Two young runners, a man and a woman, stretch together before a run to minimize injury

The Basics: Tips & Tricks for Preventing Injury & Maximizing Recovery

When it comes to running, there’s nothing more important than preventing injury. While running is generally a healthy and safe activity, just like with everything, there are some risks. Nipping the problems that may arise in the bud and safely continuing your training is what allows you to keep making consistent progress towards your goals. ... More
Two people do walk training on a park path, surrounded by greenery.

Walk Training: How Can Walking Help you Reach Your Running Goals?

Almost a month has passed since 2024 began and millions of people took the opportunity to set new goals. An aspect that many planned to improve on is their fitness. Some want to better their physical well-being while others aim to train for races like the San Francisco Marathon. Whatever the reason, starting a fitness journey can be daunting; ... More
Cross-training for runners, agility training. Physical activity also helps optimize organ function.

Cross-Training for Runners: Strength, Stability and Agility for Trails AND Pavement!

It’s no secret: cross-training is crucial support for your running goals. However, life often gets in the way. What’s more, in the crunch for time that can happen as training for your event gets more demanding, other kinds of workouts can take the back seat to the actual running/walking! And if you’re one of us getting dirty this year ... More

A Holiday From Racing

For me, January is always a strange month. It’s usually the one month in the year that I have no races planned. I always have a race the first weekend of February (Superbowl 10k in Santa Cruz!), but January is a big empty space. What is a girl addicted to running to do? January means a month of training and recovery. Leading up to ... More

“Wait, why are you swimming?”

Staff Blogger Jojo: Wait, why are you swimming? More

When winter gives you lemons, flip a tire

Guest Blogger Eric Jorgensen: When winter gives you lemons, flip a tire More