DETAILS TO HELP YOU PLAN FOR RACE MORNING: Plan your nutrition a bit in advance. See below. Plan to get your fresh shoes or gear ASAP. You don’t want to wear them the first time on race day a few days before to break them in is fine, but the longer the better....
One of the most simple elements of training can sometimes be the most painful and lead to the most disappointment. BLISTERS. I’ve seen blisters so bad at races that they have caused serious injuries just because it forced them to alter their stride for so long....
A quick video on how to pronounce Saucony! Saucony has always been one of our favorite brands here at Foot Traffic. We often get asked, “how do you pronounce that brand, anyhow?” Well, here’s a quick video of the common mispronunciations and the...
It’s Waterproof Season! Do you wrap up in Goretex or focus on wicking fabrics? We’ll help you decide. Portland is rainy during the winter. There is NO debate there. However, Portland is also a rapidly GROWING city with lots of new and friendly folks from,...
INTERVALS, FARTLEKS, AND TEMPO WORKOUTS Heading out for a run or walk can be as simple as you want it to. Head out the door, progress at a pace that feels comfortable, and you’re pretty much set. The beauty of the sport is often it’s simplicity. But adding...