- From Margaritas to Marathons: When Did Working Out Become Fun?In my 20s, I vacationed in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, at an all-inclusive resort with a group of friends. We had … More
- Why I am running my 13th MarathonI am in the doldrums of marathon training, less than three weeks from race day. My legs are tired and … More
- What the Bonk! You Hit the Wall in a Marathon. Now What?I have hit the Wall twice in my thirteen marathons, and those races are seared into my memory. The infamous … More
- Running Citizenship: Steps to Becoming a Running CitizenI received an email from the upcoming Grandma’s Marathon about race day logistics, including the start times for the running … More
- Fear Setting: A Tool to Overcome Running Fears“We suffer more often in imagination than in reality.” – Seneca American author Mark Twain once said, “I’ve had a … More
- What Gets the Best Part of Your Day?How do you start the first moments of your day when you awake? Do you reach for your phone to … More
- Running with Support: How a Board of Advisors Can Improve Your Fitness JourneyIt is 80 degrees, hot, and sticky – and that’s inside my home. My AC unit has gone out at … More
- What Ted Lasso Taught Me About the Power of RunningThere’s a scene in the TV Show Ted Lasso that I thoroughly enjoyed. Coach Roy Kent is training Jamie Tart … More
- When Workouts Go Wrong: Strategies for Bouncing Back and Moving ForwardMy long run this past weekend was horrible. There were many contributing factors, but at the end of the day, … More
- Chasing Meaning in Every Stride: How Viktor Frankl’s Philosophy Applies to RunningIn his seminal work, “Man’s Search for Meaning,” Viktor Frankl outlined a philosophy for life rooted in the grasp of … More
- Escaping Negative Self-Talk as a RunnerMy sixteen-mile long run this weekend went horribly. I felt as if I was running in slow motion the entire … More
- Bouncing Back After a Bad Long Training RunMy sixteen mile long run this weekend went horribly. I felt as if I was running in slow motion the … More
- Running is My Therapy: The Mental Benefits of ExerciseAnima sana in corpore sano translates to “a healthy soul in a healthy body.” The Latin phrase is also the … More
- A Healthier View of SuccessI am an auto racing fan and am unsure how it happened. NASCAR is my favorite series to watch. It … More
- The Beginner’s Advantage: Why Starting from Scratch Can Be a StrengthI talked with my friend yesterday about coaching our kid’s under-8 sports team. Neither of us is remotely qualified to … More
- The Future Is Afraid of Us TooUlysses S. Grant recounts in his Memoirs one of his first impending Civil War battles as a commander of a … More
- Checkmate or Finish LineMy youngest son plays scholastic chess. He may not play forever, but he plays now, which means some weekends I … More
- Do Running Shoes Prevent Injury?A recent New York Times article concludes the idea that any running shoe can prevent you from getting hurt doesn’t … More
- Why VO2 Max and Strength Training are Key to Longevity and HealthOn my long run this week, I listened to a podcast featuring Dr. Peter Attia promoting his new book Outlive: … More
- Vowed Never To Do It AgainThe first American marathon took place in October 1896. The route went from Stamford, Connecticut, to Columbus Circle in New … More
- Attack The DayAuthor Ryan Holiday shared an insightful story in a recent newsletter: “In April 1960, the writer Richard Whalen was trying … More
- Stop Telling Everyone What You Do for a LivingWhat do you do for a living? How common is this the first question asked when meeting new people? A … More
- Resiliency When Things Go Off PlanThis is the week of the Master’s Golf Tournament. Occasionally, it is also Boston Marathon weekend, and I remember hunkering … More
- Conquering the Weather: Overcoming the Dread of Running in Rain, Heat, Humidity, and WindI dread running in the rain, heat, humidity, and wind. Is there a worse feeling than anxiously checking the 10-day … More
- It Is Not The Critic Who CountsOn April 23, 1910, Theodore Roosevelt gave a speech at the Sorbonne in Paris. At 3 pm, before a crowd … More
- From Level 21 to 30: ZWIFT’s New Running GearI love running on ZWIFT. I never minded running on the treadmill, and with ZWIFT, indoor running is even more … More
- Why Running Hills is the Secret to Becoming a Faster RunnerSome kids are fast. My son plays 10-year-old soccer. A few boys on his team are quicker than others, and … More
