RunBuzz

I recently added several tools to the RunBuzz website.

Tell me what you think about the VDOT Calculator I added:

VDOT Calculator — Running Paces & Race Predictions Get your VDOT score, race-equivalent predictions, and precise training paces. Built on Jack Daniels' Running Formula.

Steve here,

I recently retired and have had time to revive the website a bit. I am thinking about a YouTube show (Runbuzz Reloaded?)

Just wanted to share some success and new tips:

Increasing stride length (without introducing braking impact) has been a game changer in increasing race times for the Track/XC and adult athletes I coach. I have had several compete at regional, state, and national level plus several adults who took off massive time off their race times while otherwise following the same ‘training plan’.

Increasing stride length over time by one foot length multiplied by thousand+ steps that occur per race has decreased their race times significantly.

This was accomplished through introduction of plyometric training, strength training, and form drills (A-skips, etc) and ensuring weight distribution is under the hip.

Too many runners think running form is just for injury prevention. Unfortunately, the science isn’t really showing good running form as a fix for injuries. It may certainly be a factor, but good running form is a bigger factor with performance.

Don’t underestimate the power if running drills, wickets, and plyometric training.

More info coming soon!

I hope you have all been well.

Amazing! Congratulations!

The 2024 Barkley Marathons have ended. Jasmin Paris (UK) became the first woman in history to finish the Barkley Marathons. She finished in 59:58:21 with less than two minutes to spare. Also, for the first time in history, there were five finishers.

Congratulations also to Ihor Verys (UKR/CAN) 58:44:59, John Kelly (US) 59:15:38, Jared Campbell (US) 59:30:32, Greig Hamilton 59:38:42 (NZ). It was Jared's 4th Barkley finish and John’s 3rd finish. Damian Hall (UK) and Sebastien Raichon (FR) did not finish loop five and faced the bugler.

Curious… How do you build resilience and mental toughness during training? What do you feel moves the needle the most?

Something tells me this would lead to a large police response….

This weekend I was asked how I stay motivated to run, especially when busy.

I said I don’t. To be honest, lately I rarely am excited to go on a run beforehand.

Motivation is a temporary feeling.

But what works for me is I just go. More times than not, 5-10 minutes in, when the blood starts flowing I actually start to feel like running.

Does anyone feel this way as well? Or is it just me?

How many here has had their VO2 tested? Like for real, not a watch estimation.

Curious as to what VO2 Max is and why it is important, and how to improve it?

VO2 Max And Its Impact On Your Running Find out what VO2 Max is, how it relates to our fitness and running performance. Check out VO2 Max charts for men and women, and learn how to improve VO2 Max.

Spent the day, updating and revamping some of my older articles on the RunBuzz website. This one needed some work but we got it done!

9 Steps To Take Right Now To Get Rid Of Plantar Fasciitis Take these immediate steps to get rid of plantar fasciitis. Eliminate heel pain with the help of stretches, ice, and the best shoes for plantar fasciitis.

I am looking forward to running the Grandview Yard Half Marathon in August. Anyone else?

Grandview Yard Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, 5k Race Info The 2024 Ohio Health Grandview Yard Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon and Purple Heart 5k will be held on Sunday, August 18th 2024 at the Grandview Yard, 850