Tag: summer running

• Rest, Recharge, and Refocus: Handing off Track Season to Cross Country Summer Training

  

  By Coach Joe Carei (a guy who still carb-loads for 5Ks like they’re marathons) Now that States(for most track athletes) is over and the final baton has been passed,  the last spike has been unlaced, and the echoes of the starter’s pistol fade into memory, high school track athletes find themselves in a strange land…

  Joe Carei

  May 26, 2025

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• 5 Ways High School(and all) Runners Can Get Injured While Training in the Summer (And How to Avoid Them)

  

  Summer is the perfect time for high school runners to build their base for the fall cross country season. With school out and the days long, it is an excellent opportunity to log some serious miles. However, with this training come certain risks. Injuries can derail even the most promising seasons if runners aren’t careful.…

  Joe Carei

  June 6, 2024

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• Hot Weather Running Pace Guide

  

  As winter fades away and the vibrant hues of spring emerge, runners eagerly embrace the warmer temperatures and longer days. However, with the rising mercury comes a new set of challenges for those hitting the pavement or trails.  As temperature increases, effort increases and paces slow down.   Running in hot weather demands careful consideration…

  Joe Carei

  May 3, 2024

  5K, coaching, Fitness, Hot weather running, Marathon, Marathon Plan, Performance, Performance, Recovery, running, Running Economy, Training

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