RUNNERPEDIA

How to stay “In it to Win it” Throughout Your Entire Run!

[vc_row row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" oblique_section="no" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Have you ever found your mind wandering during a training run? Or, have you ever been so frustrated mid-run that you talked yourself into a negative performance? If the answer is yes to either of these questions, you’re not...

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One Foot in Front of the Other – Run Confidently into 2023!

[vc_row row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" oblique_section="no" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Did you know that humans have been setting New Year’s resolutions for 4,000 years?! According to the History Channel, these celebrations date back to various cultures and festivals around the world. You can read more about the origins of...

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Overcoming Your “Ghosts of Fitness Past”

[vc_row row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" oblique_section="no" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you have a few “ghosts of fitness past” in your closet, don’t be spooked! As runners we have ALL had obstacles to overcome. In the moment these things may have thrown us off course or even prevented us...

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Discipline vs. Motivation: Which would you choose?

[vc_row row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" oblique_section="no" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Fall running season is just around the corner. In fact, it’s so close you can almost feel the brisk breeze and smell pumpkin spice in the air everywhere! However, while it might be close, there are still a few...

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Tough Runs Make Tough Runners

[vc_row row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" oblique_section="no" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]I’ve always said running is a fickle sport because some days you have it and some days you “don’t”. As an endurance runner you probably know what I mean; some days you run marathons or long distances and other...

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Summer Running Survival Guide

[vc_row row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" oblique_section="no" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Summer running can be challenging, but it can also be rewarding. Training through the heat makes fall miles feel like a breeze (pun intended!) One of my favorite running mantras for summer running is “summer miles bring fall smiles”...

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Rules of the Road – Race Day Etiquette Tips for Runners

[vc_row row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" oblique_section="no" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]The number one thing I love about the running community is how friendly and encouraging everyone is! Even though racing can be a competitive sport, fellow runner “competitors” will be the first people there to cheer you on before,...

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Things No One Ever Told Us About Running (but we wish they had)!

[vc_row row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" oblique_section="no" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Have you ever heard someone say, “running is easy to start because as long as you have a pair of shoes, anyone can get out there and run”? While this is technically true, and running is truly for anyone,...

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Unique Running Destinations and Races

[vc_row row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" oblique_section="no" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] Spring break is here and before you know it school will be out for the summer! If you find yourself looking for a new destination for your next vacation, check out some of our AMPT Ambassador’s favorite races and/or...

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PR on Purpose!

[vc_row row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" oblique_section="no" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]When you start running, your first racing PR is automatic because no matter the distance or time it takes, it will a first-time personal best! From there, you may find yourself setting records for the next several races as...

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