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  • Thriving as a Master Runner

    By Coach Rachael Warner Sanchez Running is Life Long!In today’s article we will go over the training considerations for “master age” runners, but for the younger folks, this article is also useful to help prepare you for the next chapter in your running adventure. Something we should touch on now before diving into detail is […]

  • How To Handle Bad Runs

    Not-so-great runs happen to everyone. When they do, it’s a good idea to check in on key areas like nutrition, hydration, sleep, and stress levels. For example, if you ate your usual amount after a long run instead of slightly increasing your intake to match the extra effort, that could leave you feeling off. Similarly, […]

  • Using HRV to Make Smarter Training Decisions

    by Sandi Nypaver Learning to Listen to Your Body with Help from HRV Learning to listen to your body is an essential skill for every runner, but it’s not always easy. Sometimes your mind tells you to push through or stick to the plan, even when your body isn’t quite ready. You might wake up […]

  •  The Sauna Protocol: What I Have Discovered by coach Rachael Warner Sanchez Hello Higher Running Family! Coach Rachael here and we have an article for you that may be of some interest for those of us who are now being thrusted into summertime training! The long, beautiful days do come with one notable challenge……heat! Training […]

  • Why Do Your Hands Swell During Exercise?

    Coach Sandi Nypaver gives a few reasons why you may notice your hands swelling while exercising! Reason #1: When you run, your body sends blood and oxygen to the hardest working muscles and systems. Your hands are not included here, so the blood vessels in your hand widen to maintain normal blood flow. Reason #2: As…

  • Here’s why your workout paces are SLOWER in the heat…

    Temps are heating up again, so we wanted to dive a little deeper into the reasons why you may find yourself running slower. 1) Increased body temperature: The body’s internal temperature rises during exercise, and running in hot conditions can cause the body to overheat more quickly, which can lead to fatigue and a decrease in performance. 2) Dehydration: Running in hot conditions…