Toledo Galloway

01/14/2026

Run-walk-run can be used from everything from walking to ultramarathons. Here’s an ultramarathoner’s opinion about RWR.

01/10/2026

I am so excited for what this season holds for us. New members, new races, and new friends! Come TAGG along with us!

01/10/2026

Toledo Area Galloway Group had a great kickoff meeting today. Our group has really grown this season.

It’s not too late! You can still join us!

https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Whitehouse/ToledoOHGallowayTrainingProgram

01/03/2026

Great run today at Secor Metropark. Always refreshing to run in the snow.

12/28/2025

🏃‍♂️ Stop "Gutting It Out" and Start Finishing Strong! 🏃‍♀️

Are you tired of feeling "wrecked" after every long run? Are you worried that a traditional training program might lead to burnout or injury? It’s time to trade the "no pain, no gain" mentality for a method that actually works with your body, not against it.

🌟 Why Choose Galloway Over Traditional Training?
In a traditional program, the goal is often continuous running. But for many, this leads to early fatigue, sloppy form, and—all too often—the dreaded injury list.

The Galloway Run-Walk-Run™ Method is a game-changer:

Faster Recovery: By taking strategic walk breaks before you’re tired, you reduce muscle damage and recover much faster.

Injury Prevention: Walk breaks allow your "weak links" (muscles/tendons) to reset, keeping you on the road and out of the doctor's office.

The "Strong Finish": Ever notice people walking at the end of a marathon? Galloway runners are usually the ones passing them in the final miles because they’ve conserved their resources.

Mental Reset: Breaking a long distance into small, manageable intervals makes a 13.1 or 26.2-mile journey feel totally doable!

🎓 A Quick History Lesson
The method was pioneered by Jeff Galloway, a 1972 U.S. Olympian. Even as an elite athlete, Jeff realized that non-stop running wasn't the most efficient way for most people to train. In 1974, he started a class for beginners in Tallahassee; by using run-walk intervals, 100% of his students finished their goal races without a single injury. Jeff himself even set a PR of 2:16:35 in the marathon using walk breaks!

📍 Join the Toledo Area Galloway Group!
Why go it alone when you can join the most supportive running community in the 419? The Toledo Area Galloway Group (TAGG) isn't just a training program; it’s a family.

Why train with us?

Community: We have pace groups for everyone—from first-timers to Boston qualifiers.

Location: We rotate through our beautiful local Metroparks (Wildwood, Swan Creek, Oak Openings, and more!).

Open Runs: Join us on Thursday nights to try the method for FREE!

Local Support: Directed by Nickie Sattler, our group provides the structure and encouragement you need to cross that finish line at the Glass City Marathon, Churchill’s Half, or your favorite local 5K/10K.

Don't just run—Jeff it! Say goodbye to the "slog" and hello to the "smile."

👉 Ready to join us? Check out our upcoming training program for 5K, 10K, and Half/Full Marathon at the link below or message us for details!

https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Whitehouse/ToledoOHGallowayTrainingProgram

12/27/2025

Great run this morning with the group. Good to get some miles in.

12/25/2025

12/24/2025

Another reason our method of Interval running is so important to your heart health. Build slowly and recover properly.

Marathon running puts your heart through more stress than you might realize, and new research shows men and women respond very differently.

Understanding how endurance events affect cardiac function could help you make smarter training decisions and recognize when your body needs more recovery time.

A study of 61 amateur marathoners using advanced 3D heart imaging found significant cardiac changes immediately after racing. All runners showed increased right ventricle volume and elevated markers of heart stress, but men experienced drops in left ventricle ejection fraction while women maintained better cardiac function throughout. Women also recovered faster, suggesting important biological differences in how the sexes handle endurance stress.

The research revealed that less-trained runners showed the highest levels of Galectin-3, a marker linked to cardiac fibrosis, which correlated with bigger drops in heart function. This indicates that inadequate preparation may increase the risk of cardiac strain during marathon efforts.

Here's what this means for your training approach:

• Build your aerobic base gradually over months rather than rushing into high-mileage training
• Pay attention to recovery markers like resting heart rate and sleep quality during training cycles
• Consider that male runners may need longer recovery periods after intense efforts or races
• Don't ignore persistent fatigue, chest discomfort, or unusual breathlessness during or after hard training
• Focus on consistent moderate training rather than sporadic high-intensity efforts

The study reinforces that marathon running creates measurable physiological stress even in healthy individuals. While the heart adaptations observed were generally temporary, they highlight the importance of proper preparation and recovery protocols.

This research doesn't suggest avoiding marathons, but rather emphasizes the need for respect for the distance and adequate training progression. Your cardiovascular system needs time to adapt to endurance demands.

How do you currently monitor your recovery between hard training sessions?

12/16/2025

It's time to change the way you think about running.

Do you find running to be less enjoyable? Are you losing your motivation to run? Jeff Galloway's Run-Walk-Run method has helped people find their passion for running again. By taking 30 second walk breaks, your heart rate recovers, your legs recover, and you keep running stronger than by running continuously.

Winter/Spring Season starts soon! We are training for the following races (but are always adding more!):
- DONNA Half Marathon
- Glass City Half Marathon
- Rock & Roll Half Marathon - Nashville
- Toledo Mini
- Flying Pig
- and many 5k/10k races

Come to one of our Open Runs posted in our Toledo Area Galloway Group and see how we make running fun again!

For more info - please visit our page https://bit.ly/TAGGsignup.