Category Archives: Training Tips

How to Train for a Race with Young Children

Goals and Motivation, Training TipsBy Spirit of Survival April 12, 2021

No matter how much you love your children, all parents feel frustrated at times. It’s normal to long for the good old days of less hectic schedules, adequate sleep and time to catch up with friends and participate in activities you love. Train for a race with young children? That may sound downright impossible! If

How to Taper Before a Race

Nutrition, Training TipsBy Spirit of Survival April 10, 2021

Some runners struggle with their taper schedule more than their training schedule. Exactly what is tapering? Tapering is a way of easing up on training just before a race to make sure you’re well-rested and your body is ready to take on the challenge of your race. Some research shows that tapering is effective for