One second, I was cruising along the Chicago Lakefront Trail at tempo pace. The next, my foot hurt so bad I could barely walk, let alone run. I hobbled home and immediately called the sports doc. Read the full article from aSweatLife.com.
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Get Your Head in the Game: These 5 Meditation Apps Can Help
Mindfulness might improve your running, and your smartphone can serve as your guru. Options exist for every kind of runner. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Mental Tricks to Make Your Runs Faster, Easier, and More Fun
Forget the fancy GPS watch—the most powerful training tool is between your ears. Read the full article for SELF.
Mindful Eating Reduces Stress and Boosts Performance
Learn what it is, then try it out with three delicious recipes. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
This Is Why Runners Cling to Their Race-Day Superstitions
Your lucky socks could be helping you run faster—or they could be holding you back. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
The Runner’s World Show Episode 56: Boston Bound?
David Willey concludes his dramatic “moonshot” training season at the Bayshore Marathon. Listen to the full story for The Runner’s World Show.
Injured Athletes Club: The Best Club You Never Want To Need
An injury, big or small, comes with a slew of mental barriers to overcome alongside the physical. Read the full post for aSweatLife.com
7 Simple Things That’ll Make You a Better Runner
They’re low-tech—but high reward. Read the full article for SELF.
Start Hard, Finish Easy
Research suggests you may enjoy runs more if you get the tough parts out of the way early. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
The Extreme Boston Marathon Ritual That Shows I’ve Completely Lost It
No detail is too small to practice. And that includes the bus ride out to the start. Read the full article for Runner’s World.