- A day that got away from me. Almost.A day that got away from me. Almost. Today was one of those days when I got up late and … More
- Running In A Thunderstorm: How To Survive A Lightning StrikeA clap of thunder and a blinding flash of lightning jolted my back deck early this morning. The sound and … More
- Comparing Yourself to Yourself:The Only Race That MattersI crossed the 3-mile marker and closed in on the final 200 meters of the 5K race. I was on … More
- Low Running Motivation?Here’s How to Get Back RunningLook, it happens to everyone. Some days you do not want to run. Your head is listing innumerable reasons to … More
- From Parking Lot to Home Office: The Impact of Remote Work on Daily StepsDaily steps have dropped since COVID-19, especially among the younger population, concludes a March 2023 study published in JAMA[1]. Overall, … More
- How Long Does It Take to Lose Running Fitness During a Running Break?My running coach told me to take a break from running after I finished my winter 5K training block. A … More
- The Power of Belief: How a Circus Elephant’s Story Can Teach Us to Overcome Limiting BeliefsI heard this story about a circus elephant roped to a wooden stake on the radio. Not a high tensile … More
- The Performance Enhancing Benefits of Caffeine for RunnersDesiree Linden stopped drinking coffee the week before the 2018 Boston Marathon and won the race. Desi, like many of … More
- Bill Robb – Quest to 1,000 races (#944), Teacher, 3X Boston, 2:55 Marathoner | “Listen To Your Body”Peregrune runners, meet Bill Robb Instagram: @birorunsFacebook Bill Robb (biroruns) I sat down with Bill, a Peregrune runner from the … More
- Discovering New Natural and Organic Brands at the World’s Largest Expo:A Runner’s PerspectiveThe Natural Products Expo West is the world’s largest exhibition of natural and organic products. Expo West is held in … More
- What If Today Was Your Last Run?It likely will not be, but someday it will. Eventually, you will have a last run. How will you look … More
- MoonstruckRunning Under a Full Moon During the American Revolutionary War, General George Washington famously crossed the Delaware River with Continental … More
- Publix 5K Race RecapLast weekend, I ran the Publix 5K in Atlanta, setting a +25 second personal best at 41 years old! A … More
- To Fast or Not to Fast on Your Rest Day from Running: The Benefits of Fasting for 24-HoursI have a rest day from running, usually once per week. I decided to experiment with fasting on my rest … More
- Protein, Proteus, and the Enduring Constancy of RunningCurious, I investigated the word origin of protein, the building blocks of life. It is derived from the Greek word proteios, meaning … More
- Running at High Altitude:How Runners Can Altitude TrainI visited Beech Mountain, North Carolina, on a family trip this past weekend. The mountain scenery was a refreshing change … More
- Iron Deficiency in Runners: Low iron symptoms and whether your daily multivitamin should contain ironAs a runner, should my multivitamin contain iron? I had an economics professor in college whose favorite answer to questions … More
- Osteo B-Flex vs. PeregruneRunner Joint SupportWhat’s the difference between Peregrune® Runner Joint Support™ and Osteo-Bi-Flex, one of the leading joint supplements sold? Peregrune® engineers vitamins … More
- What if you never win a race?What if you never win a race? I am a runner, and I love to race. But I am never … More
- Runners See Things DifferentRunners see things differently. I was reminded of this on a weekend getaway trip with the family. While driving into … More
- When’s Best Time To Take Peregrune Vitamins?The most important thing is to take your Runner Multivitamin with a meal containing some fat to absorb the fat-soluble … More
- Chip Melleby -sub 2:55 Marathoner, US Coast Guard, Family “Motivated By Trying To Be My Best”Peregrune runners, meet Chip Melleby! Instagram: @running_chip I sat down with Chip and learned about his journey from a 5-hour … More
- Yasso 800s For Marathon Training:Does anyone still run them?Yasso 800s seemed all the rage when I trained for my first marathon over a decade ago. The idea behind … More
- Garden of Life vs.Peregrune® Runner MultivitaminWhat’s the difference between Peregrune® Runner Multivitamin and Garden of Life’s Multivitamin? To start, Peregrune® shares Garden of Life’s mission … More
