Your Garmin watch uses several basic data points to calculate a bunch of different fitness stats. Today, let’s talk about Garmin performance condition. What is it? How does it work? Why should you care? In short, the performance condition metric on your Garmin is an estimate of how well you are running on a particular … Read more
Have you ever wondered how the Garmin VO2 max estimate on your watch works? VO2 max is one measurement of how fit you are and of your potential as an endurance athlete. Unfortunately, actually measuring your VO2 max is a complicated endeavor that includes a potentially costly trip to a sports clinic. But if you … Read more
Whether you’re looking to learn how to train better, to understand the science behind exercise, or simply to be inspired, there are a ton of great books about running that you should check out. On this page, I’m going to collect a list of all the books about running that I’ve read. I’ll share a … Read more
If you’ve ever run around a track using a GPS running watch, you’ve probably been frustrated by the results. But if you’ve got a Garmin Forerunner, you’re in luck. You can use the new Garmin track mode to get accurate GPS data while running around an oval track. Today, I want to show you why … Read more
So you’ve decided that it’s time to up your running game and get a GPS running watch. But with so many options out there, it can be a bit overwhelming. Garmin offers some fantastic choices – but which model is right for you? I feel you. I was there myself, not too long ago. When … Read more
So you’re a serious runner or triathlete, and you’re looking for the best GPS watch to help with your training. You’ve narrowed it down to the Garmin Forerunner 745 vs 945, but you’re not sure which one you should pick. The bottom line is that the Garmin Forerunner 745 and the Garmin Forerunner 945 are … Read more
So you’re fairly serious about running, and you’re looking into getting a GPS running watch to help guide your training. Or maybe you want to upgrade from a more basic fitness tracker. You know that Garmin Forerunners are built for runners – but there are tons of options. If you’ve narrowed it down to a … Read more
If you’re training for a running event and looking for a good training plan, Jack Daniels’ Running Formula is usually a good place to look. The book includes a variety of plans for distances ranging from the mile up to the marathon. This particular review will focus on the 5k to 10k plan. I used … Read more
My goal race this spring was a half marathon. Yesterday was the big day – the Coastal Delaware Running Festival in Rehobeth Beach, Delaware. Rehobeth Beach is a wonderful little shore town in Delaware, and it was a perfect place to spend a weekend leading up to this running festival. Keep reading this race report … Read more
If you’re starting to get more serious about running, you will want to get yourself a good GPS running watch. There are a ton of options out there, and it can be a bit daunting at first. But Garmin’s Forerunner line of watches are perfect for runners. The Garmin Forerunner 55 and Garmin Forerunner 245 … Read more