This is where the miles get serious. Long runs, speed workouts, race prep, strength training, and recovery strategies all live here. Whether you are chasing a personal record or just trying to feel stronger each week, this section breaks down what training actually looks like behind the scenes.
This is my half marathon training week 8 recap covering every run from April 13–20, 2026. Half marathon training week 8 was a recovery week with reduced mileage — just three runs and a little over 20 miles total. Despite…
Stress and running have a complicated relationship that most training plans completely ignore. If you’ve noticed that stress and running don’t mix well — that your runs feel harder during stressful weeks, your recovery takes longer, or your motivation disappears…
This is my half marathon training week 4 recap covering every run from March 16–22, 2026. Half marathon training week 4 included a progression run, my first 5K race of the season, and an 8-mile long run in freezing temps.…
Training Recaps · Chicago Spring Half Week of March 9, 2026 · 16 miles · 3 runs 5 min read · Training · Week 3 Eight miles, a little rain, and a lot of wind. Still smiling — kind of.…
This half marathon training recap covers Week 2 of my Chicago Spring Half Marathon training — 16 miles, 3 runs, and a Friday that completely humbled me. Every half marathon training recap I write is an honest look at what’s…
This half marathon training recap covers Week 1 of my Chicago Spring Half Marathon training — 15 miles, 3 easy runs, and my first time back on the trail all season. Every half marathon training recap I write is an…
Training & Performance What I run in, why I rotate, and the honest truth about whether you actually need four pairs of shoes. 7 min read · Running Gear · Shoe Rotation Building a running shoe rotation changed the way…
Treadmill to Outdoor Running: 6 Powerful Steps to Protect Your Knees Running Tips Making the switch from treadmill to outdoor running — and actually surviving it with your knees intact. 8 min read · Injury Prevention · Beginner Friendly Switching…
The March Running Reset: 7 Powerful Ways to Rebuild Your Running Routine Training & Performance A simple, no-pressure way to realign your running routine before spring really gets going. 6 min read · March Reset · Consistency Tips A spring…
