Should You Start Marathon Training Now? The 18-Week Indianapolis Monumental Window

Should You Start Marathon Training Now? The 18-Week Indianapolis Monumental Window

If you're thinking about running the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon this November, today is not too early to start. It's exactly right. Here's what an 18-week build looks like and how to use the summer window well.

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5 Signs You're Ready to Hire a Running Coach (And Signs You're Not)

5 Signs You're Ready to Hire a Running Coach (And Signs You're Not)

A lot of runners ask me when the right time to hire a coach is. The answer isn't about your pace or your race history. It's about where you are in your training and what's actually holding you back.

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Marathon Training Over 40: What Changes and How to Run Your Best as a Masters Runner

Marathon Training Over 40: What Changes and How to Run Your Best as a Masters Runner

One of the most common things I hear from runners over 40 is some version of "I'm doing everything I used to do but I keep getting hurt or I'm just not improving." Here's an honest look at what changes after 40 and how to train around it.

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Mid-Summer Check-In: What Your Long Runs Should Look Like Right Now for Indianapolis Monumental Marathon Training

Mid-Summer Check-In: What Your Long Runs Should Look Like Right Now for Indianapolis Monumental Marathon Training

If you're training for the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon, mid-June is when your base-building should be in full swing. Here's what your long runs should look like right now — and how to handle Indiana's summer heat.

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