by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Nov 8, 2024 | Training & Racing
If you’re tackling a half or full marathon, you probably have a training plan that looks something like this: Sunday: Easy RunTuesday: SpeedThursday: Base RunSaturday: Long Run …and repeat. It’s simple but also a setup for what I like to call the “lever trap.” As a... 
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Oct 25, 2024 | Training & Racing
If you’re a runner who scrolls through social media, you’ve probably noticed it: runner after runner posting about marathon finishes, back-to-back race weekends, and personal bests every season. It seems like everyone is in an endless race with superhuman recovery,... 
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Oct 21, 2024 | Training & Racing
As the leaves fall and the race bibs come off, many runners face a dilemma—what now? Whether you’ve just finished your goal race or are winding down from the intensity of training, it’s crucial to balance recovery and maintenance to prevent burnout and long-term... 
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Sep 27, 2024 | Training & Racing
A common mistake runners make when preparing for a race is adding speed work too early and too often to their training plans. While speed is crucial for a personal record (PR), timing your speed work is just as important. The foundation of a successful race day starts... 
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Jul 6, 2024 | Tips, Training & Racing
Running in the heat is, well, tough. With summer training (and weather) upon us, it’s worth discussing how to manage summer running to avoid overtraining and injury. It seems pretty obvious, but running a given pace at 50°F (10°C) is not the same as 85°F (29°C).... 
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Feb 6, 2024 | Nutrition, Training & Racing
As you ramp up your training, it’s crucial we talk about something that often gets sidelined—nutrition, specifically protein intake and recovery. Whether you’re training for a marathon, aiming to improve your personal best, or just getting into the rhythm... 
