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Ancillary Work for Runners – A Little Bit is Better than Nothing

Published on January 11, 2012 By Greg

In a recent podcast, Jay Johnson interviewed Scott Douglas of Running Times and Advanced Marathoning fame, and had some interesting discussions regarding ancillary work for runners. Scott shares some good lessons from over 35 years of running.

Predawn Profile – Jason Fitzgerald of Strength Running

Published on December 8, 2011 By Greg

Jason Fitzgerald of Strength Running goes well beyond just putting in his own inspiring performances – the work he has done to learn how to recover from injuries and minimize future such risks provide lessons we can all learn from and incorporate into our own routines.

Rebuilding Predawn Runner – The Plan and the Mantra

Published on May 4, 2011 By Greg

One hundred posts into Predawn Runner, and it is time to unveil a new model and manifesto, with a plan to be better, faster, stronger, and, most importantly, a smarter runner than before.

Building your Running Board of Directors

Published on May 2, 2011 By Greg

Just as a board of directors is critical for both supporting and challenging the CEO of a corporation, you as a runner can benefit from assembling a panel of experts to help provide guidance, encouragement, and, at times, criticism of your training and goals.

Towards the Prevention of Hamstring Injuries for Runners

Published on April 6, 2011 By Greg

Hamstring strains are a common occurrence for runners. There are many steps you can and should take to reduce your vulnerability to such an injury, and these steps can also deliver significant gains in your running performance.

Review – 100 Push Ups, 200 Sit Ups, and 200 Squats

Published on March 8, 2011 By Greg

When it comes to strength and stability training for runners, nothing is easier to do than exercises using your body as resistance. The 100 Push Ups, 200 Sit Ups, and 200 Squats programs provide a well-structured system for improving your overall strength and running performance in a brief period of time.

The Four Elements of Balance in Marathon Training

Published on March 2, 2011 By Greg

One concept that has widespread impact but tends to be under-discussed in traditional outlets for runners is balance. It is an appropriately broad word with multidimensional importance, even more so for the aspiring marathon runner who is trying to fit their training into all of the other priorities in life.

Hamstrung – The Dangers of Road Camber

Published on January 24, 2011 By Greg

Many issues related to strength and flexibility of neighboring muscles and tendons can create the possibility of hamstring strains in runners. One thing that can change it from a possibility to reality is road camber.

Rebuilding from a Hamstring Strain – Are the Glutes the Key?

Published on January 17, 2011 By Greg

Surprisingly, hamstring issues in runners are usually the result of a problem originating somewhere other than the hamstring. The glutes may be your prime suspect.

Free-Basing to Maintain Marathon-Level Fitness

Published on November 29, 2010 By Greg

Instead of treating the maintenance period between marathon seasons as a time to take it easy, why not use it as an opportunity to focus on your weaknesses?