Cross Country is all about teamwork and team support. The best cross-country teams are reliant and supportive. Here is how to contribute to your own team and give a sense of school spirit. Team Captains, take notes. Make XC known at your school. I know that I don't speak for all schools but usually Cross Country … Continue reading How to Strengthen your XC Team
Us runners spend weeks upon months training not only for the thrill of it, but also in hopes a gaining a new PR(!!!). But sometimes things don't go as planned and, inevitably, we all eventually have to miss a race whether due to injury, illness, or prior commitment *gasp*. Missing a race sucks. Whether it … Continue reading Missing an Important Race
Long runs in my opinion, are one of the most important days of the week. Even if it's just 6 miles, your long run helps you build endurance and stamina while strengthening slow-twitch muscles (for those of you who run long distance). Long runs can be enjoyable and even fun if you make … Continue reading In it for the Long Run
School breaks are coming up, which means many people will be leaving for a nice, relaxing vacation full of sun and amazing food. Or at least, that's what would be ideal. Realistically though, for us runners the excitement for vacation is deflated when we realize: how can I stay in shape!? Training can't come to … Continue reading Staying in Shape During Vacation
As runners, we are used to the freedom of being outside and being able to choose our running routes or just being spontaneous while being outside. Let's be honest; gym workouts are a sad alternative to this. It's usually hot, cramped, and crowded. I always feel like people are watching me while I workout which … Continue reading How to Make Gym Workouts Survivable