- Product Certification: What it Means for Your Safety and Your RunningThe supplement industry is plagued with countless options that promise to boost athletic performance, hasten recovery, and stimulate muscle growth. … More
- Alan Pesti – 6x Marathoner, Pacer, ex-Army and ex-Silicon Valley |”Holding Yourself Accountable”Peregrune runners, meet Alan Pesti! Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/35676920 I sat down with Alan and learned about his journey from high school athlete … More
- Cold Shower Benefits for Runners:5 Health BenefitsCold Shower Benefits For Runners What’s better than a hot shower to start your day? How about a cold shower? … More
- Does Running Lower Cholesterol?Yes, running will help you lower cholesterol. But that is not the whole story.Many runners assume they do not have … More
- Ryan Smith 1:20 Half Marathoner, Coach, Pacer, & Founder of Brunch Run Crew “Health is Wealth”Peregrune runners, meet Ryan Smith! Instagram: @runnersfever I sat down with Ryan and learned about his journey from high school … More
- Katy Wright Personal Trainer, Nike Tester, and BQ Chaser “Grown-ups also get medals”Peregrune runners, meet Katy Wright! Instagram: @coach_katymarie I sat down with Katy and learned about her running journey from a … More
- Running Injury: Coping through the 5 Stages of GriefI recently suffered an injury during my recent marathon training block. Things were going well; I was five weeks from … More
- How PEREGRUNE is different from MOMENTOUSPeregrune and Momentous are endurance supplement brands often compared. Which one is right for you? Peregrune shares similarities with Momentous … More
- 80% of Endurance Athletes Use SupplementsInteresting data from the Journal of Dietary Supplements. Peregrune simplifies your supplement routine with our signature multivitamin that replaces up … More
- The Best Laid Plans of Mice and Men — and Runners“But Mousie, thou art no thy-lane,|In proving foresight may be vain:The best laid schemes o’ Mice an’ Men Gang aft … More
- Shoe Fit at Specialty Running Store: Switching To Something NewWhen was the last time you got fitted for running shoes? As a kid, I remember going to PayLess Shoes … More
- Interview with Kristen Beiza: How she does it all!I recently spent 15 minutes with Kristen Beiza. Kristen’s Instagram profile says she is a “runner and weightlifter in pursuit … More
- When is the best time to stretch? Before or after a run?Stretching before or after running: Is there a topic runners argue over more? The only more debatable topic might be … More
- Old Fashioned Pit BBQ BBQ – What is your favorite long run?Once a year, the Methodist Church in my neighborhood has an Old-Fashioned Pit BBQ. The BBQ is a fundraiser for … More
- PEREGRUNE Runner Joint Support Gummy – NEW PRODUCTIntroducing PEREGRUNE Runner Joint Gummies. After our Runner Multivitamin, PEREGRUNE Runner Joint Support is our most popular product. We wanted to … More
- How to incorporate safe speed workouts into your training?You must practice running faster if you want to run faster at any given distance. You can run longer for increased endurance … More
- You Can Run As Hard As ProfessionalsLast night, I watched a YouTube video of Lionel Sanders running a 5-mile tempo on the treadmill with ZWIFT. Lionel is a World … More
- The Runner Event 2022 – New Product SubmissionI am thrilled to announce that Peregrune Runner Multivitamin is in the New Item Showcase for the upcoming The Running … More
- Congratulations to all of our Chicago Marathon Finishers!Congratulations to all of our Chicago Marathon Finishers this past weekend! I have seen many of your photos and celebrate … More
- How Are Your Fall Running Goals? CIM and TRE 2022Happy Fall Runners! I hope all is well with chasing your running goals! I am in the early/middle stages of … More
- How To Start Running AgainCongratulations! Whether new to running or coming back, it is never too late. Your reason for being here does not … More
- Boston Marathon Racing StrategyHi, Runners – In this episode of the 5-minute Warmup, we are talking Boston Marathon Racing Strategy. Now the Boston Marathon … More
- Hip Stretch for RunnersSometimes when I run, I feel tightness in my hip joint. Here is a stretch my PT taught me that … More
- Hoka Bondi X or Nike Alphafly? Which shoes is best for you?Here’s my shoe review of the Hoka Bondi X — notably compared against the Brooks racing flat, Nike Vaporfly, and … More
