Amanda Brooks's Blog, page 112
June 14, 2022
9 Reasons Not to Run a Marathon…from a Running Coach
Should I run a marathon? It’s a good question to ask before jumping in to training. In some cases, the answer is no. You really shouldn’t make that goal RIGHT now. But that’s an entirely different question than CAN you. I love running, you may have gathered that from the almost 2,000 posts I’ve now …
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June 13, 2022
Running Blisters: 7 Ways to Prevent + Causes and Treatment
Running blisters are the most common injury runners experience. 7 easy prevention tips! Also, learn how to treat the ones you currently have.
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June 12, 2022
7 Running After Stress Fracture Guidelines
Running after stress fracture is both a mental and physical recovery process. We've got those keys along with prevention of recurrence.
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June 11, 2022
Complete Guide to Power Walking: Everything You Need to Know
Power walking is a great way to start your fitness journey to running, but is often underestimated. Everything you need to power walk right!
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June 10, 2022
Hanson Marathon Method Overview and Real Experiences
As a running coach, I’m often asked about the best marathon training plan and of course there’s a LOT that goes in to that answer. One of the plans that brings up this question is the Hanson Marathon Method. It’s quite different from a lot of others and so I wanted to break it down …
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June 9, 2022
Postpartum Running Plan | 9 Keys to Return Safely
Running after pregnancy is a big goal for many. You’re ready to get back to the runs you enjoyed before or simply ready to move your body again! And as running coaches, we’re here to help make that happen in a SMART SAFE way. I’ve had many running experiences over the last 20 years, but …
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June 8, 2022
Yoga for Runners| Benefits + Top 5 Poses for Runners
As runners, yoga isn’t the first thing that pops into our minds when we consider all the different options out there. But a regular yoga practice can not only stretch your muscles but also strengthen them in ways that will make you a better, and less injury-prone runner. It’s a great recovery tool for runners …
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June 7, 2022
7 Best Running Shorts Pockets for Phone: Tried and Tested!
Running shorts with phone pocket that will stay put, hold their shape and prevent chafing. Tried and tested gear for every runner.
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June 6, 2022
13 Things I Wish Knew Before My First runDisney Race
Over the last decade plus of coaching, myself and my team, I have helped a lot of runners prepare for runDisney races from a 5K to the Dopey Challenge. It’s always a blast putting together the training plan and figuring out the logistics for ramping the body up for the weekend’s back-to-back race challenges. We …
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June 5, 2022
Squashing 8 Deceptive Running Myths
Running myths might just be hindering your performance or keeping some folks who truly need our sport from starting. Let's debunk them!
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