Hi Everyone! Are you ready to get in an awesome run that will improve your speed and fitness level while burning fat? Perfect! I have a fantastic VO2 Max workout for you today! What is a VO2 Max Workout? I’m so glad you asked! Your VO2 Max refers to the maximum amount of oxygen that…
Hi Everyone! Jesse is back to answer your running questions. One of the most popular running questions we get is What Is Proper Running Form? Running is all about efficiency of movement. That means that form matters, because when any part of your body is out of alignment, your efficiency is thrown off. Also, you’ve…
“You’re still running? Is that okay?” I get this question a lot when people find out that I am still running, well into my third trimester. I am not running as often, or as quickly, but I am still running. I feel great when I run! In fact, research has shown that running and exercise…
Hi Everyone! It’s workout time! Today we have a brand new workout for you. This is a full body workout. All you need is some space and a dumbbell. If you don’t have access to dumbbells you can grab something from around the house to add some resistance, or complete the exercises with body weight…
Hi Everyone! Today I am sharing a running workout. This workout was designed by Coach Shep, to improve speed, while building endurance. One of the goals I am currently focusing on, is to improve my race pace for the 5K. It’s been a long time since I trained for anything speedy, and as a result…
6 Tips for Becoming a Runner & Starting a Running Program by Jesse Bender When discussing running, one of the most common questions I receive is, “How do I become a runner or how do I even start?” My mind floods with positive responses; I’ll attempt to be precise. There is no set-pace that a…
Hi Everyone! Yesterday I got in a great running workout on the track. This is a great workout for improving your speed and endurance. If you want to become a faster runner you need to learn how to push your body, and how to pace yourself. During races, or longer workouts, pacing yourself is key…
Hi Everyone! If you are new to starting a running program this article is for you! Getting started with running can seem intimidating, but you can do it. The beautiful thing about running is that it doesn’t take long to see improvement. Still not sure? Check out my article Running Made Me Cry…How I Became a Runner.…
Hi Everyone! As the winter draws to a close (hopefully!) I find myself saying “I can’t wait for it to be sunny! I just want to RUN!” The truth is there doesn’t have to be sunshine to get in a run. I have run in snow, rain, freezing temperatures and blistering heat. This winter has…
The theory of specificity training states that to become better at a sport you must train in that particular sport/skill. Runners train by running, swimmers train by swimming, bikers train by cycling. So why cross train? Research has shown that cross training improves oxygen use and running economy. Improved Running Economy means that you can run…
Hi Everyone!Welcome to Day 28 of the 30 Day Workout Challenge! I really enjoyed this workout. It’s a nice combination of strength, stretch, and cardiovascular challenge. It’s a great full body workout, and it is also a good cross training workout for runners. I have posted two alternate cardio options below for those of you that don’t…
By Ed ShephardIf you want to begin running and keep running, then you need to get off to a good start. If you get off to a good start, it’s more likely that your experience will be enjoyable and injury free, rather than frustrating and injury filled. If you have a good first month, you’ll…
Running is a Building Process, NOT an APP By Jesse Bender Running is a building process. You do not simply add a running APP to your device and think you can clock a 15 min 5k (with or without your car). You find where your beginning base is and you build upon it….by RUNNING. Every…
Hi Everyone! Today Jesse is taking us through his pre-run warm up routine. He demonstrates the different movements that he uses with the cross country team he helps coach. He also shares some post run stretches, and core exercises to improve your running form/speed. Gambit didn’t want to miss a photo op. 🙂 This is…
Hi Everyone! My workout from last night is posted below. This is a great fat burning, and toning workout. I paired it with a running workout, so I only went through it one time. If I hadn’t paired it with a running workout I would have repeated it up to three times. This series of…
One of the greatest things about running, is that you don’t need a lot of equipment to get started. You need your body, and a pair of shoes. If you’re a female a great sports bra is another must have, but I will save the details of the best running sports bras to a future…
Hi Everyone,I was planning on filming a workout tonight, but after cross country practice this morning I took a really long nap. In a little while I will be leaving for my sister’s annual Halloween costume party. Maybe I can get some of the party goers to Burpee with me. That would be an interesting…
Hi Everyone,I will be posting a new workout today, but I also wanted to share my workout from yesterday with you. I did a Ladder Workout. The breakdown of my workout will be posted in a chart below.A Ladder Workout is an interval workout that varies running at a hard pace, and an easy pace.…
Hi Everyone,This video is actually from yesterday. I had some issues with the domain name transition for my blog last night so I didn’t get to post it until today. That means that the glute workout I mentioned in the video will be up today! I just finished filming it, and it had me dripping…
When I first started running it really did make me cry. And whine. And complain. And shoot threatening looks at Jesse when he made me run up long hills. And tell him he was evil. When I first started running I thought it was going to be easy. I had run casually in high school. I…