Downhill Running Helps Build Speed and Strength

July 19, 2023

General Training Advice

Downhill Running Helps Build Speed and Strength

As I entered the final few miles of the Flying Pig Marathon back in 2018, my quads started tightening up. By the time I finished I was so sore and it was slow and painful to walk. Being my first marathon I just chalked it up to what happens to everyone at the end of ...

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Downhill Running Helps Build Speed and Strength
Downhill Running Helps Build Speed and Strength
2023 Flying Pig Marathon Recap

May 17, 2023

Course & Race Strategy

2023 Flying Pig Marathon Recap

May 7th, 2023 will be a day thousands of Flying Pig Marathon runners will never forget. Every marathon I have done is memorable in it’s own way, but this year’s race was one that will stand out for years to come. A week out from the marathon, the weather forecast looked very favorable (clear & ...

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2023 Flying Pig Marathon Recap
2023 Flying Pig Marathon Recap
2023 Flying Pig Marathon Training Week 17

May 15, 2023

Weekly Recaps

2023 Flying Pig Marathon Training Week 17

Flying Pig Marathon Training Week 17 Recap It’s @runflyingpig race week! Hard to believe it is finally here. This past week wrapped up my first real week of tapering. Legs are starting to freshen up some, but still got in some good speed work. Most of the mileage drop for the week came on the shorter long ...

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2023 Flying Pig Marathon Training Week 17
2023 Flying Pig Marathon Training Week 17
2023 Flying Pig Marathon Training Week 16

April 24, 2023

Weekly Recaps

2023 Flying Pig Marathon Training Week 16

Flying Pig Marathon Training Week 16 Recap First week of the taper done, only 2 more weeks to go! This week didn’t have too much of a drop off from past weeks, with the exception being dropping the long run down to 16. Getting excited for race day! Daily Recaps: ◾ Monday: Pretty average Monday ...

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2023 Flying Pig Marathon Training Week 16
2023 Flying Pig Marathon Training Week 16
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Hello, my name is Kyle and I want to help other runners achieve their running abilities by passing along my experience and ideas. In taking a holistic and analytical approach to running, I believe that there is always room to grow! Join me in my quest to unlocking the secrets to becoming The Optimal Runner.

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