Dealing with more responsibility at work
Posted by George Parker onMost of our runners are not pro-athletes. Well, indeed, most runners are not pro-athletes. But, that does not mean runners don’t train hard to be their best selves.  Since we’re not pro-athletes, most runners are...
Finding running routes while on vacation
Posted by George Parker onFor many runners, vacation doesn't always mean a break from running. Instead, it is an opportunity for familiar enjoyment, respite from vacation activity, or a way to burn off extra calories from vacation food and...
Here's a way to choose your race to run a PR
Posted by George Parker onRace selection can be a process - it can consume as much time as you allow. That's because there are so many factors to consider and, these days, so many races to choose from. So...
How to adjust Training Paces in the Heat of Summer
Posted by George Parker onAs a company based in Atlanta, GA, Peregrune knows something about heat and humidity. During the hot summer months, it's important to take heat into account when you going about your daily training. There's no need...
Pull-ups: Why runners should add to their routine
Posted by George Parker onAs a runner, it's hard enough finding timing to get your miles in - especially while managing work, family, and other responsibilities. And, the addition of stretching and doing your best to eat healthy are...
How to NOT GET SICK while Traveling
Posted by George Parker onTravel is often a necessary component of your daily work and career. And, if not for work, most runners will at some point travel for races. I travel for work about once a month. A...
Learn from Bodybuilders: How to start a vitamin and supplement regimen for runners.
Posted by George Parker onRunners can learn a lot from body builders. Body builders have long known that to accomplish their goals there must be work in both the gym and kitchen. Specifically, nutrition is a vital component of...
How to Pace Without GPS Watches
Posted by George Parker onBeep. Beep. Beep. Beep. Beep. Most runners know that sound at the beginning of a road race - the choreographed beeps of thousands of GPS watches instantly syncing with satellites. GPS watches are a great...
168 Hours: How to work 9-5 and Still Run
Posted by George Parker onLife is Hard. And Busy. Adding a 4 to 6 day per week running program on top of your existing life will only make things harder. As a fellow 9-5’er and Weekend Warrior, I can...
Why Runners Should Take Omega-3 / Fish Oil
Posted by George Parker onOmega-3 Fish Oil as a dietary supplement makes a lot of practical sense. Most health care professionals and dietary guidelines suggest eating fish 2-3 times per week. This equates to approximately 500mg of Omega-3s per...
Why Runners Should Take Vitamins
Posted by George Parker onAs a runner, at some point you will likely consider adding vitamins and supplements to your training routine. There are many opinions on this topic. Nearly every scientific and nutritional expert would agree that the primary...
Best Time to Take your Multivitamin
Posted by George Parker onA common question I receive is when is the best time of day to take my multivitamin? As always, the More your Know the Faster You Run. First, anytime is better than no time to take...
Why Runners Should Try Intermittent Fasting
Posted by George Parker onIntermittent fasting is gaining popularity in the health and fitness community. But, does intermittent fasting have any benefit for distance runners? Intermittent fasting as a concept is simple - you do not eat. That's it. It...
When Running on a Treadmill is Better than Running Outside
Posted by George Parker onTreadmills get a bad reputation. Except when it’s frigid outside – like during the recent cold snap across much of the United States – treadmills are avoided by most runners. However, the treadmill can be...