Tag: running
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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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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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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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Warm up for Longevity
Written by Dr. Connor Ryan PT DPT CSCS PRC From a big-picture perspective, my goal for runners is to help them achieve longevity in their running journey. When I work with patients who are runners, I typically focus on three main areas: 1. **Control:** Enhancing brain-body control and activating specific muscles within specific contexts to…
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Balancing fitness and life
Written by Kara Manzelli Welcome to Back to School season! As a teacher and a mother of school age kids, this is always my busiest time of year. Kids schedules change, sports and afterschool activities begin, there’s school open house night and homework to help with, and all of the driving around! My care free…
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Running Through the Years
Written by Abby Meltzer Guest writer: Abby Meltzer, daughter of Jonathan Meltzer When I first started running back in middle school, almost 15 years ago now, I was just excited to get outside, spend time with friends, and try my best to follow in my dad’s footsteps. I had no idea that all these years…
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How far can you go?
Written by Donna Macauley Have you ever wondered how far you can go? In my last Tip Tuesday, I talked about approaching an ultra with a timed race. But what about a goal of 10 miles, 1/2 marathon or a full marathon? Have these distances been calling your name? A time-based race is a great way…