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Feb 1, What is Reasonable?

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:56:14 GMT

I have been running for almost three years now... My pr is 21:30 in the 5k... I am obviously not an olympic athlete, and I am sure many ask this question,

Jan 21, Smart Running Goals

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 14:06:21 GMT

A smart runner sets smart running goals. Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely. If you want to improve, set running goals every week.

Jan 18, how hard and long should i train over the winter for spring track?

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 02:08:17 GMT

I am planning on running the 3200m primarily in track and the 1600m once in a while. I want to have my best season as my goals are 9:45 for the 3200m and

Jan 14, Winter Running - Stay warm running in the cold.

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 23:34:09 GMT

Winter running requires some smart choices. Here are some tips to stay warm in the cold and be able to run safely.

Dec 11, The Molly Seidel Interview with tips4running.com

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 03:53:26 GMT

Molly Seidel is a Senior Distance Runner at the high school level in Wisconsin. She might be the fastest runner in Wisconsin since Suzy Favor Hamilton. She recently ran a 13:19 in the 4k for CC.

Dec 7, The Progressive Run - Five Steps to Running This Tough Workout

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 20:40:49 GMT

A Progressive Run tests your mental and physical toughness. Can you get faster each mile?

Nov 24, Running Gear - Find great gear and what to wear here!

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 19:20:42 GMT

Find your running gear information here. Clothes, GPS Watches, Reflective Gear, and even Running Strollers.

Nov 18, Run The Edge Interview with Tim Catalano and Adam Goucher

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:54:19 GMT

The Run the Edge interview with Tim Catalano and Adam Goucher. These two University of Colorado Grads wrote a very motivating book "Running the Edge."

Nov 12, Lose Weight

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 14:00:47 GMT

What do i need to do to lose weight around my stomach hips butt and back fat? Hello Amanda, You need to run more and eat less. That's it. Here's a

Nov 12, Ralph Brubacher

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 13:58:06 GMT

I have a question about qualifying times and age. I am running a Boston Qualifying marathon on Sun., Nov.6, 2011. I turn 60 on Mar. 4, 2012. If I qualified

Nov 10, The Saucony 8mm Shoe Review of the Guide 5 and Triumph 9

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:26:01 GMT

What is the deal with Saucony 8mm running shoes? Saucony recently released two new versions of their staple running shoes with less cusion in the heel.

Nov 4, Struggling Runner

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 16:31:37 GMT

Hey Coach, There is a runner on our high school team who is struggling in his running. We just finished our State Sectional Meet. He finished with a 1

Oct 28, Stagnant Cross Country Times

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 23:49:25 GMT

I am a 16 year old male and a junior in high school. I don't consider myself to be a talented runner, or one with very much natural running ability. I

Oct 28, How to motivate my young daughters to run

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 21:23:46 GMT

Hello, I just came across your site and I am so happy I found it. I am a mother of 2 young girls, one 6 years and one 11 years old. My oldest is not very

Oct 28, Running the Edge by Adam Goucher and Tim Catalano - The Tips4Running.com Review

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 03:17:11 GMT

A complete review of Running The Edge by Adam Goucher and Tim Catalano. Want to learn what it takes to become a distance maven?

Oct 20, 50 Reasons to Run - The Truth Behind Running

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 16:36:19 GMT

Here are 50 reasons to run. These aren't your typical reasons. This list only includes strange, stupid, and mildy offensive reasons why runners run.

Oct 14, Boston qualifying

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 16:19:41 GMT

I am running two marathons in 2012. I will be 36 during those marathons. What do I need to run one of those in to qualify and run in the 2013 Boston

Oct 14, Boston Qualifying Questions

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 02:36:17 GMT

Questions and answers about qualifying for the Boston Marathon in 2013.

Oct 14, Advancing Age Groups

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 02:35:04 GMT

I am a 39-year-old female who is running a marathon October 30, 2011. Does my time need to be under 3:40 (30-39 age group) or under 3:45 (my age group

Oct 11, Fall Running Tips - Run and Take Your Camera!

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 16:36:48 GMT

Running in the fall is the ideal season for people living in temperate zones. There aren't any great tips here, just great pictures of the fall scenery as I went on a run.

Oct 6, Am i burned out?

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 02:19:15 GMT

Hello my name is Jeremy Hudson. After track season I took no break, and i ran over 800 miles this summer. During cross country, well I am doing really

Oct 6, How soon can I start marathon training again?

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 02:10:52 GMT

Hi Coach, I just completed my 2nd Marathon. My 1st was in June. After the Rock n Roll Seattle I followed the Hal Higdon Marathon Recovery plan which

Sep 28, cross country difficulties =(

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 22:45:17 GMT

Hello, I'm signed up for a cross country run on October 4th. I read all the tips on cross country running and saw that there was a lot of things I didn't

Sep 28, Beginner

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 22:37:35 GMT

Hi, I'm a beginning runner (walk-runner) I have never ran before and have just lost 40lbs on a diet I was on. My walking program was sarting to bore me

Sep 27, Running Health Benefits - An Incredible List

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 21:52:37 GMT

The List of Running Health Benefits Includes Things Like Cardiovascular Health, Lower Blood Pressure, And Much More.

