5 Reasons to Run a Half-Marathon
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by Lisa @ Mile By Mile
23h ago
I must have the half-marathon on my mind these days. After my race earlier this month I was reminded about why the half-marathon is such a great distance. Are you thinking about training for a half-marathon? Here are 5 reasons to run a half-marathon. 5 Reasons to Run a Half-Marathon 1. The Half-Marathon is a Milestone Race The half-marathon is a milestone race for many runners. It seems like by training for and completing that first half-marathon, you have reached a running milestone. Many runners starting out may be intimidated by the distance, but decide it is a goa ..read more
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Annapolis Running Festival Half-Marathon 2024 Race Recap
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by Lisa @ Mile By Mile
1w ago
On March 9th I participated in the Annapolis Running Festival Half-Marathon. This was somewhat of a last minute decision, but I did put in a couple of months of training to prepare to run the half-marathon distance. I ran this as my first postpartum half-marathon after having my second baby last July, and it was also my first race as a masters runner! Overall I had a great time at this race and was happy with how it went. I’m sharing my race recap for anyone who is considering running this race someday! Annapolis Running Festival Half-Marathon 2024 This was the 2nd year that the Annapolis Run ..read more
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5 Ways to Try Your Running Luck This St. Patrick’s Day
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by Lisa @ Mile By Mile
2w ago
St. Patrick’s Day is around the corner, so what better time than now to try your running luck? Running takes a lot of hard work but also a bit of luck from time to time. If you’re feeling bored with your running and looking to try something new, here are 5 ways to try your running luck this St. Patrick’s Day! 5 Ways to Try Your Running Luck This St. Patrick’s Day 1. Test Your Running Luck by Entering a Race Lottery Have you ever wanted to run a big marathon, but just haven’t had the opportunity? Consider throwing your name in the lottery to see what happens. Applications for the NYC Marathon ..read more
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5 Workouts To Help You Prepare For Your Next 5k
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by Lisa @ Mile By Mile
3w ago
Spring is a popular time of the year for 5ks (and many other races), but not everyone has been training throughout the winter. There was a time when I was able to jump into a 5k race at any moment and come close to running a PR. That is no longer the case! Over the years my natural speed has declined and I don’t feel like I can keep up with the same level of training year round that I was once able to do. I need to put in some work to prepare for a 5k! For runners who are already comfortable running more than 3 miles, they may not need to “train’ for a 5k. Of course this depends on your goals ..read more
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6 Fun Ways to Involve Your Kids in Your Running
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by Lisa @ Mile By Mile
1M ago
As most parents know by now, having kids doesn’t mean you need to stop running or give up on your running goals. Many women run through pregnancy and many parents start or continue running once they have kids. There are definitely challenges that go along with running as a parent but it can be done! Even better is to start involving your kids in your running. This allows you to spend time with your kids and share your love of running with them from an early age! 6 Fun Ways to Involve Your Kids in Your Running The ways you involve your kids in your running will change based on their age, but h ..read more
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How To Stay Motivated When You Just Don’t Want To Run
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by Lisa @ Mile By Mile
1M ago
There are times when we may feel less motivated than others, and for many runners that happens during the winter. Add on any stress, illnesses, etc. and many of us end up feeling worn down in general. While running can help us to get through some of these challenging times, it can also be difficult to stay motivated when there are so many factors making it less enjoyable. Let’s talk about how to stay motivated when you just don’t want to run. How To Stay Motivated When You Just Don’t Want To Run Lose the all or nothing mindset Many runners feel like they need to keep up their regular running ..read more
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10 Reasons to Love Running
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by Lisa @ Mile By Mile
1M ago
Happy Valentine’s Day! What better day than today to talk about some of the many reasons to love running? Now many of you reading this already love running and will probably agree with many of the reasons I am going to share. Others may not love running (yet) but maybe we can convince you to give it a try! There are so many reasons to love running, but I understand not everyone feels that way. My best advice is to not give up too soon. One day you may realize that you love it too! 10 Reasons to Love Running 1. It’s a healthy habit Many people start running to lose weight and stay in shape, bu ..read more
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How To Dress Babies and Toddlers For Stroller Runs in the Cold
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by Lisa @ Mile By Mile
2M ago
During the winter months it can be challenging to figure out what to wear on runs in varying temperatures. It becomes even tricker to dress babies and toddlers for stroller runs in the cold. Now you not only have to figure out how to dress yourself, but also how to dress your little one! However, there are lots of options for keeping kids warm (if they cooperate!) Here are some ideas for dressing babies and toddlers for winter runs. How to Dress Babies and Toddlers for Stroller Runs in the Cold Start with a warm base layer Fleece footie pajamas are the perfect base layer because you know that ..read more
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What Is VO2 Max and Should You Care About It As a Runner?
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by Lisa @ Mile By Mile
2M ago
Many runners love data and of course they want to improve their running performance. VO2 max is one measure of running fitness and can give us some insight into how well we can run certain distances. VO2 max is a metric that some runners monitor, but what is it and what does it tell us? Let’s talk about if you should care about it as a runner. What Is VO2 Max? VO2 max is the maximum amount of oxygen your body is able to use during high intensity exercise. V stands for Volume (mL/kg/min), O stands for Oxygen from the air, and Max is for Maximum or the highest amount. Factors such as age, sex ..read more
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How to Make the Most of Running in the Wind
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by Lisa @ Mile By Mile
2M ago
There are many challenges to winter running, one of them being running in the wind. It can range from annoying to dangerous, and it’s something that most of us deal with at some point or another. While a strong wind in the summer may feel good, windy weather when it’s cold out can make our runs much more challenging. Let’s talk about how to make the most of running in the wind, especially in the cold winter months. How to Make the Most of Running in the Wind Safety first when considering running in the wind Check the weather, and make sure it will actually be safe to run outside. Sometimes my ..read more
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