by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Apr 18, 2025 | Tips, Training & Racing
Many runners head out feeling strong, only to slow down significantly by the midway point. A fast start feels great—until it doesn’t. Legs tighten, breathing gets harder, and what began as a confident run turns into a struggle to the finish. This isn’t a motivation...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Apr 1, 2025 | Training & Racing
Let’s be honest. You’re not living in a training montage. There’s no swelling background music, no personal chef prepping your recovery meals, and no one massaging your calves while you sip a protein shake. You’ve got a job. Maybe kids. A partner. A dog who thinks you...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Feb 20, 2025 | Injury Prevention, Tips, Training & Racing
Every runner has been there—you miss a few runs, maybe even a week or two, and suddenly, your entire training cycle is unraveling. Your pace, endurance, and shot at race day success all seem slipping away. Panic sets in. But here’s the reality: you’re not losing as...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Jan 25, 2025 | Tips, Training & Racing
Winter running can be magical: crisp air, peaceful trails, and a sense of accomplishment that comes with braving the elements. But it can also be risky if you’re not prepared. From icy footing to frostbite-worthy temperatures, running smart in cold weather requires...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Jan 11, 2025 | Nutrition, Training & Racing
Most runners don’t think much about hydration in winter. You’re not dripping in sweat, the sun isn’t melting you into the pavement, and your body isn’t screaming for water the way it does in July. But here’s the reality: dehydration doesn’t take a season off. In fact,...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Jan 4, 2025 | Training & Racing
The New Year is here—it’s time to lace up, start fresh, and build a training base that sets you up for success all year. If you’re like most runners, January feels like the perfect time to “go big.” New goals, a fresh race calendar, and that surge of...