Sep 22, Shin Splints - Running Help for School

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 23:54:22 GMT

So, I run cross country at my school. This weekend, varsity is going to Kansas to run in a big and fun race. I'm scheduled to go, but have recently felt

Sep 22, 800 training

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 16:30:00 GMT

I am a high school middle distance runner. I was wondering what I should be doing during practice to train. Our coach has us run with the distance runners,

Sep 21, Nutrition

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 16:38:40 GMT

I am a high school track&field athlete. I love to run, and I am alright at it. I run the 200 meter dash. What should i do about my diet for pre-season

Sep 20, Barefoot Running by Micheal Sandler - The Tips4Running.com Review

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 17:36:03 GMT

A complete review of Barefoot Running by Michael Sandler. Tips4Running.com recommends this book to anyone who is seriously considering barefoot running or wants to learn more about it.

Sep 16, No physical results yet :(

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:32:09 GMT

Hi I have been trying to find out this answer for ages!! I have always been fairly fit and have dabbled in and out of running for a few years, never

Sep 15, Race Strategy

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 02:00:04 GMT

Run your race! Don't follow the lead of other runners. Find five great tips for Cross Country Race Strategy here so you can run your best every week.

Sep 14, Mom of HS CC runner

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 22:05:38 GMT

My son is new to CC, he missed almost all of this year's pre season, because of circumstances beyond his control (meaning, it is not because of his lack

Sep 7, Loss of Taste

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 03:08:03 GMT

glorious evening greetings to you! Yesterday I went for a run with my running partner Miss Caitlin. We did 23 miles as she's training for a marathon

Sep 7, About to give it my first try on the road up above the farm.

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 02:59:23 GMT

In Australia there are spiders and 'three corners' in the grass that I really want to avoid so I may need some protection in the future. So today I will

Sep 4, Cross Country Running Tips

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 12:03:43 GMT

Cross Country Running Tips for Runners and Coaches. Preseason and In-Season Training Plans, Racing Strategies and much more.

Aug 30, Eisenbahn Marathon and Half Marathon Review

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 02:21:24 GMT

A detailed review of the Eisenbahn Marathon, and the Eisenbahn Half Marathon in West Bend Wisconsin. This is a review of the race that happened in August of 2011

Aug 26, Running With UC - An Interview with Adam from I Have UC.com

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:40:12 GMT

An interview with Adam from I Have UC.com. He has been living and even been running with UC for years. UC stands for ulcerative colitis, which is a disease that affects the colon.

Aug 20, Saucony Kinvara 2 Review After Extensive Training

Sat, 20 Aug 2011 14:17:53 GMT

The Saucony Kinvara 2 - A Complete Review. I have logged over 200 miles in these shoes and loved every step. Find out if they are right for you.

Aug 10, Fun CC Running Ideas

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 13:11:10 GMT

What are the beet ways to mix up my work outs so the kids don't get bored. I ran high school cross country 20 + years ago. This is my first season as

Aug 7, Tips on Running a 5k

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 12:40:02 GMT

Five tips on running a 5k, and five tips on training for a 5k. Following a great 5k program may lead you to victory in your next race.

Jul 30, Beginners Running Program - Start Walking, Get Running, Lose Weight

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 13:43:25 GMT

Start with an excellent beginners running program. Learn about your perceived level of exertion and try the Start Walking Get Running Lose Weight plan designed by tips4running.com.

Jul 24, Can I get in shape before school starts on August 8th?

Sun, 24 Jul 2011 19:50:49 GMT

I stopped running for a while because of an injury and didn't start back running until the middle of June. I only did crosscountry once and my fastest

Jul 24, Greg

Sun, 24 Jul 2011 19:41:19 GMT

I had a synovectomy about 4 years ago, due to pvns. There was a lot of damage to the knee and I quit most physical activity and I gained 40 pounds. I

Jul 24, Tom Held of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel talks with Tips4Running

Sun, 24 Jul 2011 00:13:24 GMT

Tom Held writes a wonderful section called "Off the Couch" for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. He covers activities like road races, hiking, and skiing.

Jul 15, Hot Shoes

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 12:11:35 GMT

Hi, I've had this problem before with my previous shoes, but my new shoes are worse. I recently bought a new pair of running shoes and I broke them in,

Jul 14, Summer Running - Have fun on your run in the heat and sun.

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 19:47:19 GMT

Summer Running is great if you don't overheat. Find ways to stay cool and still enjoy the running in the summer outside with seven tips.

Jul 9, Allie Woodward talks with Tips4Running.com

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 01:13:15 GMT

Allie Woodward had one of the quietest, but most dominant running seasons for a High School Girl from Wisconsin. She won the state CC title, the 3200 title, and set many records in the process.

Jul 2, Garmin GPS Watch - How a Garmin Forerunner Works

Sat, 02 Jul 2011 18:45:46 GMT

I love my Garmin GPS Watch. A Garmin Forerunner helps me monitor how far I ran, my pace, and even my heart rate (If you get a heart rate monitor with it) Stay motivated and use a Garmin!

Jun 26, Coach John Gard talks with Tips4Running.com

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 22:51:52 GMT

John Gard, the head CC Coach at Green Bay Notre Dame talks with Tips4Runnin.com. He is an accomplished marathon runner and was the high school coach for Allie Woodward

Jun 25, Getting Fit For my Wedding

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 03:27:16 GMT

These runners are using the Start Walking, Get Running, Lose Weight Plan. One of them is getting fit for their wedding in September!