It's a Runner's World

You have to be a little crazy in the head to be classified as a 'runner'.  Now, anyone can do it; doesn't matter if you run a 3 hour marathon or are just training for your first 5-k...  It is a way of life, a way of mind, and a great way to stay healthy.  

If you are new to the running community you may have heard a few words or phrases that have baffled you.  Or perhaps you have been looked at funny when you say things in reference to running 'the wrong way.'

Here's a little Running 101 for ya; things you may here when you are strapped up and on the open road:

-Fuel: 

 ie.  "How is your fueling"; This is one of my favorites because I don't hear a lot of people saying it.  But basically it refers to what you had to eat to keep you energized before your run.  It is cool to find out what gives different people energy on their runs.

-The difference between a Half and Full Marathon:

A half-marathon is 13.1 miles; a full marathon is 26.2 miles.  It is a sin to confuse the two.  If you tell a true runner that you are running a marathon, make sure you are signed up for the entire 26.2 miles.

-Exact Distances are Good:

ie.  " I ran 7.9 today."  Runners never round.  We try to be as honest as possible with the amount of mileage we put in.  In the case cited above, rounding up would be lying.  Runners are full of character!

-"How's the body"

Runner's are very concerned with other runner's bodies.  I know that sounded weird!  We want to know how you're feeling, what's hurting, how that pain in your shin is doing this time out.  Runner's care about the well-being of their running buddies!

-Hydration

ie.  "Did you hydrate today." Ahhh, in reference to the all-powerful life-giving WATER and/or sports drink.  Make sure you get enough before you go out on that spring run!

That's just a few tips for you; the weather is turning, it's getting nice!  Get outside and go for a run!