Runna is the #1 rated training platform for running, designed to provide guidance and support to help you achieve your goals. Expect customized plans just for you with varied workouts and holistic support throughout your journey.
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Dreaming about participating in the Niantic Bay Triathlon on August 10 but not sure how to train? If you’re brand new to triathlon, trying to figure out training for swimming, cycling and running can be a little daunting. This 8 week program is a great entry point to the sport.
There are many different factors to weigh when choosing a running shoe, such as the shoe’s weight, cushioning level and heel-to-toe drop. The heel-to-toe drop on a running shoe, often referred to simply as the drop, is the difference between the height of the heel and the height of the forefoot. Learn more about why this matters…
UCAN delivers long-lasting energy without the spike and crash of sugar based fuels. UCAN’s zero sugar Edge Energy Gels and the UCAN Hydrate electrolyte replacement will be served on course at all HMF Events, including the Eversource Hartford Marathon in October.
Exclusive offer for HMF Events participants! Get FREE samples of UCAN’s full line of nutrition (energy gels, powders and bars + electrolyte hydration) and just pay shipping.
Train with the products served on race day. UCAN’s steady energy nutrition products give runners the fuel to finish strong, whether running a first 5K or an experienced marathon runner.
In the “A Real Pain in the Knee” podcast, Dr. Neil Glaviano, an expert in knee pain, rehabilitation, and therapeutic exercise discusses treatments for knee pain for everyone from college athletes to members of the military to weekend warriors. Dr. Glaviano is an assistant professor in the Department of Kinesiology at UConn and a clinical education coordinator and core faculty member in the master’s athletic training program.
Sponsored by Fleet Feet Hartford, the Hartford Marathon Foundation’s Pace Teams are a free resource for participants. Experienced pace leaders run a steady pace and keep track of that pace during the race so that the group can achieve their goal of finishing in a certain time.
Picking your pace team depends on what your finish line goal time is. Choose a pace group that reflects your training and ability level based on finish times during training, and allows you to run at a comfortable rate throughout the race.
If you can’t decide between two paces, it is recommended that you start with the slower pace, as you can always pick it up later in the race.
Need more reasons to use a pace team? Read Full Article
Interested in joining the Hartford Marathon Foundation’s Pace Team? Contact Ellen Smith, Program Manager at ellen@hartfordmarathon.com
Protein is an important part of a balanced diet—it helps build and repair muscles and may help you manage your weight. Still, getting enough protein can sometimes be a challenge, especially if you’re trying to keep grocery costs down.
Nine dynamic stretches from our partner at Hartford HealthCare Rehabilitation Network ranging from the Monster Walk to the Spiderman Walk. These stretches promote blood flow, help prevent injury and muscle soreness, and can improve overall performance.
Dr. Jeff Brown of the CT Sports Medicine Institute at Saint Francis Hospital shares a quick tip for working out with a mask – a mask bracket to help breathing.
