
MFR 20: Spinning Recommended for Runners
Of all types of cross training for runners, it is my opinion that spinning classes – or cycling – is the most beneficial, providing the best payoff for runners. In this podcast, I explain how spinning...
20 Jan 201410min

MFR 19: A Great Work Ethic, a Challenged Runner
You may be surprised to learn that, contrary to logic, when it comes to running, a great work ethic can actually make sticking to a running schedule more difficult. Most runners have a great work ethi...
19 Jan 20147min

MFR 18: DNF Means "Do Nothing Foolish!"
Have you heard the term "DNF"? Veteran runners will know that DNF stands for "Did Not Finish," three somewhat unpleasant words for every runner of every level. It is super tough for any runner to imag...
18 Jan 20147min

MFR 17: Running Through the Holidays
It's always a challenge to stick to your training schedule during the holidays. Everyone seems to struggle. As much as we relish the holidays, the months of November and December can also bring a load...
17 Jan 201420min

MFR 16: You Just Never Know
Let's talk about the occasion when you may depart from the racing plan and why it's okay to do it once in a while. Sometimes you plan and train perfectly, but, inexplicably, on race day, the wheels fa...
16 Jan 201411min

MFR 15: Food, Birthdays, Calories and Running
Every runner I know is concerned about diet, nutrition, calories, and weight, at least to some extent. In fact, most runners, about 90 percent, become runners, at least in part, to lose weight. No run...
15 Jan 20149min

MFR 14: Hot Weather Running
We all run in hot weather from time to time. If you live in the South, like me, you run in it a lot. In this episode, I discuss how hot weather affects running. Then, I offer some tips for getting in ...
14 Jan 201417min

MFR 13: Per Mile Pace Difference for Hard Easy Runs
Every runner of every level needs to know the answer to this question: What should the per mile pace difference be between hard runs and easy runs? How would you answer that question? This is critical...
13 Jan 20148min



















