5 Tips to Survive Running in Rain

• runrocknroll
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• May 19, 2017

Have you ever checked the weather forecast a few days before a race and cringed? Before the 2013 Rock ‘n’ Roll Nashville half marathon, I rarely checked the race-day weather. If it were raining, I would make sure I had a dark color shirt. 

6 Reasons to Volunteer

• runrocknroll
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• April 12, 2017

Here are six reasons why you should consider supporting your running community and volunteer at a race near you!

1. Stay connected to running.

   If you’re recovering from injury, in between races or simply looking for a stepping stone into the running sphere, volunteering helps connect you to the sport.

Why You Should Use Water Stops on Race Day

• Katherine Lackey
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• February 28, 2017

For my first several long-distance races, I always wore a water belt or hydration pack. I was worried about losing time going through water stops, which are often crowded, as well as getting enough liquid in me to stay steady throughout the course.

5 Ways to Make Your Running Fantasy a Reality

• Dianne Schramm
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• February 27, 2017

They say that experience brings wisdom. That’s certainly true of running. When I look back to my younger running self, I remember all of the doubts and fears I had of even trying to run.

Why Do A Half Marathon? Here Are 6 Reasons To Run!

• Cynthia Steele
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• February 25, 2017

It’s a solid challenge.

Training for a half marathon takes a significant amount of time and commitment. It’s not easy to just whip out a half marathon on little to no training, without getting injured of course.