Cesar Garcia Urbano Taylor

Setting SMART goals for runners It’s the time of year when runners set their goals for the 12 months ahead. What does running more look like ? In order to make it happen, you need to be more specific.   You’ve probably encountered ‘SMART goals’ if you’ve had an annual appraisal at work. They can feel a bit business jargon. But they make a lot of sense when it comes to running.   If you’re not familiar, SMART stands for: Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Time based So if we’re intending to ‘run more’,  we need to break it down. If you don’t have a clear idea of what ‘run more’ means, how will you know how to make it happen and, more importantly, how will you know when to celebrate actually achieving it?  For this, César García Urbano Taylor mentions some tips that will help us with our intentions and goals. ‘Run more’ Be specific – do you mean more miles in total than you ran in 2018? Or more frequently? Maybe both. We need to know what i...

Coach Hillary Kigar advises on when it's okay to run while sick and when you're better off focusing on your recovery by staying in bed. Read the full article at Is It Okay To Run While Sick? on Women's Running . View Source

I follow a blogger that sets a word for their year, and the more I’ve been thinking about my goals, hopes and ambitions for this year, the more a word has sprung to mind. Invest I know that sounds strange,… The post Goals for 2019 appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

Add some turkey, chipotle chili pepper and refried beans to your sweet potato toast and voila—you've made a tasty meal full of protein. Read the full article at The Sweet Potato Toast That’s Loaded With Healthy Protein on Women's Running . View Source

This fun workout remix offers an updated spin on 10 of 2018’s most popular tracks. Read the full article at Workout Remix: 10 Of 2018’s Most Popular Songs on Women's Running . View Source

I am back in training again, friends! I shared on Instagram that I’m working towards the Shamrock Marathon in March. Unfortunately, I’m also working on fixing this mystery injury so I can really get to serious training. I am hopeful that I don’t have to adjust my goal, but I’ll make a decision about that with my coach after the new year. If my achilles continues to not improve, I will switch to the half or 8k – I am committed to not running injured! But I thought I’d share a little bit about how things have gone since NYC (and Richmond – which I did six days after NYC Marathon!).  So I actually don’t have a huge training update because my training has been stop and go. I ran the Rehoboth Beach Half Marathon back on December 8th and that race went well. My only goal was to engage my glutes and that was a success! I ran 2:05:12, which was the fastest half I had run all year, even if it was a far cry from my PR of 1:50. I have of course had some really fun runs as well – including...

This is my fourth year hosting the Year of Running link up – first started by Amanda of Miss Zippy. It’s a lot of fun and easy to play along – answer all the questions in your own blog post and add your link to the link up. I always love reading everyone’s answers. The link up will remain open through the month of January!  Best race experience:  This is a really tough question because I really didn’t have a great year of racing. I haven’t talked about this much on the blog since I blog much less infrequently now, but I’ve had lingering pain basically all year which meant that I didn’t have many amazing races. HOWEVER. The New York City Marathon was just the best day and my favorite race experience EVER. It is such an amazing experience. More details on that here .  Best run:  Holiday lights run! It’s my favorite run all year and always such fun!  Best new piece of running gear:  I love my Koala clip – it gets the job done and keeps my phone dry and sa...

Running after pregnancy: the first year It’s been a year since I had my son. As cliched as it sounds, it has gone so fast. It’s crazy to think that a year ago we were in hospital with this tiny person who felt so fragile but is now running around pulling everything off my shelves and generally causing chaos. I don’t want to be a blueprint for anyone else’s journey after pregnancy. There’s so many factors at play when it comes to your postpartum fitness. But here’s my timeline of returning to running, because I definitely found it helpful to read other women’s experiences. Please be aware that your own journey (or that of your friend, sister, partner) may be very different. I want to emphasise that I did start very gradually. And though I’m now posting pictures of half marathons, this comes after many months of patience. January My son was born early December and in January I went for my 6-week checkup. A lot of emphasis is put on this appointment as a time to get ‘signed off’ to e...

