by chris | Apr 1, 2025 | The Run Plan
Tips from Coach and Thank you! It’s finally race week—and now it’s time to enjoy the fitness you’ve built and everything you’ve put into training. That said, there are a few simple things you can do this week to make race morning go a whole lot smoother. Have a plan,...
by chris | Mar 25, 2025 | The Run Plan
How to taper the right way before your 10K As race day approaches, dialing in your taper is one of the most important parts of your preparation. For a 10K like the Cap10K, I recommend a gradual taper starting about 10–14 days out, with a 10–15% reduction in weekly...
by chris | Mar 9, 2025 | The Run Plan
How the Right Running Shoes Can Set You Up for Cap10K Success We’re just four weeks out from race day, and if you’re following The Run Plan, you’re deep in race-specific work. Now is the perfect time to talk about something that can truly impact your training—your...
by chris | Mar 2, 2025 | The Run Plan
How to Navigate Running in a Crowd at the Cap10K The Cap10K is the largest 10K in Texas, and the energy from the crowd is incredible. A big race atmosphere can be both exciting and energizing, and if you approach it the right way, you can use it to your advantage....
by chris | Feb 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
Why you should train on hills for Cap10K race preparation. Hilly runs are a great way to build strength, improve efficiency, and gain confidence before race day. The Cap10K course includes hills, and the best way to prepare is to make them a regular part of your...
