Thoughts on a Racing with a Pack of Runners
Posted by George Parker onThere are advantages and disadvantages to racing in a pack of runners. Here I break each down to help you decide if a pack can help you chase your running goals. Transcript Let's talk about...
Arm Warmers
Posted by George Parker onArm warmers are a must consideration for cold-weather racing. They offer the warmth of a long-sleeve shirt and the cooling of a tank top. Transcript I want to rip a second on arm...
California International Marathon 2021 Race Recap - 2:58:03
Posted by George Parker onAnother great experience at the California International Marathon. I was able to set a new PR at 2:58:03 while enjoying CIM's come back year. Transcript Good afternoon runners hope all hauled the holiday season is...
Running Speed: The Math behind the numbers
Posted by George Parker onRunning speed is a math formula. Knowing and executing are two different things though: Transcript: Running speed is a math formula. It is your cadence times your stride length. I have always been taught and...
Guaranteed Happier Running
Posted by George Parker onHow's your relationship with your GPS watch? Maybe it's time for a breakup or at least a short separation. Transcript Good afternoon runners hope all's well I just want to come and talk today....
There's Always Someone Who Runs Faster
Posted by George Parker onRemember, there is always someone faster. Keep this in my mind when you're having a bad day --- you still faster that a previous version of yourself and all those people who never get out...
What's your Running Origin Story?
Posted by George Parker onWhat's your running origin story? That moment when you went from being a non-runner to a runner? Transcript So what is your running origin story? And what I mean by that to give you an...
It's Not Luck. It's Training.
Posted by George Parker onOne simple phrase has changed my entire approach to running. I was at a marathon expo over 10 years ago talking to a pacer. When we finished, I said "Good Luck," and turned to leave....
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Running the NYC Marathon
Posted by George Parker onThe NYC Marathon is a World Major Marathon and an iconic race. If you are running, you are in for an unforgettable experience. In this episode, I discuss five things I wish I knew about...
Cortisol & Stress
Posted by George Parker onYour body releases cortisol in response to stress, which prepares you to fight or flee. This is a useful response in our early years when the stressors were things trying to hurt, kill, or eat...
Stop the Negative Self-Talk
Posted by George Parker onHave you ever been racing or doing a hard workout when things start going poorly? Do you start saying mean things to yourself? “You’re not good enough.” “You’re a bad runner.” “Just quit.” This negative...
TV or ZWIFT when running on Treadmill
Posted by George Parker onWhat’s the better entertainment option when running on the treadmill? Transcript This is a hypothetical question, but a fun one to consider. Is it better to watch TV or ZWIFT when running on a treadmill?...
Why We Run
Posted by George Parker onWhy do we run? It doesn’t always have to be about winning or setting personal bests. It doesn’t even have to be about being healthy. Instead, I explore how running can be a common thread...
Back-To-Back Running Workouts
Posted by George Parker onUnless you are a professional runner, you're going to need to be flexible with your training plan. Ideally, you will have two easy running days between "workouts" such as tempos, fartleks, speed, and more challenging...