- New York City Marathon: Race Strategy, Tips, and Course OverviewThe New York City Marathon is one of the world’s greatest races. Showing up to the start line is peak … More
- Old Dominion 100 Endurance RunCourse Overview and StrategyThe Old Dominion 100 Endurance Run — A Reason to Get Strong Since 1979. Peregrune runner David McCartney tackled the … More
- Bluenose Marathon:Race Overview and StrategyIf you are looking for a hilly Boston qualifier that passes historic Halifax architecture, surreal coastal parks, and has a … More
- USATF Masters 5K ChampionshipCourse OverviewCongratulations! You are running the USATF Masters 5K Championships presented by the Atlanta Track Club. That means you are fast … More
- Training for Atlanta’s Finest 5KCourse OverviewCongratulations! You are running the Atlanta’s 5K presented by the Atlanta Track Club. That means you are fast and fit! … More
- Training for the Atlanta Braves Country 5K: Hosted by the Atlanta Track ClubHills. Heat. Humidity. If you live in Atlanta, you know what I am talking about. You also probably love Atlanta … More
- Training for Cardiac Hill on the AJC Peachtree Road Race 10KHills. Heat. Humidity. If you live in Atlanta, you know what I am talking about. If you are visiting on … More
- Small Problems. Small Reactions.There’s a student-run store at my son’s elementary school. It only opens on Fridays and only in the mornings for … More
- Turmeric vs. Omega-3 Fish OilA Peregrune runner asked me whether it was better to take Turmeric or Omega-3 Fish Oil to help with inflammation. … More
- Congratulations to Peregrune Boston Marathon Runners!Congratulations to all the Peregrune runners who completed the 126th Boston Marathon! Boston is a special marathon to me. Maybe the … More
- 14-Mile Treadmill Long Run: No More Treadmill Guilt!You can do quality workouts, including long-runs, on the treadmill and achieve fitness. No more treadmill guilt! If the treadmill … More
- What’s the difference between running race predictor calculators?I’m currently trying to qualify for the NYC Marathon with a time standard in either the half marathon or marathon. … More
- Runners and Vitamin D Deficiency in the Fall and WinterI recall this graphic every winter. Vitamin D is a top vitamin deficiency for adults during winter. Your skin synthesizes Vitamin … More
- The Accessibility of RunningThis evening, I’m taking my boys to a minor league ice hockey game. I went to these games with my … More
- Nike React Infinity vs. Brooks Ghost/AdrenalineI’ve been a lifeline Brooks running shoe user. But I recently switched to the Nike React Infinity as my main … More
- Sore Hamstrings After Running? It might be your Psoas Muscle.Do you have sore hamstrings after running? Sore hamstrings may be a symptom of a broader problem, not the problem … More
- Sore Hamstrings After Running? It might be your Psoas Muscle.Do you have sore hamstrings after running? Sore hamstrings may be a symptom of a broader problem, not the problem … More
- Athletics Greens (AG1) or a Multivitamin? Which one is better for runners?You have likely have heard about Athletic Greens, in particular, AG1. What’s the difference between AG1 and Runner Multivitamin made by Peregrune? … More
- What are your 2022 Running Goals?The ancient Greek philosopher Seneca wrote how achievement, regardless of the endeavor, is often impeded due to our aimlessness. “Our … More
- Why You Should Run A MarathonI told myself I was done running marathons after running CIM in December. But now, I’m contemplating running another one … More
- Gift of RunningIf I could give a New Year’s gift to everyone, I would give them the love of running. What I … More
- Tips on recovering after running a marathonCongratulations on running a marathon! It’s something that less than 1% of the population will ever do, and that’s quite … More
- What to race next after running a marathon?Last weekend, I completed the California International Marathon, running 2:58:03 to set a 12 minute BQ buffer. Not bad for … More
- Sore Hamstrings? The problem may not be your hamstrings….Today, I want to talk about sore hamstrings and tightness in hamstrings. This is a video I’ve been wanting to … More
- Thoughts on a Racing with a Pack of RunnersThere are advantages and disadvantages to racing in a pack of runners. Here I break each down to help you … More