Clark Morgan, account manager and fit specialist at BOA, discusses some of BOA's upcoming shoe releases for 2019. Read the full article at Watch: The Latest Tech For Lacing Up Your Running Shoes on Women's Running . View Source

One lucky Desiree Linden fan and Women’s Running reader got the opportunity to spend a whole weekend with her running heroine. Here's what happened. Read the full article at My Day With Des Linden: “An Experience Of A Lifetime” on Women's Running . View Source

You've run out of time to properly train for a race that you signed up for ages ago. Now what? Read the full article at The Smart Way To Tackle Panic Training on Women's Running . View Source

Women’s Running’s editors share which products they trusted most while logging miles in 2018. Read the full article at Our 15 Favorite Running Products of 2018 on Women's Running . View Source

The ultrarunner who's determined to set as many world records as possible just earned a new one: most miles run in 24 hours. Read the full article at How Many Miles Can Camille Herron Run In 24 Hours? on Women's Running . View Source

The Boston Athletic Association announced today that its four defending champions will return to race the 2019 Boston Marathon. Read the full article at Des Linden Will Defend Her Boston Title In 2019 on Women's Running . View Source

The 2018 Foot Locker Cross Country Championships ended in a sprint to the finish line between Sydney Masciarelli and Katelynne Hart. Read the full article at Photos: The XC Championships Ended In A Sprint To The Finish on Women's Running . View Source

Deena Kastor shares how choosing to believe in herself pushed her to set a new U.S. Women's Masters division record during the 2015 Chicago Marathon. Read the full article at How “Choosing To Believe” Helps Deena Kastor Break Records on Women's Running . View Source

This morning, my alarm went off at 6am. I was feeling tired, it was raining outside, and bed was so appealing. So i convinced myself that I could sleep more now, get up, do some work then run later. And… The post Lazy or Exhausted? When You Should & Shouldn’t Skip Your Run appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

These three stories demonstrate just a few of the ways in which running inspires people of all different ages and backgrounds. Read the full article at 3 Books You’ll Want To Add To Your Holiday Wish List on Women's Running . View Source

This fan-favorite pork tenderloin dinner recipe is infused with a hefty amount of fruity—and healthy!—cherry sauce. Read the full article at This Pork Tenderloin Dinner Gets A Vitamin C Boost on Women's Running . View Source

Self-coaching comes down to one simple—and simultaneously difficult—thing: holding yourself accountable. Read the full article at Self-Coaching Success Relies Entirely On Accountability on Women's Running . View Source

The Nike Oregon Project is one of professional running’s most successful training organizations. So why is it always steeped in controversy? Read the full article at Understanding The Nike Oregon Project’s Vexed History on Women's Running . View Source

Do your quads hurt when you run? Your injury might be more serious than you think. Read the full article at Stop Your Quad Strain In Its Tracks on Women's Running . View Source

I’ve saved myself 20+ minutes everyday for the past 3 years. No blowdrying, no straightening…no hassle. I only have to wash my hair 2-3 times a week (ok, slightly more in summer when it was SO hot). So what is… The post The Hair Treatment That Saves Me 20 Minutes Everyday appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

Best known as the filming location for Jurassic Park and Godzilla, Hawaii's Kualoa Ranch was also recently home to the Xterra Trail Run World Championship. Read the full article at Photos: Jurassic Park Hosted The Trail Run World Champs (Well, Almost) on Women's Running . View Source

Gluteal amnesia is no joke for runners. If you sit at a desk, you’re not immune. Read the full article at The One Move You Must Do to Combat Dead Butt Syndrome on Women's Running . View Source

These songs may not be on the Top 10 charts, but they still make our top 10 workout playlist for this season. Read the full article at 10 Motivating Workout Songs You Probably Haven’t Heard Yet on Women's Running . View Source

Women's Running checks in after The Running Event to share some of the coolest products we saw that'll hit shelves in 2019. Read the full article at A Sneak Peek At 2019’s Coolest New Gear on Women's Running . View Source

When it comes to clothes, I’m a little embarrassed about how many I have. They tumble out of the wardrobe, chest of drawers and lay in piles. (I’m very messy!) It’s a source of stress for both me and Tom,… The post How Does Your Running Kit Make You Feel? appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

As women, we’ve all felt a creepy presence on our runs. That guy who stares a little too long. A car following slowly behind you. Perhaps a man outright catcalling. It is difficult to ignore these interruptions to our daily runs, so much so that many women have questioned their own self-defense preparedness. That’s why […] Read the full article at Running strong: New TASER Pulse+ hopes to help keep you safe with new technology on Women's Running . View Source

