Tag: running tip
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Hydration Best Practices
Written by Matt Betten The summer is going to be here before we know it, and with it the warm temperatures that will force us to be on top of our hydration plans to optimize our running experience. While nutrition has a pretty standard equation that we explored in Training your Gut, hydration is much more…
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Tip Tuesday: Setbacks, Comebacks and New Roads
Written by Lacey Liebert, Licensed Mental Health Counselor In running, you hear about “setbacks” all the time. This is something unexpected that knocks you down in some way. We’ve all been there. An injury that sidelines a big goal. A season in life when priorities suddenly change. Whatever the setback might be, it usually means…
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Mental Mindset
Written by Caitlyn Ashton We had a request to address MENTAL MINDSET ahead of races! Many of you are gearing up for Spring racing so we have a 3-in-1 tip for you today!! 1. Establish a clear race plan 2. Reflect on all of your training 3. Visualization/meditation exercise ESTABLISH CLEAR RACE PLAN Prior to…
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How to navigate Using your Phone
Written by Beth Doughtery Have you ever worried about getting lost during a run? Maybe it has already happened. You slowed down or sped up and suddenly found yourself alone and uncertain. If this sounds familiar, this post is for you! Join group runs with confidence knowing that you can navigate using your phone if…
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HIP HIP HOORAY for #TipTuesday
Hello again! I’m Kelly, resident club ballet & tap teacher. Kelly Maccioli is a Dance Teacher at Spirit in Motion Dance Academy here in Marlborough where she runs the Tap and Ballet programs, and teaches Tap, Ballet, Pre-Pointe, Conditioning and is currently developing the Pointe program. Kelly is certified by Dance Masters of America to…
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Strength Training for Runners
Written by Morgan Vasiliu DPT, PT, ATC Do you really have to keep up strength training as mileage ramps up in marathon prep?With Boston around the corner, for many of you, it’s about that time that mileage starts to rampup. And typically around this time, cross-training takes the backseat. But what if I told you…
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Happy Feet
Written By Kelly Maccioli Hi! I’m Kelly! I am a Dance Teacher at Spirit in Motion Dance Academy here in Marlborough where I run the Tap and Ballet programs and teach Tap, Ballet, Pre-Pointe, Conditioning and am currently developing the Pointe program. I am certified by Dance Masters of America to teach Ballet, Tap, and Jazz.…
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Yoga for Beginners
From April Ropes, Yoga Teacher, YA-500RYT and fellow Strider! As a runner and a yoga teacher, I’m often asked for tips about how to start a yoga practice. Many of you may be wanting to add yoga to your routine, but don’t know where to begin. Here are five tips to get you started, but…
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Redefine your Relationship with Running
By Deb Shute Deb is a lifelong runner who currently coaches cross-country and track at Ephraim Curtis Middle School in Sudbury, MA. As a lifelong runner in my 40s, I see running not just as something I do, but as my oldest, dearest, and most fraught relationship. Although I’ve loved the sport since before I…
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Dealing with Disappointment
Written by Lacey Liebert, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Today’s Topic: “After months of preparation and training, I did not achieve my goal. How do I deal with the disappointment?” Before I jump in, I want to acknowledge that every person’s situation is unique. If you want to deep dive into your experience of race day…
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Pool Running
Written by Caitlyn Ashton Today’s tip is a super effective tool that can be used supplementally with your training or as a means of recovery… like post big race, when dealing with an injury or even burnout! If you are in an injury cycle right now, sharing a pool running plan below that I’ve used…
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When you’re on the Sidelines
Written by Melissa Basmajii. Melissa is an OT for over 20 years with a specialty certification in lymphedema for 10 years. She currently co-owns her business SpOT On Therapy. Injuries don’t just take a toll on your body—they mess with your mind, your motivation, and even your connection to the running community. I’ve been feeling…