# training tips (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover training tips. Page: Feed: --- ## [MarathonGuide Weekly](https://marathonguide.substack.com/p/marathonguide-weekly-15b) _2026-08-19 · Endurance Mastery by MG · Endurance Mastery by MarathonGuide_ Half Marathon Results, New Orleans Returns, and the 90-Second Cadence Fix ## [Hot Topics in Sports Nutrition from the American College of Sports Medicine](https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/08/18/hot-topics-in-sports-nutrition-from-the-american-college-of-sports-medicine/) _2026-08-18 · Managing Editor · Colorado Runner_ The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) is a professional organization for exercise scientists, sports medicine doctors, sports dietitians, sports psychologists, and other health professionals, educators, and researchers who work \[…\] ## [Real-Life Care and Cooperation for Happier Pets](https://petharmonytraining.com/cooperative-care-for-dogs/) _2026-08-17 · Veronica Garcia (she/her) · Pet Harmony_ Vet visits and nail trims don't have to feel like a wrestling match. This post cuts through prescriptive, Instagram-perfect training advice to show what cooperative care actually looks like in real homes, including routines you may already be using, like a treat-cue teeth-brushing ritual or insulin shots on cue. Learn the real difference between care with consent and true cooperative care, how to… ## [Come Run or Walk the Ugly Sweater 5K in Denver!](https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/08/15/run-the-christmas-sweater-5k/) _2026-08-15 · Managing Editor · Colorado Runner_ Get into the holiday spirit with the Christmas Sweater 5K! Runners and walkers, young and old, are invited to join us at Washington Park in Denver for a flat, fast course. Dress in a tacky sweater – the more tinsel, bows, reindeer and candy canes, the merrier. It’s not a fashion faux pas if you’re supposed to wear it! ## [Half Marathon Results Are Now On MarathonGuide](https://marathonguide.substack.com/p/half-marathon-results-are-now-on) _2026-08-12 · Endurance Mastery by MG · Endurance Mastery by MarathonGuide_ Sign up for a free account to claim your results ## [Register Now for the Ghosts and Goblins 5K and 10K!](https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/08/12/ghosts-and-goblins-5k-registration-now-open/) _2026-08-12 · Managing Editor · Colorado Runner_ The Ghosts and Goblins 5K will take place on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at City Park in Denver. With themed shirts, finisher’s medals, disposable bib chip timing, free photo downloads, and more, this is a great value and a family friendly fun run. The races kick off at 9am. Runners and walkers of all ages and paces are welcome. ## [Resource Guarding Beyond the Food Bowl](https://petharmonytraining.com/resource-guarding-beyond-the-bowl/) _2026-08-10 · Tiffany Holmes (she/they) · Pet Harmony_ Resource guarding isn't just about food bowls. It shows up around counters, shoes, sleeping people—even someone else's poop. Real cases from the Pet Harmony team show how guarding is contextual, often worsened by pain and stress, but can make progress with the right approach. Guarding can appear with one person but not another, in one room but not another—which is why "he's fine when I take things… ## [Sign up now for the Labor Day Half Marathon, 10K and 5K!](https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/08/09/early-bird-pricing-for-the-labor-day-half-marathon-10k-and-5k-in-parker/) _2026-08-09 · Managing Editor · Colorado Runner_ Celebrate the last blast of summer at the Labor Day Half Marathon, 10K and 5K on September 4. 2023. The race features a flat, fast half marathon, a 10K and a 5K. Let summer have its last hooray at Parker’s Salisbury Park, which is located about 30 minutes to the southeast of Denver. The race travels along the scenic banks of the Cherry Creek. This flat and fast course just might propel you to a… ## [Weight Gain and Muscle Gain](https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/08/06/weight-gain-and-muscle-gain/) _2026-08-06 · Managing Editor · Colorado Runner_ The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) is a professional organization for exercise scientists, sports medicine doctors, sports dietitians, sports psychologists, and other health professionals, educators, and researchers who work \[…\] ## [This Week in Marathon Running](https://marathonguide.substack.com/p/this-week-in-marathon-running) _2026-08-05 · Endurance Mastery by MG · Endurance Mastery by MarathonGuide_ Train smarter. Discover new races. Celebrate great performances. ## [Ship everywhere from one CLI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/KGePWj1ALEw7) _2026-08-05 · **Sponsored**_ One codebase, hosted runners, encrypted credentials, and automated submissions across stores ## [Elite vs Recreational Athletes: How to Fuel?](https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/08/03/elite-vs-recreational-athletes-how-to-fuel/) _2026-08-03 · Managing Editor · Colorado Runner_ Relatively few elite athletes have actually participated in research studies that advance the science of sports nutrition. Elite athletes may hesitate to join studies because they/their coaches don’t want to \[…\] ## [What Runners Can Change Outside Training to Support Their Everyday Routine](https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/07/30/what-runners-can-change-outside-training-to-support-their-everyday-routine/) _2026-07-30 · News Editor · Colorado Runner_ When runners want to improve, attention naturally turns towards training. More consistent mileage, smarter speed sessions, strength work and better pacing can all play a role. Yet the hours spent running represent only a small part of the week. ## [Why Repairing the Motor Vehicle Does Not Reveal the Full Financial Cost of a Crash](https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/07/30/why-repairing-the-motor-vehicle-does-not-reveal-the-full-financial-cost-of-a-crash/) _2026-07-30 · News Editor · Colorado Runner_ A repair invoice has a way of making a crash look finished. The dents disappear, the paint shines again, and the keys return to the owner's hand with the feeling that life is finally moving back toward normal. Cars often heal faster than people do. ## [Could One Financial Decision Affect Your Divorce Outcome](https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/07/30/could-one-financial-decision-affect-your-divorce-outcome/) _2026-07-30 · News Editor · Colorado Runner_ Money often speaks louder than emotions during a divorce because one financial choice can influence several parts of the process at the same time. A decision that looks simple today may affect property division, future expenses, or long term financial stability in ways that are not immediately obvious. Every document signed and every financial choice made deserves careful thought before moving… ## [Who Pays After an Uber Accident? How Liability May Be Determined](https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/07/30/who-pays-after-an-uber-accident-how-liability-may-be-determined/) _2026-07-30 · News Editor · Colorado Runner_ An Uber accident can create a legal puzzle with more than one possible insurance policy involved. The answer may depend on who caused the crash, whether the driver was logged into the app, whether a passenger was present, and what coverage applies to the people involved. ## [Your Results. Your Next Race. All in One Place.](https://marathonguide.substack.com/p/your-results-your-next-race-all-in) _2026-07-29 · Endurance Mastery by MG · Endurance Mastery by MarathonGuide_ Catch up on last weekend's marathon results, save your race history with the new Claim feature, discover upcoming races, and get training advice for your next finish line ## [How to Prepare Your Pet for Vacation](https://petharmonytraining.com/how-to-prepare-your-pet-for-vacation/) _2026-07-27 · Emily Strong (she/they) · Pet Harmony_ Vacations are supposed to feel like a break — but for a lot of pet parents, prepping for one just adds another item to an already overflowing to-do list. The good news? A little planning early on can make the whole thing feel a lot less chaotic. Whether your pet is staying home with a sitter or coming along for the ride, this guide walks through exactly what to prepare — from routines and supplies… ## [Save Your Race Results with MarathonGuide](https://marathonguide.substack.com/p/save-your-race-results-with-marathonguide) _2026-07-22 · Endurance Mastery by MG · Endurance Mastery by MarathonGuide_ Create your free account, claim your past finishes, and keep your complete running history in one place ## [How to Actually Skip the Walk on Hot Days and Still Meet Your Dog’s Needs](https://petharmonytraining.com/exercise-your-dog-without-walking-in-hot-weather/) _2026-07-20 · Pet Harmony Team · Pet Harmony_ When the heat makes walks unsafe, your dog's needs don't disappear — you just have to meet them differently. Start by figuring out what walks actually give your dog (exercise, sniffing, novelty) so you can replace it on purpose. Then bring the outdoors in with tug, hide-and-seek, and scatter feeding; use water to cool paws and joints on hot days; and try frozen enrichment like broth cubes or "ice… ## [MarathonGuide Weekly](https://marathonguide.substack.com/p/marathonguide-weekly-32f) _2026-07-15 · Endurance Mastery by MG · Endurance Mastery by MarathonGuide_ Race results, upcoming events, and training tips for serious