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Plyometrics for Runners

Jan27

Plyometrics for Runners

Runners are not known for being the most explosively powered humans on the planet. Trust me, I get it. This weekend, I did some cycle recertification with CanFitPro and we did about 4 hours of intervals and explosive sprints and I was reduced to a shaking puddle of sweat by the end. Thankfully, I have… Read More…

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Filed Under: TrainingTagged With: Jessica Kuepfer, plyometrics, rocket jumps, single leg hops, skaters, switch lunge, trainingJanuary 27, 2014

The Importance of Cross Training for Runners

Aug28

The Importance of Cross Training for Runners

It is easy to get caught up in your training plan and forget that you can do an activity outside of running. Tempo run on Tuesday, Hills on Wednesday, Long Run on Sunday, and on the list goes. But what happens when you start feeling those niggling pains and muscle tightness? If you are anything… Read More…

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Filed Under: TrainingTagged With: ciclowerks, cross training, cycling, plyometrics, swimmingAugust 28, 2013

Pre Race Preparation for a Half Marathon

Aug12

Pre Race Preparation for a Half Marathon

    A half marathon is one of the most popular distances in the running community. 21.1 km is long enough to get into a running groove and feel a proper distance, but also short enough to be a good foray into the world of distance running and know that within a couple hours or… Read More…

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Filed Under: RacesTagged With: black toenails, cycling, essie, fartlek training, GU, half marathon, hill training, interval training, nutrition, plyometrics, pre race half marathon, racing, swimming, tempo training, yogaAugust 12, 2013

MY NEXT RACE:

Seattle Half Marathon | Burlington, ON | November 2018

Hi, I'm Jessica and this is my endurance sport blog where I share my training, races and sports nutrition. New here? Feel free to learn more about me here and if you are looking for a place to start, check out my popular posts.

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