This is the recap video of my first half marathon – the Hotlanta Half on June 12, 2016. It was hot, humid and hilly. I set a PR (first at this distance), met my time goal and most importantly had FUN! Can’t wait to run my next one.
Read moreTraining Episode 26 – Taper Week!
[mk_image src=”http://www.toddmiddlebrooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Cataway-Cay-5K-Web.jpeg” image_width=”192″ image_height=”256″ crop=”true” lightbox=”true” frame_style=”simple” target=”_self” caption_location=”inside-image” align=”right” margin_bottom=”30″]This is a brief update of how my training is going. I’m in my taper week and looking forward to the Hotlanta Half Marathon this Sunday! In this episode, I also briefly mention running the Castaway Cay 5K. This is a 5K event run on […]
Read moreIntervals, Long Run and New Training Gear
This video is an update that spans a few different runs and talks about some new gear (hint: sunglasses and a training watch upgrade). Resources: XX2i Sunglasses (USA1) Garmin Fenix 3 HR
Read moreCourse Preview Group Run
It was an awesome morning to run. I enjoyed meeting some other great runners and Big Peach Running Company hosted a great event.
Read moreTraining Episode 23 – Battling Injuries
In this episode I prepare to head out on a 5 mile easy run and discuss what I believe is runner’s knee pain in my left knee.
Read moreEpisode 22 – 8 Mile Long Run
This is the longest run thus far in my training cycle leading up to the Hotlanta Half Marathon on June 12th in Atlanta.
Read moreTempo and Transition Runs – 4.5 Miles
This run was split into two parts in order to continue to transition into my new Altra running shoes. The feel of these shoes is totally different from my Sauconys and will take some getting used to. Resources: Altra lacing techniques
Read moreTwo Training Run Updates and a New Pair of Shoes
In this episode I provide brief updates on my two most recent training runs and talk about transitioning to a new pair of zero drop shoes. Resources: Click here to learn more about Altra running shoes
Read moreEpisode 19 – Training in the Noon Heat
I decided to run during my lunch break in much warmer temps and higher humidity.
Read moreMy First Morning Training Run
I know a ton of people that would rather run in the morning, to get their day started and now I’ve had a taste of why.
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