Foods to Support Immunity

Foods to Support Immunity

Did you know that you are breaking down your body when you run?  It’s true, but don’t panic. This is a good thing in many ways.  You’re breaking down muscle and challenging your cardiovascular system so that you build the endurance and strength you need to complete...
Lessons From the Back of the Pack

Lessons From the Back of the Pack

After finishing a marathon, one of the runners’ most significant mistakes is returning to work the next day. Many marathons, like the IMT Des Moines Marathon, are on Sundays. And since most people work on weekdays, it’s understandable that you go back to work...
Running with Calf or Heel Pain? Try Physical Therapy

Running with Calf or Heel Pain? Try Physical Therapy

Do you have heel or foot pain first thing in the morning when you get out of bed or standing up after sitting for a while? Do you have stiffness in your calves or Achilles tendons that you can’t seem to get rid of? When running at high volumes as we train, it is...