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With a background in training high level collegiate and pro athletes, Dr. James set out to prove that even newbie marathoners can strength train just like elite team sport athletes. He believed they could not only succeed, but become faster, stronger and more efficient. Here’s what happened!
Marathoners often find themselves asking “Should I run through this pain?” The answer comes down to the type of pain you’re experiencing. Use this handy scale of Pain Levels 1-5 to figure out if you’re safe to keep on keeping on, or if you should get checked out by a physical therapist.
Running the NYC Marathon? Here’s how to nail your final prep and race day.
The training’s in the bank and it’s time to taper for your marathon. But when a runner backs off their mileage and tells their body to rest, sometimes, it revolts. Here’s how to tell if that new pain during taper is real or just in your head, and what to do about it.
As taper pains inevitably surface before a marathon, I hear from a lot of panicked patients. Aches and sluggishness are completely normal, and very common. Most likely, they will magically disappear on race day. While your legs are resting up, give your brain something else to focus on. Here’s our list of things to keep in mind (literally.)
