It took a little while, but I finally made it out the door and onto the canal for my first run of 2009. What a perfect day for running!
Today I changed things up a little bit and went in the opposite direction I normally run. As often happens, I ended up doing some exploring in South Mountain Park.
On the way back home, I literally ran into a rescue — a dog was stuck in the canal. Two police officers and another guy just pulled the dog out as I got there.
During this 35-minute interview with John Morgan, who’s coached hundred of athletes using hypnosis and presented his life-changing hypnotherapy seminars to more than 250,000 people across North America, you’ll discover …
The easiest way to recognize which negative thoughts hold you back from peak performance and why you can stifle your success by attempting to eliminate them.
A little-known method for developing a 1-word “trigger” that allows you to create permanent changes in your mindset almost instantly.
A simple written exercise that trains your brain to deliver exactly what you want, so you can achieve any goal in as little as 21 days.
How to maintain your motivation by developing a “threshold of change” while you sleep.
(You’ll understand why I included this photo after you listen to the interview.)
When you listen to the interview, you’ll also want to have this document.
During this 26-minute interview with Sadie Nardini, a top NYC yoga teacher whose endurance-building breathing techniques have been featured in Runner’s World and Men’s Health, you’ll discover …
Why your current breathing style while running is likely stimulating anxiety and multiplying your risk of hyperventilation.
The simple secret to using “literal eye focus” that makes it easy to relieve stress and ward off fatigue on your longest runs.
The exact time to stretch so you can skyrocket your stamina almost magically … without even running a single stride.
Also, be sure to check out Sadie’s videos below. The first one shows you how to breath properly while running. The other one demonstrates how you can build core strength and transform your abs.
Sadie also has has a two-part video series titled “Yoga for Your Marathon.” You can view Part 1 here and Part 2 here.
In May 2008, Jason Harper — who ran his first marathon in 2005 — set out on a 100-mile run around the perimeter of Sacramento.
He had a few other runners with him … but they weren’t competitors.
He followed a course … but it wasn’t an official route.
He had a goal … but it wasn’t to break a personal record.
In fact, Jason didn’t run a race.
Instead, he completed a life-altering adventure that brought extensive awareness to the number of kids in inner-city schools without access to proper healthcare.
On “race” day (a date he planned for a year), the temperature soared to 101 degrees.
During his run, he experienced the standard blisters, dehydration and cramping. However, he also suffered from hypothermia, a fever and intense surface heat that caused his skin to completely peel away from the bottom of his feet.
This interview reveals how Jason overcame several physical and mental hurdles, including the darkest hours of his life, to complete “the extra mile.”
I’m sure I have triple the time to train that this couple has. For me, it’s inspirational to see how much of a priority running is for this family. In addition, I think it shows the therapeutic effect running can have on your mind and body.
I decided to push myself a little bit this morning and run to the TV towers atop South Mountain. The 7-mile run up the Summit Road is quite a climb.
I hadn’t done this run is quite some time. But a friend (shout out to cycling superstar Lisa Barnard) mentioned it yesterday, and I couldn’t resist the challenge.
Since backing out of yesterday’s Turkey Trot run due to the first rainfall in Phoenix in about three months, I have been determined to schedule a new race.
During my search this morning, I came across a unique race. In fact, it’s a running event I think would have trouble attracting participants – the InStep Icebreaker Indoor Marathon.
Apparently, the course looks something like this: 0.
Yes, runners must complete about 94 laps around an indoor track in Milwaukee. Not only does that sound boring, my guess is the repetition and lack of terrain would increase your chances for injury.
I’m not a big treadmill fan, but I would run a marathon on one before even considering an indoor track marathon. At least you could then park yourself in front of a television to help break the monotony.
If you’ve completed an indoor marathon, please let me know about your experience. Are my assumptions off?
I love low-cost fitness solutions you can do anywhere, at any time and without the need for much equipment. Maybe this is why I enjoying running so much.
Recently, I came across a challenge that meets these criteria – the One Hundred Push Ups Program. After seeing several people reference it on various blogs, I finally decided to jump on board.
Today I took the initial test (which was definitely an ego-killer), so I guess I’m officially off and running.
I’ve always been a little envious of people who seem to pound out push-ups with relative ease. Right now 100 consecutive push-ups seems like a very lofty goal. I’m looking forward to seeing my progress after six weeks of training.
Have you attempted or – better yet — completed this challenge? Please feel free to share your experience in the comments section.
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