Running Blog

    How long should it take me to run a mile? From grade school and through my running career that time has fluctuated drastically. There is no perfect answer to how long it should take you to run a mile.  The average amateur runner takes ten minutes to run a mile, but this time can vary depending on weight, age, build and how far you intend to run. To find out how long it takes you to run a mile, invest in a running watch or divide the time you were out running by number of miles covered to...

  How do I run faster? That question can be main focus of many professional athletes, track and cross country runners, and even beginning and intermediate casual runners. A lot of race training plans suggest that you do intervals – also known as speedwork. Interval training will help improve your race times and make you a better overall runner.   Interval Training is designed to strengthen muscle and increase stamina. It can also do wonders for your overall fitness – although it can be very strenuous on your body. When you started running, you probably went through a period of...

  How do I start running? Most people have a desire to be healthier, skinnier, and more fit. Most people want to want exercise. However, for most people they don’t know where to begin. The worst thing a beginning runner can do is start out too quickly and injure yourself. From there you will get running PTSD and psych yourself out.   Will people judge me for walking and not running? Some people worry about this. That is absurd! Everyone was a beginner at some point. Don’t worry about the thoughts of other and embrace the happier, healthier, running you....