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April 22, 2019 By Jill Angie

Determined AF

Last week I was coaching a client and she said something so profound that I need to share it with you. She’s done several half marathons in the past and is currently training for the Seattle Rock-n-Roll in June. In her own words, she’s half-assed her training for every other race. This time she’s approaching things […]

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Filed Under: Motivation, Rebels on the Run, Training Tips, Uncategorized

April 15, 2019 By Jill Angie

What Is a Good Speed to Run?

What is a good speed to run?

The most frequently asked question in the Not Your Average Runner Facebook group is some version of “How fast do I need to be to call myself a real runner?” Ugh. Why, oh why, are we so fucking concerned with speed and pace? Spoiler alert—I’m gonna get a little rant-y in this post… I’m not […]

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Filed Under: Rebels on the Run, Training Tips

April 12, 2019 By Jill Angie

What the F*$k Is a Virtual Race and Why Should You Run One?

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Have you ever found yourself waking up before dawn on a weekend morning, stumbling around in the dark trying to find your running gear, make coffee, and locate your car keys—all so you can drive to a freezing cold race site and stand in line for 20 minutes to pee? And then wonder why you […]

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Filed Under: Rebels on the Run, Training Tips, Uncategorized, Virtual Race

January 26, 2016 By Jill Angie

Why you’re running slower lately and how to fix it.

Have you noticed recently that running feels harder than usual? The more you train, the slower you get? Gaining weight, persistent fatigue, and just generally wondering if running is ever going to be fun again? You might think you’re not doing enough, and that you have to run more to get faster. So you increase from 4 […]

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Filed Under: Training Tips

January 6, 2016 By Jill Angie

Winter Running Tips

Well, it’s finally winter here in the northeastern US.  I was a little worried for a few weeks that we were going to just slide straight from fall into spring but the cold weather showed up right on schedule. A lot of people take their running indoors in the cold months, which I totally understand. […]

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November 10, 2015 By Jill Angie

Do’s and Don’ts for Beginning Runners

DO – Get properly fitted with running shoes. Picking up an inexpensive pair of cute running shoes at your local discount store might be cost effective and convenient, but getting properly fitted is important. Running shoes are designed to correct biomechanical issues, provide cushioning and protection against hard surfaces like cement, and choosing the wrong […]

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Filed Under: Beginners, Training Tips

October 27, 2015 By Jill Angie

Calling all Couch to 5K Dropouts!

If you read my blog because you’re contemplating becoming a runner but aren’t quite ready yet, or you’re a couch to 5K dropout and think that running is just not your thing, this post is meant for YOU.  It’s not easy to start running in the body you have right now. If you’re overweight, or haven’t […]

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Filed Under: Beginners, Training Tips

October 21, 2015 By Jill Angie

Managing the Post-Race Blues

Tis the season for marathons. Lots of them. And half marathons, and 10Ks and 5Ks and everything in between. Fall is one of the most popular times of the year to run, because the temperatures are cool and the air is crisp and it’s the culmination of all the summer training you’ve done. I’m seeing […]

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Filed Under: Inner Mean Girl, Managing the mind, Training Tips

September 29, 2015 By Jill Angie

3 Mistakes You’re Making With Run/Walk Intervals…and How to Fix Them

Run/walk intervals are all the rage right now, and with good reason. Taking this approach is easier on your body (especially for overweight runners) and allows you to go farther with less chance of injury. It doesn’t require a lot of special equipment and is easy to modify as you build endurance. But there are […]

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Filed Under: Beginners, Training Tips

September 16, 2015 By Jill Angie

3 Things to Keep in Check When You’re a Runner With Multiple Sclerosis

I’m excited to bring you a guest post from Andrea Hanson – an accomplished runner who uses running to help manage her MS! Running when you have MS can be hugely rewarding. I’ve had MS for 15 years and I’ve run the whole time. In fact, I consider it to be one of my best […]

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Filed Under: Managing the mind, Training Tips

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