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Is It Possible to Finish a Full Marathon with 100% Walking? I Did it in 5:17:53!
I have always LOVED walking and noticed the benefits of fast walking right away when I started running ultras. While other people were...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
May 12, 20245 min read
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Which is the safest and best option for winter running: Indoor track, treadmill, or running outside?
The short answer: Most of the time, running on a treadmill is the better option from a performance, biomechanics, and injury-prevention...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jan 22, 20248 min read
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Superior 100-miler advice from 2021 winner, Tom Carr
I had the privilege of coaching, crewing, and pacing (or at least attempting to pace) Tom Carr to his Superior win in 2021! He currently...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Aug 3, 20235 min read
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Expert Tips for Tapering: The Do's and Don'ts of Preparing for Race Day
Here are six tips on what to do and what NOT to do when you are taping for a race!

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jul 10, 20235 min read
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4 Reasons Why Running Slow Will Make You Faster
Are your easy miles slow enough? Keeping your easy miles TRULY easy is the key to getting fitter and faster.

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jul 4, 20234 min read
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Should you become a run streaker? Here are 3 tips for doing it right.
Are you thinking about starting a running streak? FUN! I am currently on a 3.5+ year running streak and I absolutely love it, but it is...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
May 26, 20236 min read
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Unleash Your Full Potential: The Impact of Hill Hiking Training on Trail and Ultra-Race Performance
“You are only as fast as your slowest mile.” – Ian Sharman This quote has stuck with me since I heard Ian say this on the Science of...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Apr 14, 20239 min read
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Maximize Your Spring Training: 4 Mistakes to Avoid
Springtime is a common time to see more running-related injuries. This is partly because training errors are the number one cause of...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Mar 15, 20233 min read
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Are You Ready to Race? 5 Questions You Should Ask Yourself First
This weekend, I listened to the Hidden Brain podcast episode called “Who do you want to be?” Although this isn’t a “running podcast,” I...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jan 12, 20234 min read
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Mastering the Cold: A Guide to Thriving During Winter Runs
1. Don’t focus on pace : When you run on snowy and/or icy paths, your pace is going to be slower. The uneven footing and softer...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Nov 17, 20223 min read
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Overtraining Syndrome – Is it Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for Endurance Athletes?
Training involves a delicate balance between loading the body enough to get fitter and improve performance, but also allowing enough time...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Sep 7, 20228 min read
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The 6 Biggest Mistakes Ultra-Marathon Racers Make on Race Day
Training isn't the only thing that is important to help you do your best during an ultra-marathon! Avoid these 6 common mistakes on race day

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jul 29, 20225 min read
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The Secret to ZERO DNFs
46 full marathons + 33 ultra marathons and ZERO DNFs. What's the secret to finishing 100% of my races? Completing full marathons and...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Feb 5, 20224 min read
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Signs that You are Over or Under-Training
Signs of Overtraining For those of us who are focused on improving our performance, reaching our limits, or accomplishing the next PR,...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jul 30, 20212 min read
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Life is Busy: How to Train Your Best and Manage Your Busy Life
Let’s be honest, we are all really busy. So, how can you train smart and train your hardest while also managing working full time,...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jan 9, 20214 min read
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Safety Tips for Women Running Alone in the Dark
For many runners, winter means running in the dark due to the days being so short. Speaking for myself, these are always my least...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jan 2, 20213 min read
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Avoid These Common Mistakes When Transitioning from Road Racing to Trail Racing
Transitioning from road racing to trail racing might seem straight forward…you just go out, find a trail, and train on that more, right? ...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jan 2, 20215 min read
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Do You Need a Rest Day?
Do you need a rest day? We all know that person who is on a 3-month, 6-month, 3-year, ect. running streak, while other runners can feel...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Sep 9, 20202 min read
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Running Considerations For the Masters Athlete
As we get older, our bodies change so it makes sense to adapt our training to adjust to these changes. Here are some tips for masters...

Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Sep 9, 20202 min read
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