Why Does the Same Running Pain Keep Coming Back? Your Gait Cycle May Be the Missing Piece You’ve tried ALL the things. Your calves keep cramping, so you stretch more. You increase your hydration. Add electrolytes. Buy new shoes. Roll your calves. Strengthen them. And yet…there it is again. Two miles into your run, your calf starts tightening. At some point you have to ask: What if the painful area isn't the entire problem? What if we need to look at HOW your body is moving while you run?

Mastering the Mind: Mental Strategies for Overcoming Running Challenges Running isn't just about physical exertion; it's a mental game that challenges your determination, focus, and resilience. Whether you're a new runner striving to conquer your first 5K or a seasoned athlete aiming to set a personal best, the way you respond when running gets uncomfortable can greatly impact your experience—and your performance. And here's something we understand even better now: mental skills can be...

Your Race Day Is Coming. Is Your Training Plan Actually Getting You Ready? You open your training plan Sunday night and look at the week ahead. Tempo run. Easy miles. Strength. Another easy run. Long run. And then you think . . . or send me the message :-) Or if you're training for the St. George Marathon or another early-fall race, that long run is starting to look REALLY long. Your legs are tired. Something might be a little achy. You're trying to fit training around work, kids, sleep,...