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The phrase “it’s a marathon, not a sprint,'' is commonly used as a reminder to slow down and be present, but it also clearly refers to the fact that you cannot run a marathon in a full out sprint. Just because you don’t run a marathon at the same pace you would run a 400 meter dash, doesn’t mean there isn’t a place for speed workouts in a marathon training program. Adding speed workouts can help you on your way to a PR; but how do you know when to add them into your training routine or what kind of...

Most people’s goals are health related - whether it’s to start working out more consistently, changing your diet, or running a marathon; there are endless possibilities for what you can accomplish this year. Research has found that only 8% of people actually accomplish their New Year’s resolutions. According to science journal Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, 55% of the goals were health related.  So while many people want to change their overall health for the better, a lot of people fail to reach their goals. Why? Why People Fail To Be Successful With New Year’s Resolutions Lack of Motivation Many...

We asked past Tunnel Marathon racers what gear and running essentials worked best for them on our course, with the intention of helping you have a smoother racing experience in 2020! Here is what they said: Head Lamp: Black Diamond Icon  Petzl  Did not use -- Some people wrote in that they did not feel the need to use a headlamp or flashlight since so many others had them and there are large glow sticks throughout the tunnel. Shoe Brand: Brooks Hoka Nike Socks: Balega Adidas Dry Fit Men’s Women’s Stance Men’s Women’s Watch/GPS: Garmin Fitbit Polar Chest Strap Watch Apple...

Previously I discussed why fad diets and restrictive eating often don’t work in the long term. This article is going to continue that conversation and look a little closer at something called metabolic adaptation.  At the beginning of a diet, many people start out by eating less and they start losing weight right away, until eventually the weight loss stops or slows down drastically, this is what we call metabolic adaptation. Generally, when people stop losing weight they go back to their previous eating habits and the weight returns. Read on to find out why this happens, how to avoid...

Tommy Danielsen was our first place finisher at the Tunnel Light Marathon this past September. He had an amazing finishing time of 2:44:31! Tommy’s running journey is a wonderful story of determination and conquering every challenge life throws at you.  “I’m from Bellevue, WA and currently live in Ballard. I started running my Sophomore year of high school to get in shape for soccer. In elementary and middle school, I was pretty hefty so running was also a great way to keep my weight in check. I wasn’t all that fast in high school but I did make a lot...