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Running Explained is all the things I wish I had known running, PLUS helps educate runners of all abilities and experience levels on the fundamentals of running and MORE!

Every runner has heard the phrase “don’t overstride.” But what does that actually mean?Overstriding is a running mechani...
03/25/2026

Every runner has heard the phrase “don’t overstride.” But what does that actually mean?

Overstriding is a running mechanics issue that creates braking forces with every step, slowing you down. You land too far in front of your body, your momentum slows down and your body has to re-accelerate over and over again.

This creates wasted energy and extra stress on your knees, shins and hips, which can potentially lead to increased chance of injury down the line.

Scroll through to check out some of our favorite visual cues and form tips to keep in mind for your next run to avoid overstriding and run strong.
Want personalized help dialing in your stride, strength, and training plan?

👉 Get in touch with us for 1:1 coaching at the link in bio!
We’ll meet you where you are and build a plan that actually works 🏃‍♀️

Your long run should make you tired, but it shouldn’t destroy you.If every long run leaves you with headaches, nausea, e...
03/07/2026

Your long run should make you tired, but it shouldn’t destroy you.

If every long run leaves you with headaches, nausea, extreme soreness, or feeling like you need to spend the rest of the day on the couch… something is off. Three big things that can help you feel more like yourself during your next long run:

1️⃣ Run within yourself (unless it’s a specific workout)
Your long run should usually be an easy aerobic effort, not a race simulation.

2️⃣ Stay hydrated!
Even mild dehydration can tank performance and make the run feel way harder than it should.

3️⃣ You gotta eat
Your body needs carbs to keep going. Underfueling before and during long runs often leads to a dreaded death march finish. Post-run fuel is super important to speed up recovery.

When you dial in these three things, long runs become much more manageable and much more productive for building endurance.

Save this post so you remember it before your next long run. 📌

And if you want help dialing in your training, fueling, and pacing strategy, we offer both 1:1 coaching and training plans for runners of all levels.

👉 Link in bio to learn more.

03/06/2026

Getting back into a running routine after the birth of a child is challenging, even with a strong support system.

Give yourself grace during this exciting time and remember to cherish every moment — the new baby stage goes by too quickly 🥹

Need help navigating new parenthood? The Running Explained coaching team brings our own experience and guidance to inform our approach.

Check out the link in bio to get in touch!

The psychological qualities that make someone a strong endurance athlete are also qualities that can lead to disordered ...
03/05/2026

The psychological qualities that make someone a strong endurance athlete are also qualities that can lead to disordered behavior, whether it’s a disordered relationship with food, overtraining, conflating identity with results, or over reliance on exercise for emotional regulation.

Having the right professional in your corner can help navigate the storm of chasing ambitious fitness goals, without sacrificing your health or longevity in the sport.

On the latest episode of The Running Explained Podcast, joins and to chat about the complex relationship between endurance sports and eating disorders.

It’s a must-listen! Check it out wherever you get your podcasts 🎧

Comment MARATHON and we will send you all the ways you can work with us for your next Marathon or other race.Marathon Fu...
03/05/2026

Comment MARATHON and we will send you all the ways you can work with us for your next Marathon or other race.

Marathon Fun Fact: The first official modern marathon was contested at the 1896 Athens Olympics. The organizers invented a running race inspired by Robert Browning’s poem “Pheidippides”, marking a 24.85 mile-long course along the road between Marathon and Athens. (25 dudes entered, but only 9 finished; the winning time was 2:58:50)⁠.

Train with Running Explained for your next marathon(or any race!)

Downloadable Training Plans for beginners to experienced runners, these downloadable plans from Coach Nick are based on the science of endurance performance & what research is telling us works most effectively. All plans come in distance (miles & km) & time-based!

Join THE RUN CLUB APP for all-access to training at your fingertips, including Group Coaching in The Run Club PLUS!

1:1 Run Coaching: limited spots available!

03/02/2026

If running feels heavy right now this is for you.

Sometimes all you need is a run with friends, a local run club group run, a treadmill run, or even just an unscheduled rest day. Whatever it is has some great suggestions to help you get out the door and stop putting pressure on yourself.

Or lastly you can hire a running coach and we can work with you and support you as a team on your running journey. We have openings available so hit the link in our bio to sign for a discovery call to work with an amazing coach like Natalie.

02/27/2026

We asked, you answered: What’s stressing you out about running lately?

If the cold weather is getting you down, or you’re wondering why it feels impossible to see any improvement lately, Coach Nick has some advice for you... hang in there and focus on the joy of movement!

Stay tuned for another mailbag video🔜 What topic should we talk about next?

For 1:1 coaching consultations (including a one-time phone call!), check out the link in bio 🔗

Race day carb intake isn't random. 35g? 60g? 90g per hour? That range isn’t a trend, it’s physiology.Most runners don’t ...
02/24/2026

Race day carb intake isn't random.

35g? 60g? 90g per hour? That range isn’t a trend, it’s physiology.

Most runners don’t bonk because they’re “not fit enough." They bonk because they underfuel. Most runners don’t get GI issues because they “can’t tolerate carbs," they get GI issues because they never trained their gut.

And let's not forget about caffeine, if you’re taking it randomly at mile 18 hoping for magic… that’s not strategy.

If you want:
✔️ A personalized carb target
✔️ Long runs designed for gut training
✔️ A marathon caffeine plan
✔️ Real performance strategy (not guesswork)

That’s what we build inside 1:1 coaching. Check out the link in bio to get in touch with us!

02/20/2026

We’ve all been there, trying to get to that perfect round number and all of a sudden going over and now knowing you need to run to the next round number.

Yes I know sometimes there is a GPS and Strava tax but sometimes it feels nice to just end on a round number and we get it!

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