Tag: training
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Speed work for the win! (pun intended)
I’m putting on my run coach hat today to talk a bit about the importance of speed work for the runner who wants to get faster. Now, keep in mind that there are MANY reasons to run other than to improve your race times (e.g., stress relief, socializing, exercising your dog, just because you enjoy…
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Intra-run fueling basics
Since we went over pre- and post-workout nutrition in previous blog posts, this week the spotlight is on intra-run fueling! Generally, you’ll want to fuel with carbohydrates, fluids and electrolytes during long runs (or any other type of endurance effort — cycling, xc skiing, hiking, etc.) lasting ~90 minutes or longer, or speed workouts of…
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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…
Gabriella Rao, RD 