Alcohol and running: What it really costs your recovery, sleep and next race
A runner’s guide to alcohol: REM sleep, muscle repair, rehydration, race week and practical ways to cut back.
Dinosaur Valley ultra race: a mission to run and volunteer
Injuries sidelined my goal for the 100K at the Dinosaur Valley ultra race, but I’m still headed to Glen Rose, Texas, on Nov. 21 to volunteer and run the 25K. Here’s why.
Hamstring injuries in runners: Causes, recovery and strength exercises
Hamstring injury in runners? This comprehensive guide covers the symptoms, causes, recovery steps and strength exercises, plus a coach's own rehab experience and a 9-question FAQ.
A breathable hoodie for hiking, camping and other outdoor activities
Hands-on expert review of the PAKA Full Zip Hoodie, a breathable hoodie made for hiking, camping and travel.
Retired Army veteran finds his purpose as Virginia ultra race director
Meet Dan Pulskamp, retired Army veteran and Virginia ultra race director who puts on Night Train, Dogwood and six more Virginia Adventure trail and ultra races.
Speedwork for first-time marathoners: A coach's guide
A guide to speedwork for first-time marathoners, including tips on how to do it right, when to schedule it, a guide for masters runners and sample workouts from an RRCA-certified coach.
The knee that clicks, catches and swells: A runner’s guide to meniscus tears
A meniscus tear is damage to the C-shaped cartilage that cushions the knee joint, common in runners from twisting on uneven terrain or from gradual, age-related wear. Warning signs include joint-line pain, swelling hours after a run, clicking, and a knee that catches or locks. Many tears, especially degenerative ones, respond well to rest and a structured strength program; surgery is typically reserved for locking, unstable, or persistent tears.
How movement science helps correct body imbalances
How movement screening and specific exercise help runners correct body imbalances, fix bad mechanics and prevent injuries before they derail training.
Your complete guide to the marathon taper: 20 common questions
In this complete guide to the marathon taper, an experienced coach answers 20 common questions runners ask most about tapering — mileage cuts, taper madness, carb-loading and more.
From first 100 miles to 277: Lessons from Project 42 Running race director Vikena Yutz
Meet Vikena Yutz, race director of Project 42 Running, which puts on a half-dozen events ranging from a 5K to a 277.2-mile race across Georgia. She talks ultra running, Georgia trail races and the FSR 100.
