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Recovery Strategies for Runners

Navigating Alternative Recovery Strategies When Life Gets Crazy Hey Runners, We all know the golden rules of optimal recovery: maximize sleep, eat enough, and eat cleanly. These foundational elements are the keys to true recovery, ensuring that we bounce back stronger from our runs and stay injury-free. However, life often has other plans. For many…

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How Often Should You Run?

Going for a Run & Finding Your Stride Dear Run R2P Community, Finding the perfect balance in your running routine can feel as challenging as conquering a steep hill. As a physical therapist and run coach, I understand the importance of frequency when it comes to hitting the pavement. Let’s explore the optimal frequency for…

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Add Sprint Training

Enhance Your Long-Distance Runs with Sprint Training! Dear Run R2P Community, Are you ready to take your running game to the next level? Today, I want to talk to you about the often-overlooked but incredibly beneficial practice of sprint training for long-distance endurance runners. Sprint training offers your body a refreshing change of pace and…

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Maximizing Your Running Economy

Maximizing Your Running Economy for Peak Performance Hey Runners, It’s Dr. Greg, back with another dose of running wisdom to power up your performance on the pavement and trails. Today, we’re diving into a critical aspect of your running prowess: your running economy. So, what exactly is running economy? In simple terms, it’s how efficiently…

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Plyometrics for Runners

Enhance Your Running with Plyometric Training: Run Faster, Stronger, and Safer! Dear Run R2P Community, Today we are talking about plyometrics. Plyometrics can be a gamechanger for your running no matter your skill level.   Plyometric training isn’t just about jumping higher or farther; it’s a strategic approach to improving your running economy—the holy grail of…

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VO2 Max – Maximizing Longevity through Running

The Importance of VO2 Max Dear Run R2P Community, As runners, we often focus on the immediate benefits of our beloved activity – the endorphin rush, the sense of accomplishment after a challenging workout, or the thrill of crossing the finish line. However, there’s another aspect of running that we should pay close attention to,…

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Core Strength for Runners

Enhance Your Running Performance with Core Strength: Tips from Run R2P One aspect of running related fitness I often see neglected is the core. As a performance physical therapist and run coach, I’d like to emphasize the pivotal role that a strong and resilient core plays in optimizing your running efficiency. Core training isn’t just…

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Progression Run – How & Why 2 Add In

Unlock Your Potential with a Progression Run! Hey there, Run R2P community! Today we are talking about one of my favorite running workouts, the “progression run”. If you’re searching for a way to boost your performance and challenge yourself in new ways, this workout is for you. What is a Progression Run So, what exactly…

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R2P – Run Club

Join us at R2P Run Club! Dear Runners, At R2P, we’re all about empowering you to reach your full potential as athletes. Our Run Clubs have been a huge success the last couple months, and are excited to add Anne Arundel County! Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or just starting out on your running journey,…

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Recovery for Runners – Where 2 Start

How can I optimize recovery as a runner? Dear Run R2P Community, As runners, we’re all too familiar with the inevitable aches, pains, and fatigue that come with pounding the pavement. But what if I told you there’s a way to optimize your recovery and bounce back stronger than ever? In this edition of Run…

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