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  Many people will argue against adding strength training to a running program using the specificity of training principle - which states that to get better at something you must do that thing, makes sense right? People use this principle to argue that a runner shouldn’t lift weights because to get better at running they should run more. However, we know that everyone has a limit to how much they can and should run. It is impossible to continuously add on mileage without eventually reaching a limitation (time constraints, physical ability, sustaining an injury, etc...). When you run your body...

Whether you have a foot injury or not, foot health is very important! We use our feet to take us from place to place everyday, they carry the weight of our body and help us stay balanced. It is best to be proactive and get ahead on foot health than to wake up with a foot injury or something that prevents you from running. I have dealt with blisters, plantar fasciitis, numbness while running, and random pain in my feet. I have tried numerous types of shoes and orthotics, and consulted with Physical Therapists all in hopes of getting rid...

My First Boston "Those fortunate enough to make it to the Start Line of the Boston Marathon often have a unique story filled with twists and turns. I am no exception. My story includes two babies and a broken knee, but most of all, it includes coffee - lots and lots of coffee! It all began when I made the genius decision to try to qualify for Boston 2018 after having my second baby. This meant I would be training in the Texas summer heat while working full time, nursing a baby, chasing a toddler, and let's throw in some...

Kevin Myers is our Course Director. He and 3 others form the crew that set up the start line, mile markers and aid stations before the race, and take them down at the end of the race. Kevin is an important part of our team! This is Kevin’s 3rd year in this role. He was helping a race in Enumclaw when he was approached to come help with Tunnel Marathons. The crew continues race after race because they know how much time & effort you put into training and want to make it a successful race day for all involved....

With the Keto diet gaining popularity, healthy fats have gained a lot of attention lately. Along with favorites like coconut oil and olive oil, ghee butter is a type of fat made by heating butter (ideally grass-fed); but is it healthy and better for you than regular butter? Read on to find out the benefits of using ghee! What is Ghee Butter? Ghee is produced by heating butter to remove milk solids and water (1,2). When comparing ghee to clarified butter, ghee is simmered longer to bring out the golden, nutty and rich healthy fat, and has a higher smoke...