FOREWARNING: This is a somewhat boring but informative post, to say the least! Suppose you want to improve your ability to run further and run faster without getting injured. In that case, you need to work on fine-tuning your running technique and strengthen your physical skills related to running. Once you can mimic the same […]
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I finished the 2015 TCS NYC Marathon having difficulty walking after crossing the finish line and being unable to properly move my body, let alone walk for a week and a half after the race. Hi! I’m Coach Alli! If you’re new to my blog. WELCOME! I’m thrilled to share a part of my running
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It’s essential to stay hydrated throughout your marathon training journey, not just during one specific run. What Are Electrolytes? Electrolytes are minerals that include: calcium, chloride, magnesium, potassium, and sodium ions. These are all essential to our health and are found naturally in saltwater. Chloride, bicarbonate, calcium, phosphate, sodium, magnesium, and potassium are needed for you
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Keep your training fun with a variety of exercises tailored to meet you where you are in your fitness journey. The foundation of the Runwithalli® Coaching Methodology comes from my personal experiences with running marathons, both breakthroughs, and setbacks, including one horrific injury. In addition to my UESCA certification and being coached by Dr. Jason
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Each year’s training progressively made me stronger for the next year, so I could run a faster marathon and qualify for the Boston Marathon. I increased the duration and volume of my long runs year over year. It took me six years to build my endurance for a 21-mile-long run. It didn’t happen overnight. If
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To run farther and faster, it’s essential to get in the habit of warming up properly and including dynamic stretching in your warm-up routine. Dynamic Stretching What is Dynamic Stretching? When should we perform dynamic stretches? Dynamic Stretching is simply moving multiple joints and muscles to get the body moving and the blood flowing. These
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Orcan Ogetbil went from running a 3:58 marathon (his first Brooklyn Marathon) to a 3:10 marathon (his sixth marathon this past Sunday running in the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Marathon) in 3.5 years. Backstory What is currently your biggest challenge preventing you from achieving your goals? Above is one of the questions I asked Runwithalli®️ coached athlete Orcan Ogetbil
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Individuals who run are aware of the injuries that can arise from poor running form. Regardless of the distance, you’re training for. Whether you’re preparing for a 5K or an ultra marathon, it’s essential to mobilize and strengthen the muscles that running doesn’t do alone with proper mobility and strength-training routine. Otherwise, you risk getting
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