Month: July 2021

Big Thanks Posted From https://www.runtothefinish.com/running-weight-gain/ Marathon training seems like it should be a great way to lose weight. Why is it then that many runners gain weight? It’s not because running will inherently make you gain weight. There is A LOT to unpack here and we’re going to break it down so you can reap…

Big Thanks Posted From https://www.runtothefinish.com/does-muscle-weigh-more-than-fat/ One of the reasons I find many runners not lifting is they’ve heard that strength training makes you gain weight. Which often comes from hearing that muscle weighs more than fat. It’s not surprising that we get confused about this topic because many of us grew up using the scale…

Big Thanks Posted From https://www.runtothefinish.com/beginner-running-tips/ We’re gonna take it wayyyyy back to today. Like back to the beginning. If I’d had access to these beginner running tips on day 1 it would likely have saved me not only some time, but my sanity and drastically reduced my risk of injury. Wondering if others struggled as…

Big Thanks Posted From https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/07/ultimate-home-gym-playlist/ Looking for the ultimate home gym playlist? Oh, FBGs, we have GOT it for you! Ever since we created our garage gym (AKA, the Barn Box), I’ve been crafting the perfect home gym playlist. The track list is a little bit funky, a lot 90s, a bit grungy, occasionally hipster,…

Big Thanks Posted From https://www.runtothefinish.com/trails-near-denver/ Since moving to Colorado, one of the most frequent questions I get from those who will be visiting is what are the best trails near Denver? It’s important to know that the closest trail to downtown Denver is at least 20 minutes and you might be driving closer to 40…

Big Thanks Posted From https://www.runtothefinish.com/benefits-of-long-distance-running/ We know that running is a great full body workout, burning calories, strengthening muscles including your heart, but is there a certain mileage to get extra results? All miles count, but there are some extra benefits of long distance running! What is long distance running? Distance running is any run…

Big Thanks Posted From https://www.runtothefinish.com/feb-run-club/ Our Virtual Run Club is exploring all you need to know about Low Heart Rate Training whether your goal is learning how to do easy runs easy enough, increase your endurance, get injured less or simply become a better runner. I LOVE this topic because I’ve seen it transform so…

Big Thanks Posted From https://www.runtothefinish.com/sports-nutrition-books/ While my book can get you through all the key areas of training, it’s not designed to be a top sports nutrition book. That’s because I’m not a Registered Dietitian and your running coach, your personal trainer, your gym buddy shouldn’t be your source for a deep dive on nutrition…

Big Thanks Posted From https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/07/french-toast-fingers-with-quick-berry-syrup/ Finger foods. Every kid loves ’em. And, heck, a lot of grown-ups do as well. (Including us!) Which is why we can’t get enough of these tasty and adorable French Toast Fingers with Quick Berry Syrup from Alexandra Caspero’s and Whitney English’s (you might remember her from this inspiring podcast…

Big Thanks Posted From https://www.runtothefinish.com/how-long-do-gps-watches-last/ Our running shoes have a lifespan of around 500 miles…or less. But how long should we expect our GPS running watch to keep on ticking? Our watches have become such phenomenal tools in our training. Providing not only tracking miles and distance between two points, but heart rate information, guided…