I ran the Pikes Peak Marathon on Sunday, August 23rd, 2020. The views from the trail are stunning and the race is an ultimate challenge for runners. This is my race report from a long, but fun day on the trails in Colorado.
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The Sunrise Running Company running blog is an educational place to learn about long-distance running and racing. Just learning how to run? Need advice on the best running form or workouts for your race distance? Our running blog is all about helping you to become a strong and better runner!
You will find articles that we’ve written to recap racing experiences, injury prevention, training concepts, nutrition, and more!
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How running shoes should fit, from toe room to width to snugness. Check the fit yourself in the store, or on the pair you are already running in.
After months of eating, sleeping, and training, the cancellation of your race can be devastating, but running isn’t only about the races and medals. Don’t let all the race cancellations keep you from setting and achieving goals!
Not all training days are great! Learn how to notice progress in your fitness and overcome obstacles on the more difficult training days.
Should you run the day before a race? Learn what to run, eat and prepare during race week for a 5K, 10K or half marathon.
Learn how often runners need rest days, when full rest is best, and why some plans allow optional recovery movement.
Learn practical hydration tips for runners, including fluid intake, electrolytes, recovery hydration, and strategies for running in hot weather and longer training runs.
It’s common advice we get from injuries and soreness, icing after running has great benefits, but how you ice matters to maximize benefits and reduce risks.
Chafing, nobody wants it, almost every runner has suffered from it. Prevent chafing by following these anti-chafing tips.
For young athletes, motivation plays a more significant role than most coaches may imagine. What motivation strategies can you use as a coach? Improve their performance with these athlete motivation tips.
Foam rolling is generally considered safe to do if you experience muscle tightness or regularly exercise. Here are the benefits and how to safe foam roll.
Is HIIT or LISS the right approach to fitness? Let’s compare high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and low-intensity steady-state (LISS)?
Need a little extra running motivation? Check out our favorite motivational running quotes to keep your running inspired. 52 Inspirational running quotes!
What You’ll Find on Our Blog
- Training Tips & Advice – Get expert guidance on structuring your running plan, improving endurance, and avoiding common training mistakes.
- Beginner’s Guides – New to running? We’ve got step-by-step guides to help you get started, stay injury-free, and build confidence.
- Motivation & Inspiration – Read real stories from runners like you, plus practical tips to stay motivated on tough days.
- Nutrition & Recovery – Learn how to fuel your runs, speed up recovery, and optimize your overall health.
- Gear Reviews & Recommendations – Discover the best shoes, apparel, and running accessories to enhance your training.
- Race Recaps & Stories – Relive exciting race experiences, read first-hand accounts from runners, and get inspired by the journey of others.
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