We are two weeks in and ready to progress towards the finish line of the APPLETREE Sunset 5K/10K or Half Marathon. Remember, for those new to running, if you need to progress more slowly, that’s okay. You know your body better than anyone so if you need to adjust the programming to fit how your body is…
Running Program Week 6
During the last 5 columns we’ve discussed general running guidelines to help you design a running program to prepare you for the local, popular runs, the Portland Marathon and the Girlfriends Run for a Cure that will have thousands of runners and walkers participating from around the Northwest this fall. Last week, we discussed the importance of strengthening your feet as…
Run Faster With Track Workouts
Sue Vorenberg recently wrote an article on all the fun runs we can look forward to all summer long in ClarkCounty. And although most participants are just happy to get to the finish line of these events, but there is a number of people that really want to run faster! If you want to get fast, you have…
Need Some Speed!
Need Some Speed! Have you ever noticed that as most people age they begin to move more and more slowly? It seems to take them forever to get out of a chair, walk across the room or bend down to pick something up. This is because as we age we lose about 7 pounds of…
Running Injuries Caused By The Terrible Toos
As the days get longer and warmer, many head outdoors for workouts. But many people wonder why, after starting an outdoor jogging routine, they develop shin splints or knee pain shortly after. Running’s “Terrible Toos” are often the leading culprit and cause of most running injuries. Too much Too soon Too hard Too fast Too long…