Training Tips

In conjunction with Falls Road Running and the Baltimore Running Festival, Active.com has designed a trainning program specifically for the Baltimore Running Festival. It can be accessed here.

Visit the site if you are looking for a training program as you prepare for the Baltimore Running Festival.

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The Official Marathon/Half-Marathon Countdown Training Program has begun but there still may be a chance to jon the program.  Email Coach Jeff with your questions at jeffreygaudette@gmail.com  

Falls Road Running will sponsor two Supported Course Runs along the Baltimore Marathon and 1/2 marathon courses.   The first supported run will meet at the Inner Harbor Visitors Center at 7:00 AM on July 25 and run the first part of this year's course.  The planned distance is eight to twelve miles, but runners have been known to go further.   The second supported run is a twenty-miler that will meet in Patterson Park on September 19.  Half marathoners have a short course options and there are ways to extend or shorten the runs to meet your schedule.   

Two new races are being organized targeting the UnderArmour Baltimore Running Festival. On Saturday, August 15 - 24K Relay.  Four person relay teams, each leg is 6K, just under 4 miles.   Sunday, September 13 - 15K Run (9.3 miles). Register at Active.com.   Details at www.baltimorerunning.com

Track Workouts in preparation for the UnderArmour Running Festival start July 7th at JHU Eastern campus track.  –  Open workouts at 6:30 PM on Tuesday and Thursday, Ladies Night workouts at 6:30 PM Wednesdays.  No experience needed, fast and slow, young and old welcome.  baltimorerunning@yahoo.com for open, karenmenge@hotmail.com for ladies night.

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MORE ABOUT SHIN SPLITS

Shin splints” is a term to describe pain and swelling in the front of the lower legs. The pain usually appears after and is aggravated by repetitive activities such as running or walking. Contributing causes are flat feet, calf tightness, improper training techniques, worn out or improper shoes/sneakers, as well as running or walking on uneven surfaces. The inflammation in the shin results from the repeated pull of a muscle in the leg from the shin bone (tibia).

This condition usually occurs bilaterally (both legs) and can be alleviated by rest, use of non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, icing, a change in training habits, stretching exercises, and properly fitted shoes. A foot and ankle surgeon can treat the condition, recommend proper shoe gear, and evaluate whether orthotics are needed.  If not treated, shin splints may eventually result in a stress fracture of the shin bone.

More of Foot and Ankle Conditions

MORE ABOUT FIT FEET AT THE FINISH

Both long-distance runners and casual joggers can improve their performance by keeping their feet in top condition and taking steps to control foot problems common in runners, according to Dr. Mikel Daniels, a foot and ankle surgeon.

“The human foot is a biological masterpiece that amazingly endures the stresses of daily activity,” says Mikel D. Daniels, DPM, FACFAS, a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS). “For runners, the feet are more vulnerable to injury than any other part of the body, and these athletes should be on the alert for signs of foot problems that can slow them down if not treated promptly.”

D. Daniels says the most common complaint from runners is heel pain. This condition, also called plantar fasciitis, is frequently caused by inflammation of the ligament that holds up the arch.

“In athletes, heel pain can result from faulty mechanics and overpronation in which pressure is unequally applied to the inside of the foot. It also can be caused by wearing running shoes that are worn out or too soft,” he explains. [...more]

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