What are the ideal pre and post-exercise meals for long distance runners in your experience? Can you provide examples of your typical daily breakfast, lunch and dinner? Do you support the use of supplements for your students?

If there's one thing people love, it's being told what to do. They want the guesswork removed, they want to skip the trial and error, and to just know what they should do. As a coach, it's very easy to fall into the trap of thinking I know best and therefore I know what's best for YOU, too.

In my experience, however, a better approach is to encourage you to continue to experiment. I'll gladly share some strategies that have worked with others, but remind you that you are an “experiment of one”. Let's figure out what works for you.

I've got a couple of great reads for you today on a variety of subjects, but they're all geared toward one thing: helping you perform better on the roads or in life!

It's amazing how marketing can shape our beliefs and construct myths. Consider yourself informed!

What do running websites put out in terms of nutritional advice and content? Is it current? Or do they perpetuate the same old school advice that people have heard for years? Since a lot of people attempt to use running as a way to lose weight, it's important to make sure your dietary habits support your goals. So what's the deal with carbs??

As many of my clients have heard me say, “getting lean” and “staying lean” are two completely different things. Getting lean is like going on a trip. You get a map and you set off on a trip from point A to point B. Sure, you may encounter a few detours along the way, but generally you know where you're headed and you have a plan. It's often not easy, but if you just stay the course, you'll get there. So what happens when you arrive?

It can be nerve wracking, those last few days before a big race. What should I eat? What should I drink? Should I rest? Should I run? Short and fast? Long and easy? Do I need more sleep than usual? And what about breakfast on the day of the race??

A couple of weeks ago I wrote about the little ugly truth no one talks about when they sign up for a marathon – you must live the marathon lifestyle. You can't fake it. This post goes deeper and I explain the mindset you need to have to be successful.