Test out your fitness in one of the FREE virtual races sponsored by Strengthen Your Stride! Race distances include: 1 Mile, 5k, 10k, 10 Mile, 10 Mile (Trail Option), Half Marathon, Half Marathon (Trail Option), Marathon, and 50k. Sign up the kids and the whole family - there's nothing to lose
Adapting Training for Race Cancellations
Who would've thought that the spring race you've been training for would be cancelled? All those early mornings or runs after work - what good is it now. All that focus, effort, and hard work. Now what? I have had a number of athletes come to me confused and not sure what to do. They were
My Journey to the Olympic Trials
A little background Let's go back in time for a moment here, back 28 years to be exact. In high school I remember dreaming of going to the Olympics someday. Well this hasn't ever happened, but if you fast forward 28 years to the present day, my adult version of this dream became a desire to qualify
Run Faster
A question I get all the time is - How do I run faster? As runners we all want to run faster. It's in our blood to want to continue to improve. This is a great characteristic to have as it helps keep us fit and healthy even as we get older. So what does it take to improve, to break through a
Training Plans Available
Marathon training plans are now available! Select from 3 different weekly mileage options. As a VDOT certified distance running coach, all plans incorporate Jack Daniel's VDOT formula - science-backed, proven strategies to enhance your running performance! Why VDOT? Check out the blog post that