runners ## [CLI-first decentralized compute (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Yb1Hy9zPa9NJ) _2026-07-15 · **Sponsored**_ Run and pay spare GPUs from the CLI — transcode, coinpay (DID+escrow), infernet (AI). ## [How to Take a Break from Your Dog](https://petharmonytraining.com/how-to-take-a-break-from-your-dog/) _2026-07-13 · Tiffany Holmes (she/they) · Pet Harmony_ Needing space from your dog doesn't make you a bad pet parent — it makes you human. Here's how to build independent project time behind a gate, so your dog learns to relax solo while you get a breather. You'll also find tips for designing a calming environment (scents, sound, lighting), outsourcing breaks through sitters or daycare, and simply slipping away for a few quiet minutes. The takeaway:… ## [MarathonGuide Weekly](https://marathonguide.substack.com/p/marathonguide-weekly-1fa) _2026-07-08 · Endurance Mastery by MG · Endurance Mastery by MarathonGuide_ Race results, upcoming events, and training tips for serious runners ## [What Treats Will Relax My Dog?](https://petharmonytraining.com/calming-treats-for-dogs/) _2026-07-06 · Tiffany Holmes (she/they) · Pet Harmony_ Skip the CBD pitch and start an actual plan to help your dog settle. The key is turning chew-and-lick treats into "long-term calming projects": items your dog works on independently that lead to real de-escalation, not just distraction. To know if it's working, you'll need to understand your dog's body language and baseline first. You'll find links to related reads on observation skills and… ## [MarathonGuide Weekly](https://marathonguide.substack.com/p/marathonguide-weekly-5af) _2026-07-01 · Endurance Mastery by MG · Endurance Mastery by MarathonGuide_ Race results, upcoming events, and training tips for serious runners ## [How to Help a Leash Reactive Dog: The Flight Training Method](https://petharmonytraining.com/how-to-help-a-leash-reactive-dog-flight-training/) _2026-06-29 · Allie Bender (she/her) · Pet Harmony_ Instead of forcing your reactive dog to "face their fears," try flight training (teaching them to choose to move away from scary things on cue), which builds agency instead of dread. You'll get the step-by-step process for pairing a flight cue with rewards and applying it to real triggers, plus an answer to the common worry that moving away might reinforce fear (spoilers: it doesn't). The real… ## [MarathonGuide Weekly](https://marathonguide.substack.com/p/marathonguide-weekly-65f) _2026-06-24 · Endurance Mastery by MG · Endurance Mastery by MarathonGuide_ Race results, upcoming marathons, and training tips — every week ## [5 Ways Your Dog’s Leash Reactivity Starts Before You Leave](https://petharmonytraining.com/why-is-my-dog-reactive-on-walks/) _2026-06-22 · Veronica Garcia (she/her) · Pet Harmony_ Your dog's leash reactivity often has less to do with the sidewalk than with everything leading up to it. Here are five hidden triggers to check: undiagnosed pain or GI discomfort, disrupted routines and sleep loss, stacked stress hormones from the prior 72 hours, tense gear or pre-walk rituals, and your own anxious energy. You'll also find long-term calming projects as a solid Plan B for days… ## [MarathonGuide Weekly](https://marathonguide.substack.com/p/marathonguide-weekly-d28) _2026-06-17 · Endurance Mastery by MG · Endurance Mastery by MarathonGuide_ Race results, upcoming marathons, and training tips — every week ## [How to Simplify Walks With Your Reactive Dog](https://petharmonytraining.com/how-to-simplify-walks-with-your-reactive-dog/) _2026-06-15 · Tiffany Holmes (she/they) · Pet Harmony_ Walking a reactive dog is a lot. Treat pouch in one hand, leash in the other, constantly scanning for triggers. Here's how to plan ahead: choosing predictable, low-contact locations, scheduling walk time around your own bandwidth, and prepping calming projects for after. You'll also find the specific gear that makes walks manageable, what behaviors to reinforce along the way, and permission to… ## [Refer a Friend, Earn Rewards (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/1xh1gcfagy3l) _2026-06-15 · **Sponsored**_ Earn rewards when a friend signs up for the Graphite Business Card ## [Why Your Dog Training Doesn’t Have to Be Perfect](https://petharmonytraining.com/dog-training-perfectionism/) _2026-05-25 · Veronica Garcia (she/her) · Pet Harmony_ Training advice can quietly warp into impossible standards. "Daily sessions" becomes "if I miss one, I've failed." Here's how to name that trap and see why consistent, sustainable effort beats flawless execution every time. Through real examples, you'll see what "good enough" training actually looks like — tossing treats instead of running a perfect protocol, swapping a hike for a cardboard box to…