Hopefully everyone enjoyed a long weekend of running or rest, whatever was needed! It's now time to celebrate summer and the upcoming Father’s Day holiday with a West Coast destination race, and please don’t forget to reward yourself with post-event refreshments.
June 7 Mt. Ashland Hill Climb Ashland, OR
June 7 R2L Bridge Run, 10K Rainier, OR
June 7 Hiawatha Spring Trail Run, 50k, 25k, 15k & 10k Taft, MT
June 13 Olympic Valley Half Marathon, 8 Miler, 5K Lake Tahoe, CA
June 20 Grateful Dad Half Marathon, 10K, 5K Portland, OR
June 21 The Presidio Half Marathon, 10K, 5K San Francisco, CA
Tempted by a pricey new pair of road “supershoes” for summer training and racing? They could be a fun investment and no doubt contribute to faster times and better recovery, but be sure to keep your favorite traditional trainers in rotation. Plated shoes may cause minor changes in how you run, including lowering cadence and “redistributing load,” which can put many runners at risk of bone stress injuries. Enjoy them, but with all things running, be smart!
Do Super Shoes Make You Faster at a Cost?
6 Ways Super Shoes Help You Run Faster (Plus 3 Warnings You Need To Know)
Yes, supershoes and high-carb fueling may be small additions this athlete welcomed over the last few years, but more importantly, shifts in training load, intensity, mental preparation, and specific strength work got Howard Calvert to a sub-2:30 at the London marathon this year. Read his tips for masters athletes hoping for continuous progress even as we age.
How I ran a sub-2:30 marathon for the first time as a 47-year-old
The summer heat has just begun, and while uncomfortable at first, there are potential benefits to continuing your daily runs in high temps. Hot conditions can mimic the benefits of running at altitude, “such as increased blood volume, improved cardiovascular efficiency and enhanced oxygen delivery.” Of course, be sure to prioritize your health and safety with proper pacing and hydration, while monitoring your body’s warning signals.
Benefits of Running in the Heat: How the Heat Helps You Excel
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