This post is in collaboration with Berocca.  When your legs are telling you to stop, your mind has to shout louder for you to continue… This morning, my alarm went off at 5.30am, jolting me out of my stupor. I… The post Building Mental Strength for the Marathon appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

The scorpion exercise can boost your body’s power, speed, endurance and flexibility. Read the full article at Strengthen Your Hips, Glutes And Legs With This Quick Exercise on Women's Running . View Source

This tasty bean soup is just what you’ve been craving as the late fall temperatures begin to drop. Read the full article at My Mother’s Comforting Bean Soup on Women's Running . View Source

Less than 11 weeks to go until the Phoenix Marathon , and if I’m being totally honest. I am scared. There’s so much out there about thinking positively, putting the work in, believing in yourself. But the truth is, sub… The post Project BQ Update appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

While most women run for physical and mental health, several of us also run for the boost in self-confidence that fitness provides. Read the full article at Running To Boost Self-Confidence on Women's Running . View Source

Those “healthy” post-workout beverages might not be as nutritious as you think. Read the full article at Are Your Liquid Calories Derailing Your Fitness Goals? on Women's Running . View Source

No matter how much I train, the day after a race, I’m spent. Putting everything I have into a multi-hour race can take a toll on my body, but one thing I’ve found really helps me get back out there is making sure I eat right in the 48 hours after a race. And one […] Read the full article at Open-Faced Hash: A Recovery Meal by Jess Cerra on Women's Running . View Source

California’s Camp Fire devastation forced race cancellations and inspired one brand in particular to donate money and supplies to relief efforts. Read the full article at Runners Rally To Assist Camp Fire Relief Efforts on Women's Running . View Source

Women’s Running visited Deena Kastor, Alexi Pappas and Sarah Attar at their training center in Mammoth, Calif., to discuss how training impacts every aspect of their lives. Read the full article at Alexi Pappas’ Tips For Race-Day Success on Women's Running . View Source

“Running is simple—all you need is a pair of shoes.” If only! Get to know these sneaker basics before you shop. Read the full article at How To Pick The Running Shoes That Are Right For You on Women's Running . View Source

As we near the winter solstice, our dawn and dusk runs will start getting darker. It’s important to be seen on your runs, especially if you run anywhere near roads. We’ve rounded up our favorite reflective and lighted running gear to make sure you stay safe out there. Read the full article at The Best Reflective Gear For Running After Dark on Women's Running . View Source

Ultrarunner Courtney Dauwalter continues to push the limits of what her mind and body can accomplish out on the trails. Read the full article at Ain’t No Distance Long Enough For Ultrarunner Courtney Dauwalter on Women's Running . View Source

The professional American women’s field is at its strongest in recent memory. So why does it still feel like the sport of running goes largely unnoticed? Read the full article at Is Running An Afterthought In The Pro Sports World? on Women's Running . View Source

One of my own pet peeves is when people say they’re going to do something, and don’t do it. And I’m guilty. I started a podcast and didn’t have the time or expertise to do it I shared a couple… The post An Apology appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

These festive races will have you feeling all kinds of holiday spirit. Read the full article at 7 Festive Holiday Races To Add To Your Bucket List on Women's Running . View Source

Women's Running's editors spent weeks curating a list of 52 gifts that we know you'll love this holiday season. Read the full article at The Best Holiday Gift Picks For Runners This Season on Women's Running . View Source

Some of our favorite run brands are offering Black Friday sales this week, which you can take advantage of without even leaving the house. Read the full article at Score Big Savings On Run Gear With These Black Friday Deals on Women's Running . View Source

Gwen Jorgensen’s pelvic health PT offers tips on how new moms can get their post-baby bodies back on track. Read the full article at How Gwen Jorgensen Got Her Body Back on Women's Running . View Source

Prepare your favorite runner friends for the running year ahead with these fun stocking stuffers. Read the full article at Stocking Stuffers For Your Run-Crazy Friends on Women's Running . View Source

The TASER Pulse+ is an advanced, less-lethal defense tool that can immobilize attackers for 30 seconds from a distance of 15 feet. Read the full article at For Self-Defense, Try The Taser Pulse+ on Women's Running . View Source

