Lessons from My First 10k

Rachel is one of two guest bloggers who will be writing for 42.2 for the 2016 marathon training season. She will be writing monthly blogs, updating us on the ups and downs of her journey from 0 to 42.2. By Rachel Crooks May 29th marked the day of my first race of the program – the Calgary Marathon Jugo Juice 10k! As well as being my first 10k, it was also my first.. Read More

The mind and body connection

Rachel is one of two guest bloggers who will be writing for 42.2 for the 2016 marathon training season. She will be writing monthly blogs, updating us on the ups and downs of her journey from 0 to 42.2. By Rachel Crooks Since I started the marathon training program I haven’t had too much doubt in my mind that I can run a marathon. The distance seemed like an abstract concept until this.. Read More

You’re a mule, not a racehorse

By Rachel Crooks My first month of marathon training is complete! My foam roller has become my best friend and I have definitely been frequenting running stores more than is entirely necessary. It’s been great and I’ve already learned a lot. My biggest learning so far is the importance of building a low intensity training base. Prior to starting the marathon program, my philosophy for every run was to go as fast as.. Read More

Meet Rachel Crooks

Rachel is one of two new guest bloggers who will be writing for 42.2 for the 2016 marathon training season. She will be writing monthly blogs on the second Saturday of every month, updating us on the ups and downs of her journey from 0 to 42.2. I sat down with Rachel to find out a little more her and her running journey up until now. I can’t wait to see what this.. Read More