Tag: running
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The Importance of Strength Training for Endurance Athletes
Because strength training has benefitted me so much in my running journey, I wanted to touch on the importance of strength training for longevity in endurance sport. I will disclaim that I’m not a PT or personal trainer, but I am a certified running coach and have done a great deal of research on strength…
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Consistency Over Perfection
Happy New Year and hello 2026! To set the stage for a positive, fulfilling year, I wanted to write a little blurb on prioritizing consistency over perfection. This is valuable advice in all parts of life, and is also applicable to being an endurance athlete. Many endurance athletes consider themselves type A personalities (hello, it’s me),…
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Seattle Half Marathon Recap
I ran the Seattle Half Marathon last weekend (11/30/25) and decided it would be fun to write a little recap! Maybe some of my fellow racers will happen upon it, who knows! I didn’t want to put too much pressure on myself with this race. Based on my behind-the-scenes sneak peak from my friends Rachel…
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How to Fuel Before and After Workouts to Optimize Performance and Recovery
This is probably not groundbreaking news to you, but fueling is a KEY component of performing well in endurance sport. And yet, even though most of us know this to be true, we may not always practice optimal fueling (even as an RD, I’m not perfect!). Knowing WHAT to eat and WHEN to eat it…
Gabriella Rao, RD 