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Breathing is important!

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I something make that joke in my workshop since most people are so busy trying to be perfect with the posture they sometimes look like they stop breathing. I actually don’t talk about breathing in my intro workshop… Read More

Learnings from the last Health & Fitness #TweetUp featuring adventurer Simon Donato

Learnings from the last Health & Fitness #TweetUp featuring adventurer Simon Donato

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We had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Simon Donato, a geologist turned adventurer and entrepreneur, at the Health & Fitness TweetUp series this week. Simon did not disappoint with a great talk complete with colourful and hilarious stories… Read More

Do you know what happens in a golf swing?

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I’d be willing to guess most people don’t. That’s why you probably get the most armchair quarterbacks of any sport. Your club head is closed, your stance is too closed/open, your clubs are too short, you’re not using… Read More

Recent musings from my running world…

Recent musings from my running world…

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Do you need new resources for information on everything run related? If so, this post is for you! A great resource is  Runblogger.com. Pete is a very knowledgeable guy and very passionate about running. The bad news is that… Read More

What is a psoas? Why is it so tight all the time?

What is a psoas? Why is it so tight all the time?

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This article came about from an email I received from Val about having a tight psoas a month out from her big race. This could be a bit of a setback but when once are aware of the… Read More

How to take a good running video for analysis

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First of all, you will probably need a partner in crime to do this. Unless you’re doing it on a treadmill (not recommended) and you have a tripod. But I’m sure you can steal a friend It took… Read More

More musings from the Extreme North Dakota Sandhills Ultra Run Experience #ENDSURE

More musings from the Extreme North Dakota Sandhills Ultra Run Experience #ENDSURE

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I could probably write a short e-book about my adventure on the weekend. I just might, but for today, here are a few more thoughts from a long day in the Sheyenne National Grasslands : People call Winnipeg “Winterpeg” and I now… Read More

Race Report: Extreme North Dakota Sandhills Ultra Run Experience #ENDSURE

Race Report: Extreme North Dakota Sandhills Ultra Run Experience #ENDSURE

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What a day! And that’ a bit of understatement. I always tell people who want to do long distances about the rollercoaster rides that come with the territory. Saturday did not disappoint. I DNF’d. I pulled out at… Read More

On to another adventure!

On to another adventure!

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This trip, like most, will include a lot of firsts for me. First ultramarathon, first time in Manitoba, first time using Google Ads as a primary tool to advertise my workshops, etc. I’m going to be out of… Read More

Update from a great weekend of teaching…

Update from a great weekend of teaching…

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What a weekend it was. And a pretty crazy week too. Short week as I head to Winnipeg then North Dakota for the big race. Wish me luck! Anyway, I had my first workshop ever in Renfrew on… Read More

Some musings from my running world…

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I’ve already confessed to being a bit of a geek when it comes to running and all the information out there. Today I wanted to share some relevant articles and information and some motivation courtesy of Stoked Oats… Read More

Guest blog: Doing more with less (part 4), going mental! by Andy Magness

Guest blog: Doing more with less (part 4), going mental! by Andy Magness

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The longer the race, the more the required elements for success shifts towards the mental side of the mental-physical continuum. In the case of a 4 hour event there might still be a pretty even balance. By the… Read More

Calling all Ottawa-based ChiRunners: I need your help for a study!

Calling all Ottawa-based ChiRunners: I need your help for a study!

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Well actually my researcher friend Adam and the University of Ottawa needs your help. But I will be involved and it will be cool so sure, blame me! So here are all the details: -The biomechanics research group,… Read More

Having fun and not being foolish: My #Winterman Recap

Having fun and not being foolish: My #Winterman Recap

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So I went for a run with my buddy Rob yesterday. We were both registered for the Winterman marathon. I was doing it as a training run for my upcoming ultra and Rob was just doing it to… Read More

Some recommendations from around my life!

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I hope you enjoyed the inspirational and motivational video for this morning! Here are some more recommendations for this Saturday morning: Study:  Scientific Study Shows ChiRunning Technique Reduces Impact -A new 1-year study at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill shows that the ChiRunning… Read More

#31in31 Update: Consider yourself conquered!

#31in31 Update: Consider yourself conquered!

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I finished my #31in31 challenge in high fashion last night. I had to pull a double to make up for a missed run earlier in the week. And although my legs were a bit tired from a few… Read More

#31in31 update: I love running!

#31in31 update: I love running!

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It’s been a while since I’ve been this happy running. It’s also getting pretty close to a drug. I guess it’s a bit better for your health and cheaper than crack cocaine… If you would asked me a… Read More

#31in31 Challenge is back!

#31in31 Challenge is back!

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This might be a bit selfish since I need to pick up the running a bit for this ultra I’m doing in March but I also did get a few requests to revive the challenge. So here it is. Pretty… Read More

Why you should rotate your hips and not your shoulders when you run…

Why you should rotate your hips and not your shoulders when you run…

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Do you notice what your hips do when you run? I bet you notice your arms and shoulders though. One of coaching points that I make time and time again in my workshops is to concentrate a bit… Read More

You’re crazy! (Aka signing up for my first ultra marathon)

You’re crazy! (Aka signing up for my first ultra marathon)

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That’s what my friend said when I told her I was planning on doing my first ultra marathon in March. It’s been a while since I got that reaction. I needed a bit of a break from the… Read More

Get low (aka vertical displacement)

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I hope you enjoyed some musical entertainment by Lil Jon and all of his friends. I just thought it was a perfect way to make a point. A lot of folks bounce up and down when they run…. Read More

To run or not to run, that is the question…

To run or not to run, that is the question…

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I’m not talking about running for political office. Still too early in my career! I’m talking when should you go out for a run and when should you maybe skip a day? Here is the way I look… Read More

What’s the difference between your heel touching down and being a heel striker?

What’s the difference between your heel touching down and being a heel striker?

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A lot! Some folks have read articles about how heel striking is bad for you so they don’t let their heels touch the ground when the run. Bad news bears! And it’s making the pendulum swing way too… Read More

We’re currently experiencing technical difficulties…

We’re currently experiencing technical difficulties…

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I remember seeing that screen when I was a wee boy. It always got me frustrated since it meant my beloved cartoons weren’t playing. All these years later and not much has changed. We’ve come a long way… Read More

Eyes on the prize… Aka Gala vs Ironman!

Eyes on the prize… Aka Gala vs Ironman!

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It’s almost here. The big day. I’m close to getting a tired of the prep and all the minor details,  I won’t lie. Long days where sometimes you don’t feel like you’re doing much progress… I’m talking about… Read More