In coaching ultrarunners/athletes, one of the biggest challenges I face is helping them navigate fueling. Most fear using large amounts...

A lot of runners may think that marathon and ultramarathon training are quite similar, especially if you’re talking about a flat road...

You've likely heard the staggering statistics regarding metabolic health and type 2 diabetes in the United States. Around 90 million...

Spend a day on social media and you'll hear all kinds of opinions on training for endurance sports. Terms like training zones, heart...

Tired of shelling out tons of money for running-specific fuel like gels and bars? For big races I often make my own treats to save...

Thirty-five to 50 percent of women have low bone mass by age 50. Your lifetime risk of having a hip fracture is higher than breast...

Ah tapering, a necessary evil in endurance sports! Tapering allows your body to perform optimally on race day. While some people may...

Many people come to me looking for coaching to do two seemingly opposing things: 1) to perform better and 2) to lose weight. So the...

Are you trying to major in the minors? In other words, are you becoming consumed with things that have little benefit to your health...

Running in the summer heat can be difficult. If you have a long run or race planned, hydration should be one of your primary focuses. It...

It's summer which means training for fall ultras is in full swing! One of the best ways to prepare for your fall ultra is to make your...

Clients often ask if they should worry about cadence when running. Let’s break down what cadence is, discuss if we really need to worry...

In ultra running, the mental game is a HUGE factor in your success. Sure, you need the physical training and grit to carry you through...

This week I gave a nutrition and health seminar at my local library. I thought a lot about the information I discussed and the wheels...

Do you feel like you’re always climbing the mountain but never reaching the peak? Maybe your stress-recovery load from training is out of...

Training for ultramarathons is a time-consuming endeavor. Adding strength training and cross-training to your routine can become an...

If you are a female athlete, what does the latest research say regarding nutrition? There’s a lot of noise out there on social media and...

I get it. Spending money on a trainer is, in reality, a luxury. With rising prices in every area of our lives, setting aside money for...

How do we find the balance between self-improvement and self-acceptance? Can both exist at the same time? This is a question I have...

Life can be unpredictable. As many runners know, setbacks are sometimes a reality during training. Whether due to injury, illness or...