The Guide to Iron for Runners
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by Laura Norris
1d ago
The post The Guide to Iron for Runners appeared first on Laura Norris Running. It’s a problem all too common for runners – you are training hard, but struggling to hold paces in your runs. You feel exhausted despite sleeping well. You aren’t losing fitness – instead, you may be showing signs of low iron levels. Iron is a crucial mineral for runners, as it plays a role in getting oxygen to your working muscles to produce energy. Without adequate iron levels, you feel fatigued and your runs are slow and sluggish. This article will delve into what you need to know about iron for runners, includin ..read more
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Half Marathon Workouts for Beginner and Experienced Runners
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by Laura Norris
4d ago
The post Half Marathon Workouts for Beginner and Experienced Runners appeared first on Laura Norris Running. In training theory, funnel periodization is the concept that workouts become more specific to the goal race as the event approaches. Further out from a race, you train all aspects of fitness, with a mix of tempo runs, interval runs, and other workouts. In the six to eight weeks leading up to a goal race, workouts prepare you for the unique demands of the race. In the half marathon, those demands include being able to hold a relatively demanding pace without fatiguing in the later miles ..read more
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How to Use Zone Training to Your Running Advantage
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by Laura Norris
2w ago
The post How to Use Zone Training to Your Running Advantage appeared first on Laura Norris Running. Zone training – such as the popular zone 2 running – is all the rage right now. If heart rate (HR) intensity zones feel overwhelming for you, you are not alone. This article answers the question of what is zone training, with the goal of providing a science-backed yet practical framework for quantifying your running intensity.  Understanding training zones Physiology exists on a spectrum, not in tidy zones. Training zones help quantify training and define workout intensity.  You may no ..read more
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13 Ways You May Be Sabotaging Your Half Marathon
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by Laura Norris
3w ago
The post 13 Ways You May Be Sabotaging Your Half Marathon appeared first on Laura Norris Running. Many runners treat the half marathon as if it’s just “half a race”…even if they’ve never run a marathon. While a marathon gets all the attention, the half marathon is a challenging distance in its own right. However, many runners miss out on their potential in the half marathon because they don’t respect the distance – or don’t view it as an opportunity to train hard. This article features half marathon training advice for intermediate to experienced athletes who have already done a half marathon ..read more
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What to Do If You Hit the Runner’s Wall in Your Marathon
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by Laura Norris
1M ago
The post What to Do If You Hit the Runner’s Wall in Your Marathon appeared first on Laura Norris Running. If it has ever happened to you, you know exactly what the runner’s wall feels like: you struggle to move forward. Your paces slow drastically, often by one minute or more per mile. Your form may fall apart. You may question just how you are going to even finish the race. This article answers the question of what to do if you hit the marathon wall (or the wall during an ultra).  What is the runner’s wall? The runner’s wall is a metaphor for the drastic slowdown in a marathon (or ultra ..read more
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Ask a Running Coach: Am I Doing Easy Runs Right?
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by Laura Norris
1M ago
The post Ask a Running Coach: Am I Doing Easy Runs Right? appeared first on Laura Norris Running. Easy runs are featured in a majority of training plans (with exceptions being plans similar Run Less, Run Faster). The concept sounds simple enough – you run at an easy effort – but theory and practice can diverge. Easy runs can be one of the trickiest aspects of training for some runners to master. This article addresses common questions about easy runs. Read this article for more on the science of easy running. How do I know if I’m going easy enough on my easy runs? You can use three m ..read more
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Should You Train with the Maffetone Method?
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by Laura Norris
1M ago
The post Should You Train with the Maffetone Method? appeared first on Laura Norris Running. The Maffetone Method (or MAF Running Method) has been a training methodology for over a decade now. It promises that you will reach your aerobic fitness potential, maximize your fat-burning, and stop the injury cycling. Does the Maffetone method work – and should you use low heart rate training? The MAF stands for maximum aerobic function. The MAF method, populated by Dr. Maffetone (hence two names) has the goal of optimizing aerobic fitness by training exclusively at a low heart rate. The Maffetone Me ..read more
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The Importance of Rest Days for Runners
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by Laura Norris
1M ago
The post The Importance of Rest Days for Runners appeared first on Laura Norris Running. Speedwork, long runs, and strength training are only one side of the equation to improving as a runner. Without rest days, the hard work of training can actually become detrimental – and you might find yourself injured or overtrained. As counter-intuitive as it seems, rest days are essential for runners of all abilities. If you want to run faster or run further, you must allow your body to recover from training. Why Runners Need Rest Days Rest days prevent injury and help you improve as a runner. Running c ..read more
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How to Stop Foot Pain from Standing All Day So You Can Still Run
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by Laura Norris
1M ago
The post How to Stop Foot Pain from Standing All Day So You Can Still Run appeared first on Laura Norris Running. Many recreational runners face a common problem: following their training plan while also working a physically demanding job. Healthcare professionals, hair stylists, house cleaners, teachers, and many other professions involve long hours without sitting. Physical stress, energy expenditure, and fatigue come from both their work and their training. The foot pain and tired, stiff legs from time on feet at work are common complaints that impact training. So how do you train for your ..read more
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7 Best Running Gels for Sensitive Stomachs
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by Laura Norris
1M ago
The post 7 Best Running Gels for Sensitive Stomachs appeared first on Laura Norris Running. It’s a dreaded scenario for many runners: you take a gel during your race, and within minutes your stomach revolts. Nausea, vomiting, urgency, and cramping are all common symptoms of gastrointestinal (GI) upset during marathons and other races. While many factors can be responsible for GI upset, some runners are concerned about their running gel causing their GI issues. The answer is not skimping on fueling – instead, you can try running gels for sensitive stomachs.  How running gels work Running g ..read more
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