Training Tips September 02, 2026

Level Up Your Training: Cardio Strength & Threshold Training

Once you’ve put in the miles and built a solid aerobic base, you might wonder: what’s the next logical step to get fa...

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Training Tips August 27, 2026

Running and Accountability

Anyone can download a standard 12-16 week running plan, but sticking to it alone is where most runners fall short. So...

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Training Tips August 24, 2026

A Week With Dave’s Spring in Training

What does our Spring in Training look like? With seasoned coaches, support staff, and mapping out your week your trai...

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Training Tips July 30, 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Shopping for Cross Country

Trainers, spikes, apparel & fit — Dave's Running Shop breaks down everything Toledo area cross country runners ne...

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Training Tips June 04, 2026

Hydration Accommodations in Hot Weather

Summers in Northwest Ohio can be brutal with the difficult combination of heat and humidity. With the temperatures ri...

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Training Tips May 19, 2026

The Best Way to Get into Running

Looking to get into running? Check out some of the best ways to start your journey whether just a simple 5K or a full...

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Training Tips May 08, 2026

Meet Our Beginner Coach, Jessi Broz

Beginner Coach Jessi Broz’s journey—from discovering running in 2013 to overcoming thyroid cancer and ultimately ins...

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Training Tips May 01, 2026

A Letter to Coach Bob...

Jessica Barnes turned months of training into a confident 3:30:22 finish at the Mercy Health Glass City Marathon, cre...

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Training Tips June 06, 2025

Doing Too Much, Too Soon

It's a tale as old as time for runners: you're pumped, you're motivated, and you're ready to conquer your training pr...

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Training Tips June 01, 2025

Safe Summer Running in Ohio

Summers in Northwest Ohio are beautiful, but let's be honest, that combination of heat and humidity can be absolutely...

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Training Tips May 29, 2025

What's a Fartlek, and What to Know

A fartlek comes from the Swedish word meaning “speed play” and was brought into the running arena back in the 1930’s ...

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Training Tips May 22, 2025

Interval Training Tips

As you progress beyond basic aerobic fitness, incorporating faster VO2 max interval training alongside your lactate t...

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