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In my blog you’ll find pieces of my journey, reflections, lessons, and insights I hope you’ll carry with you.

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03 Jul 2015

Training Tips

03 Jul 2015

Why You Need Cross Training (Even if You Are Not Injured!)

A few years ago, I was interviewed by Angie and Trevor Spencer about my story and life as an elite runner. One of the questions they had was what cross training I did to supplement my training. Now, you all know I do strength training, I have talked a lot…

14 Nov 2014

This hip opening yoga sequence for runners has really helped me feel better on runs! I do it 4-5 times a week!

Training Tips

14 Nov 2014

Hip Opening Yoga Stretches for Runners

There are those times you have to go back to square one, when it comes to injuries, because the intensity of marathon training really doesn’t allow injuries any time to properly heal, and the race itself can make things even worse. Some of my recovery products have been graciously provided…

01 Jan 2014

Training Tips

01 Jan 2014

What Pool Running Workouts Help Runners Stay In Shape When Injured

As a wonderful addition to many pool running workout posts, I thought it would be useful to make a post on how to structure workouts when you are confined to a pool for an extended period of time. And if you can, listen to my Coming Back from Injury Podcast…

25 Dec 2013

Training Tips

25 Dec 2013

Pool Running to Maintain Fitness During Injury

In my many years of training seriously as a collegiate/elite athlete I have had my fair share of injuries. Other than my most recent muscle strain, pool running has been my savior when it comes to maintaining fitness during time off running. Well, that AND my Coming Back from Injury…