The adventurers among your athletic friends will love tackling new challenges in 2019 with help from these gift picks. Read the full article at Holiday Gifts For Athletic Adventurers on Women's Running . View Source

These foodie finds can make healthful, tasteful fueling easier. Read the full article at Holiday Gifts For Your Favorite Foodie on Women's Running . View Source

Music lovers everywhere will fall for these gift picks whether they log miles while listening to music or while relaxing at home post-run. Read the full article at Our Top Gift Picks For Music Lovers on Women's Running . View Source

For those who love clean, smart design, these trendy tech gifts are sure to impress. Read the full article at Trendy Tech Gifts For The Holidays on Women's Running . View Source

These holiday gift picks can help make the mom/running life balance a little easier. Read the full article at Holiday Gift Ideas For Your Favorite Mother Runner on Women's Running . View Source

Treat yourself to these holiday gift picks, perfect for the runner who deserves a little something extra. Read the full article at Treat Yourself With These Fun Holiday Gift Picks on Women's Running . View Source

These luxury skincare products can help counteract all that sweating and sun exposure. Read the full article at Go Luxe For The Holidays With These Skincare Products on Women's Running . View Source

Those eager to explore new destinations will love indulging in any one of these must-have travel tools. Read the full article at Dominate 2019 With These Must-Have Travel Tools on Women's Running . View Source

Jess Cerra says “After graduating from the University of Montana with a bachelor’s in Exercise Science, I moved to San Diego to pursue a master’s in Exercise Physiology at San Diego State University. Endurance sport had always attracted me from both a scientific and personal perspective. When I moved to San Diego, I saw gangs […] Read the full article at Jess Cerra: Exercise Physiologist Turned Professional Athlete on Women's Running . View Source

The final Wonder Woman Run Series event of 2018 took place on November 18 in San Diego, Calif. Read the full article at Wonder Woman Races Through Southern California on Women's Running . View Source

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced a new “Running Universal” race series that starts with the Minion Run 5K on May 11, 2019. Read the full article at Run With The Minions (And Other Universal Studios Favorites) on Women's Running . View Source

One thing Gwen Jorgensen has proven since leaving pro triathlon for pro running: You can never count her out. Read the full article at Gwen Jorgensen Left Triathlon To Pursue A 2020 Olympic Marathon Gold on Women's Running . View Source

So, I ran the 2018 NYC Marathon and this is my official race recap. I have not been writing a ton on the blog – I have honestly been spending more time on Instagram  but I have a lot of thoughts on this race and wanted to put them in long form rather than just on the gram. So here we go.  NYC was my 10th marathon finish line (I have two DNF’s that I don’t count in my total) and my 3rd World Major (after Chicago and Berlin ). I had a goal of taking it all in and enjoying the experience – no time goals associated with this one. I trained moderately – with lower mileage than I usually do for marathons but more flexibility. You can read more about my training here . I was incredibly excited for the race for a number of reasons: It was going to be my tenth marathon finish and that’s pretty amazing.  I had a TON of friends both running and cheering.  I have never run in Staten Island, Brooklyn or the Bronx.  It has been a tough year and I felt a true need to c...

The plan said 2 mile warm up, but I didn’t read it properly, so did a 1 mile warm up, then I ran out of time so did a 0.5 mile cool down. It might not sound like much, but… The post The Miles Matter appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

Runners can give back this holiday season by supporting charitable organizations that make it possible for others to embrace the sport. Read the full article at 5 Running Charities To Support This Holiday Season on Women's Running . View Source

Women’s Running presents the winners of its annual Tech Awards for 2018. Read the full article at The Hottest Running Technology Of 2018 on Women's Running . View Source

Who says pizza can’t be healthy? Read the full article at Satisfy Pizza Cravings With This Chicken Hummus Spin on Women's Running . View Source

Women’s Running visited Deena Kastor, Alexi Pappas and Sarah Attar at their training center in Mammoth, Calif., to discuss how training impacts every aspect of their lives. Read the full article at Mammoth Crib Video Series: Part 2 on Women's Running . View Source

Your playlist will be seriously lacking if you don’t update it with our best-of list for November 2018. Read the full article at 10 Workout Songs For November 2018 on Women's Running . View Source

