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May 17, Remember me?

Thu, 17 May 2012 02:58:29 GMT

Tief! I was looking up the new Boston qualifying times, when I saw your page pop up--imagine my surprise when I realized this was the result of a (I believe)

May 8, ed --frustrated runner

Tue, 08 May 2012 02:14:29 GMT

I achieved a PR last track season of 4:20. This season I can't seem to break 4:30. I feel like crap after my first 400 when I used to split 64 and feel

May 5, Running 2 Miles - Tips for the Track

Sat, 05 May 2012 14:02:39 GMT

The longest race in high school track involves running 2 miles. Some states have the 3200 meter run, or 3000, but they all are very close in distance.

Apr 28, 1 mile 3x week

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:33:25 GMT

Hello: I am just starting to run. I am in fairly good shape; I'm a walker, and have done weights, and Zumba regularly. I am starting my running regimen

Apr 28, Foot Problems

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:26:01 GMT

Years ago I was diagnosed with plantar fasciitis - I've never thought that was completely true but have never been able to truly look into it- I've also

Apr 28, Performance PROBLEMS

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:21:44 GMT

Hi! My daughter is a sophomore in high school. She had a great freshman year in track and cross country. However, this year she is really struggling. Everyone

Apr 28, Need to run a 5k in 25 days

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:12:43 GMT

Hello, I am a 32 yr old man 6'1'' 217lb and somewhat active basketball, softball, and weights. I agreed to run a 5k in less than a month to impress a

Apr 28, Boston qualifying information

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:02:35 GMT

Thanks so much for this site and especially info. I've been looking everywhere for it: ***On September 26th, the Boston Athletic Association released

Apr 28, 4 weeks to train

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 01:59:31 GMT

So recently I have been struck with a series of sicknesses that made me unable to train for seven weeks. My doctor is now saying that with how bad I had

Apr 28, 800 Meter Tips - Develop a great plan for running the 800.

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 01:33:27 GMT

Need 800 meter tips? tips4running can help you develop a race strategy that's right for you.

Apr 22, 1 mile tips - Race smart and fast the next time you run 1500, 1600, or 1 mile.

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 20:25:39 GMT

Need 1 mile tips? tips4running can help you develop a race strategy that's right for you.

Apr 15, prediction!!

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 22:55:47 GMT

Dear Sir Tiefenthaler, i am a 16 years old boy from Greece. I used to do high jump and this year (August) i started middle distances. I desperately

Apr 14, Suunto M5 Watch Review

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 01:37:54 GMT

The Suunto M5 Watch Review from tips4running.com. We liked this heart rate monitor watch, but only for specific runners.

Apr 5, I...I......I haven't been training as i should

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:26:10 GMT

Alright so... Last year... I was all for the training part and I actually did really good in my 1500 race. But see, this year, i got a little bit lazy,

Mar 19, RE: what is reasonable

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 03:50:05 GMT

Coach Tief, I just have one more question for you, I tried to comment on my original post but it would not go through for some reason... My long term

Mar 6, Frustrated with coach

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 12:30:27 GMT

My son is running distance track - one and two mile events. Today the team was given a 2400 meter tempo run on the track; targeted mile paces as follows:

Feb 18, Setting Goals - Indoor Track Race Story

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 15:28:33 GMT

Setting goals is crucial for success. You can't achieve much without a target to shoot for. This is an indoor track race story from when I ran the 1500 in college.

Feb 11, Returning Mileage Essay Question

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 16:04:51 GMT

I am reading Brad Hudson's book on self coaching and it is all about how to train smart, avoiding injuries, and his adaptive running technique, and how

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