At some point along the journey to a half marathon, running becomes more than just a hobby. It becomes a lifestyle.
You plan your days around fartlek workouts. Your wardrobe gets taken over by weather-appropriate running gear. The pantry is filled with food that can fuel your runs. Weekends are either spent trail running or heading to races. Slowly you realize you’re one of many who call themselves a runner.
Half Marathon Girl will offer advice on the latest running trends, must-have running accessories, and race day tips that will get you across the finish line.
Read our articles below to learn more.
Half Marathon: All You Need to Know to Run One
A half marathon is generally considered a more accessible and popular running category amongst runners. This modality usually attracts different types of runners, including beginners. However, the pre-running period takes a lot of training to avoid injuries, prepare...
Half Marathon Training Plan: How to Build Yours
Are you searching for a half marathon training plan? The good thing is that you can build your own. All you will need is determination and to follow some good tips. A half marathon training takes time, and if you organize your own, you can fit it into your schedule...
How to avoid injuries when running: 5 tips for running safely
Running is a great exercise that benefits our physical and mental health. However, taking specific measures for our safety is essential to ensure we're making the best of it. From stretching after running to what to do before starting, here are some tips on how to...
Summertime half marathon training benefits and hacks
While training for a half marathon every runner will step outside for a summer workout and immediately dread the long, hot run that awaits them. While it’s certainly true that running in the heat is harder, it also has some serious benefits for distance runners. When...
Virtual half marathon: what is it, and how does it work? Whether we are talking about Olympic athletes or an average person, running is an excellent exercise to keep us healthy and happy. Running a half marathon can be challenging, but it can also be beneficial. If...
Warmups, Gear, Goals: Here’s what you need to run a half marathon
Warmups, Gear, Goals: Here’s what you need to run a half marathon You’ve completed your half marathon training plan, battled blisters, pushed through workouts, and hopefully learned a thing or two about running along the way. Now, it’s race day. It doesn’t matter if...
The half marathon is a good way to have a bit of fun and race against those girls and learn about them.
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