Looking for a way to challenge yourself after completing a 5K? Why not step it up and try the next big distance in the racing progression – a 10K race! This 8 week 10K training plan is ideal for beginners who want to tackle their first 6.2 mile race. Getting Started with The 8 Week…
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Armored Fitness XPO Trainer 2 Review + Four Sled Workouts!
Sometimes when your workout mojo starts fading, splurging on a new piece of equipment can help kick your butt into gear. That’s why I wanted to do an Armored Fitness XPO Trainer 2 review here on the blog – because this piece of equipment totally rejuvenated my fitness motivation this month! This push sled on…
3 Amazing Leg Exercises for Runners
If you’re a dedicated runner, adding some functional strength training to your routine will be incredibly valuable. From helping prevent injury to improving stride and power, it’s important to weave in at least semi-regular resistance training. In this post, you’ll find three leg exercises that are incredibly beneficial for runners and triathletes. I’ve brought on…
15 Best Gifts for Obstacle Course Racers and Spartan Athletes!
It’s officially that time of the year! The Christmas music is starting to play, holiday events will be popping up soon, and of course – it’s time for shopping for the ones you love! If you’ve arrived at this post, I’m guessing you’ve got an OCR athlete in your life. Not to worry – you’ll…
Why You Should Consider Running 2 Miles a Day
Thinking about setting a fitness goal that will help improve your cardiovascular health, promote a healthy weight, and just make you feel awesome? Consider running 2 miles a day! In reality, for many people this goal will turn out to be most days – not necessarily every day – and that’s completely fine. But there…
8-Week 5K Training Plan for Beginners
Has a 5K race been on your bucket list, but you haven’t taken the plunge just yet? Go sign up for that race right now, because this beginner 5K training plan is all you need to cross that finish line! This is an 8 week 5K training schedule which offers the perfect amount of time…
3 Week 5K Training Plan
Are you looking to tackle a 5K race – but it’s only a few weeks away? Get prepared to cross that finish line with this 3 week 5K training plan! While having a longer amount of time to train would be ideal, it’s definitely possible to prepare your body to do a 5K in just…
Lower Body Superset Workout
Want to mix things up at the gym this week? Try a lower body superset workout! This challenging strength training workout is ideal for anyone looking to improve muscular endurance in the legs, hips, and glutes. You’ll find four pairs of exercises that make for an effective weight lifting session. Why strength training? As I…
Upper Body Superset Workout
If you’re looking for a challenging strength training gym session, check out this upper body superset workout. This is a great training plan for anyone looking to improve upper body strength and stamina. With five pairs of exercises that challenge different muscle groups, this is sure to be an efficient way to fit weights into…
4 Week Half Marathon Training Plan
Want to run a half marathon – but the race is only a month away?! Not to fear – check out this 4 week half marathon training plan that will have you race-ready in no time at all. You’ll actually find two plans in this post depending on your current fitness regimen – one that…