If you run with a group, you’ll become a better runner and have more fun. Obviously, there are no guarantees, but if you’re working towards a challenging goal, or you simply want to become more consistent and make those 5K fun runs easier, training in a group...
If you want to become a stronger runner, there are no shortcuts, simple solutions, or magic pills. It just takes a lot of hard work and consistent effort. No matter what your goals are – to just finish a 5K, or finish faster than last time – everyone can...
Wednesday, June 7, is Global Running Day; a day to gather with the entire running community and publicly declare our love for running (and beer, but that’s not officially part of it). One of the great things about running is that everyone runs for their own...
One of the things I love about our 5K fun runs is that they attract all sorts of runners: New, old, casual and hardcore. Lately, I’ve had a few conversations with some of our regulars about what it might take to become a “real runner.” To be clear,...
It’s starting to get warm in Portland!While we’re not into the high heat of summer yet, if it’s anything like the last few summers, it’s time to talk about staying hydrated when running this summer. While we’re not into the high heat of...
How do you warm up before a run? Perhaps jumping jacks or some other stretching maneuvers from elementary P.E. class? If you’re like most runners, chances are you’re not warming up enough. I know I wasn’t. For many years, my pre-run routine consisted primarily...
