When I lead beginners running groups, I often hear comments from participants like “But running doesn’t come naturally to me” or “I’ve never been a runner” or “I could never do ___ (insert race distance here)”. Or maybe you’ve stumbled upon this post googling “how to like running when you are not a runner.” And…
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Triathlon Tips – 5 Do’s and Don’ts for Your First Tri!
First time swimming, biking and running all in one go? Here are some triathlon tips our guest blogger Cortni from YakkaFIT learned during her first (sprint) triathlon! — I’m usually more of a crossfitter, runner or swimmer and had never tried stringing all of these exercises together, so triathlon was a big change for me. These…
Tips I Wish I Knew Before My First Triathlon
Contemplating training for your first triathlon? Guest blogger Lauren from Lauren Runs is here today to share her top 3 tips that she wishes she knew prior to completing her first race. — Hi! Thank you to Chrissy for allowing me to take over her blog today! My name is Lauren and I blog about…
Start Sweating Series: Ice Skating for Beginners
Yesterday was 40 degrees outside here in Massachusetts, and I don’t think that temperature has ever felt so warm! After days of single digit temps, it was nice to be able to walk outside comfortably again. The warmer winter weather got me thinking about how it would have been a perfect day to go ice…
Start Sweating Series: Beginner Tips for Snowshoeing
Here in Massachusetts, we’re getting hammered with yet another snow storm today. In the last 3 weeks, areas of Mass have gotten anywhere from 60 to 80 inches of total snow – with more still falling – which is crazy! But, at least the snow provides some opportunities for winter activities – so it’s inspired…
20 Week Half Marathon Training Schedule for Beginners
One thing I’ve heard from several people lately is that they really want to train for their first half marathon, but then they say something along the lines of… “I’m not sure if I can do it.” “I don’t know how to train for it.” “I don’t know if I have the time for it.”…