathon Review

http://youtu.be/Yo5WtHPle6c We made this video of our trip so we could share it with family and friends who will qualify for Boston in upcoming races. It takes a ton of commitment and hard work to run a qualifying time so it’s always something to celebrate! Thanks to our friends that we met at the marathonContinueContinue reading “Boston Marathon Review”

Adidas Energy Boost 2 Shoe Review

First Impression (April 2014) I like Energy Boost 2 running shoes more than the original Boost running shoes because the toe box is a little wider. The fabric on top is still comfortable and feels almost like a sock. The drop is still 10mm and the rubber on the bottom hasn’t changed. Because the toeContinueContinue reading “Adidas Energy Boost 2 Shoe Review”

Chia Seeds – Running Benefits

Chia seeds are a great addition to any runner’s diet, no matter the age. Running Benefits They provide you with more energy, sharper focus with high levels of omega 3 and 6, increased nerve and muscle reaction, is an anti-inflammatory, and they increase hydration. You can use them wet or dry. Dry Seeds Our family hasContinueContinue reading “Chia Seeds – Running Benefits”

Oatmeal and Protein Powder – After Run Meal

Here is a great after run meal to be eaten 15-30 minutes post exercise. This will give you a 3:1 carb to protein ratio which is ideal for quick recovery. 1/2 cup oatmeal (27g carbs) 1 tbsp chia seeds (6g carbs) 1 tbsp honey (16g carbs) 1 scoop protein powder (16g protein)