Access to quality healthcare is essential no matter what your age or condition, but now more than ever, it’s been put in the spotlight while we continue to deal with the challenges that come with the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading →
Guest Post: What To Wear When Running A Marathon
Running a marathon requires dedication, hard work, and a whole lot of stamina. But it also requires the right clothing! What does the weather like? What can you expect from your body? You need to know all of this before you pull on your workout clothes to head out the door. Continue Reading →
Is this Pain Really an Injury or Not?
4 Steps to Identify if you need to engage in a Formal Rehabilitation Protocol or just Rest
Runners are accustomed to a certain amount discomfort. Training can be hard and uncomfortable at times which is exactly why it’s so rewarding and addicting.
It can get a bit confusing when it comes to physical injuries and pain. Most runners have experienced that out of nowhere pain in a foot, knee or hip that had us wondering if we should really keep running.
Then just as suddenly as it appeared, it faded away. How about the all too common sentiment: “It takes me 2-3 miles just to feel warmed up from all my aches and pains.” Continue Reading →
Your Guide to the Olympic Running Distances
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In this podcast episode you will hear explanations of the various Olympic track events, a preview of the men’s and women’s marathon, and tips from Coach Angie on some effective speed workouts to do on your local track.
Out And Back -Interview with Hillary Allen
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In this episode we speak with Hillary Allen, author of the book Out and Back -A Runner’s Story of Survival Against All Odds.
In 2017 she nearly died at an ultramarathon when she fell 150 feet off an exposed mountain ridge and had to be rescued by helicopter.
She returned two years after her accident and conquered the course that almost killed her.
We Just Launched the 1,000 Mile Challenge
The moment has finally arrived and the 1,000 Mile Challenge is ready! Since running is an expression of our humanity, and a gift that keeps on giving, we took the famous Sistine Chapel painting by Michelangelo and made a unique version for you.
We also have new levels in the run tracker between 700-1,000 and a brand new MTA running hat design! See my video on this page.
A Runner’s High -Interview with Dean Karnazes
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In this podcast episode speak with ultrarunner and Best Selling Author Dean Karnazes.
His new book is called A Runner’s High -My Life in Motion.
Plus we’ll give you a quick run down of our summer adventures in Costa Rica. We are currently traveling the country with our kids.
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Funny Video about the MTA 100 Mile Challenge
Somehow we missed this hilarious video when it came out last year. This was created by @DeJayTank who completed the MTA 100 Mile Challenge.
[Part 2] Ask the Coaches Q and A
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In this episode we bring you part of Ask the Coaches Q and A where the Coach Angie and Coach Nicole answer questions sent in from listeners.
In this session we discuss training by time versus training by distance, busting through plateaus, hill runs, pacing, lifting heavy, how Angie stay motivated when she was dealing with a hormonal imbalance, compression gear, and staying strong in the last 5k of a marathon. Continue Reading →
Ask the Coaches Q and A
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In this podcast episode Coach Angie and Coach Nicole answer questions about pre-run warm up drills, how to return to training after an injury, training for two races only a month apart, speedwork, rest days, ultra training, and 12/24 hour time events.
Thanks to everyone who sent in a question!
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How to Make a Comeback in Running and Racing
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More in-person races are taking place around the world so in this episode we share how to get back into racing by evaluating your fitness level, choosing the right plan, and finding the time to train. Continue Reading →
The 700 Mile Challenge is Here!
The 700 Mile Challenge is here! For the medal we were inspired by Andy Warhol -leader in the pop art movement. Instead of soup the cans say “Whoop Ass” and “Raw Endurance”. We also added new zany levels to the run tracker up to 700 miles.
Keep adding to your mileage this year or start over from zero. “You CAN do hard things!” Sign up here.
