by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Dec 16, 2022 | Tips, Training & Racing
As runners, we all have goals we want to achieve in the coming year. Whether it’s running a personal best in a 5K, completing your first marathon, or simply staying healthy and injury-free, setting goals can be a great way to motivate and inspire us to keep...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Dec 15, 2022 | Tips, Training & Racing
As you begin planning for your 2023 running goals, I’m sharing unsolicited advice to help you set new PRs and improve your fitness. 🙂 When setting new PRs and conquering goal races, most runners train harder. That means more speed, tempo, and long runs....
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Dec 4, 2022 | Tips, Training & Racing
Do you hit an “end-of-year” slump with your running & training? While downtime is okay this month, keeping a routine is essential. My first tip for December: Stay consistent You lose more than fitness when you fall off a running routine. Muscles,...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Dec 1, 2022 | Tips, Training & Racing
Do you struggle with consistency & workouts through the holidays? Below is my #1 tip for navigating the end of the year to ensure you’re ready to start 2023 off on the right foot (pun intended). High level… If you don’t use it, you lose it....
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Aug 12, 2022 | Stretching, Training & Racing
If you have tight quads or hips, you need to read this. Here’s why:Tight quads and hips will slow you down BIG TIME. When you push off, you need good flexibility to open your stride. I’m not talking about overstriding, but you need two things to happen to unlock more...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Aug 4, 2022 | Training & Racing
You’re on the home stretch of your training plan. What are you most focused on? A group of polled runners mentioned an increased attention to sleep, nutrition, and their training. All great answers, but something big is missing. What is it? Strength training. If...