Director of Cross Country and Track and Field at Northern Arizona University Mike Smith provides his tips to help beginners tackle the trails. Read the full article at A Coach’s Guide To Trail Running on Women's Running . View Source

Thanksgiving is the most popular day of the year to run—thanks in large part to the turkey trot. Read the full article at The History Of The Turkey Trot on Women's Running . View Source

Women’s Running traveled to Under Armour’s offices in Portland, Ore., to get the scoop on the new HOVR Infinite. Read the full article at A Sneak Peek At Under Armour’s New HOVR Infinite on Women's Running . View Source

These healthy pumpkin snacks can help you score the pumpkin fix you’ve been looking for this fall. Read the full article at 8 Healthy Pumpkin Snacks We Love This Fall on Women's Running . View Source

Last year, I had an idea. I knew that I sometimes found it hard to have a friend/family member/husband with me to marathons, either because of cost or holiday days (or the fact that some people don’t like watching a… The post NYC Marathon Race Weekend 2018 appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

Keeping hydrated on Water Wednesday Things that runners should have plenty of: sleep, motivation and water. Things I struggle with since becoming a parent: sleep, time to train and keeping hydrated. I was never a massive coffee drinker before I had a baby. But now it’s a regular part of my day. Not so much to keep me awake, but as a way to take 5 mins for myself why my son has his morning nap and a thing to do with mum friends. Even writing this blog, I have a cup of coffee on the go because, although I’m sat at a kitchen table hoping a baby stays asleep a little longer, it makes me feel like those days of sitting in a cafe writing with a flat white and slice of cake. Since day one of being a parent, I know I haven’t drunk enough water. There’s always something else to do. Hurriedly getting out the door the bottle of water gets missed and walking around the park for hours to get a baby to sleep, the last thing I want is a toilet stop to wake him up. It gets to about 8pm at night ...

American marathon record holder Deena Kastor offers tips on marathon recovery and getting through the difficult moments in a tricky race. Read the full article at Deena Kastor’s Tips For First-Time Marathoners on Women's Running . View Source

The Achilles tendon is extremely important to running, but it’s also easily injured. Here’s how to prevent and treat Achilles pain. Read the full article at How To Solve Achilles Tendon Pain on Women's Running . View Source

Sarah Crouch was the top American finisher at the 2018 Chicago Marathon and aims to score an even bigger PR at the California International Marathon on December 2. Read the full article at Sarah Crouch Eyes A New PR At CIM In December on Women's Running . View Source

I finished my half marathon last month, disappointed with the time on the clock but happy with how training had gone. It really couldn’t have been better. The week after the Royal Parks Half I paced the Great South Run, and despite still having the cold I carried round the Royal Parks with me, I felt really good running and the 10 min/mile pace felt like running on a cloud. But, the week following my cold didn’t get any better and though I headed off on holiday with my running kit in my suitcase, it stayed there the whole week. On one day I coughed for a whole hour so much so that I hurt my ribs which were sore for days after. It took a good few weeks to shift my cold, and just when I was able to run again, I pulled something in my side (possibly an oblique) which made me stop my run after 1.4 miles and walk home. Runners, you’ll know how hard it is to stop a run without rounding up to the nearest mile or at least half mile, so that’s a sure sign that something was wrong. So as u...

There are strategies to tackle all things running—including the off-season. Read the full article at 3 Tips To Tackle Your Off-Season on Women's Running . View Source

Peter Ciaccia, the New York City Marathon race director, retired after the 2018 race. Read the full article at Peter Ciaccia’s Lasting Impact On American Running on Women's Running . View Source

These fun CMA Award-nominated tracks will give you a good kick during your next run. Read the full article at CMA Award-Nominated Songs For Your Next Long Run on Women's Running . View Source

Here's a glimpse into the rising sport of skyrunning. Read the full article at What Is Skyrunning, Anyway? on Women's Running . View Source

LynQ, Hydra-Light and iKamper are just three of the 32 brands that will be on display at the inaugural Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards. Read the full article at 3 Cool Products At The Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards on Women's Running . View Source

Ready for fall cooking? Try this seasonal favorite, featured in the 2018 cookbook Simply Vibrant by Anya Kassoff. Read the full article at Lentil Tomato Stew With Turnips And Collard Greens Recipe on Women's Running . View Source