Courtney Dredden

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Events

3 Big Things To Consider When Choosing A Summer Race

One runner recommends you follow these 3 rules when it comes to choosing a summer race to make it a bit easier.

Courtney DreddenMay 11, 2016

Health

How To Run Tough In Bad Race Conditions

If you're struggling with the mental aspect of running, try one of these suggestions.

Courtney DreddenMarch 30, 2016

Culture

The Fool-Proof Packing List For Your Next Race

You won't forget anything when you use this list for your next destination race.

Courtney DreddenMarch 23, 2016

Health

3 Mid-Race Mantras That Keep You Moving

When your race hits those "dark miles," here are some tried and true things to say to yourself.

Courtney DreddenMarch 16, 2016

Events

A List Of Fun Spring Races That Still Have Open Registration

Don't fear—there are many spring races still open and waiting for you to run!

Courtney DreddenMarch 9, 2016

Training

4 Things I Won't Miss About Winter (And One Thing I Will)

You will so agree—and laugh—at the one last thing.

Courtney DreddenMarch 2, 2016

Culture

Lessons Learned From Watching The Olympic Trials Marathon

It turns out that watching the best runners in our sport was also a great learning experience.

Courtney DreddenFebruary 24, 2016

Culture

5 Things Runners Miss When They Can't Run

When injuries happen or little breaks or needed, runners miss a lot about their daily ritual.

Courtney DreddenFebruary 16, 2016

Health

What I Love To Eat Before And After A Run

Try one of these foods to fuel before a run or recover when it is over.

Courtney DreddenFebruary 10, 2016

Culture

Starting A Running Blog Can Make You A Better Runner

Sharing your running life with others could have a positive effect on your training.

Courtney DreddenJanuary 27, 2016

Gear

Warm Gear To Get You Through Cold Runs

Sometimes the only thing that can get you outside on a chilly day is new gear!

Courtney DreddenJanuary 20, 2016

Training

4 Things To Know About Increasing Your Mileage

More miles may help you reach a PR but there are some things you should know before running.

Courtney DreddenJanuary 13, 2016

Training

3 Steps To Choosing The Best Training Plan

With so many plans out there, how can you tell which works for you?

Courtney DreddenJanuary 6, 2016

Training

How To Organize An Awesome Holiday Lights Run

Grab some friends, wear your holiday gear and hit the road for this fun run.

Courtney DreddenDecember 16, 2015

Training

Staying Safe During Winter Runs

Snow, ice, darkness—there are a lot of perils that await you on winter runs.

Courtney DreddenDecember 9, 2015

Training

It's Okay To Take A Break From Running

Taking a short break from running can help both your body and mind.

Courtney DreddenDecember 2, 2015

Training

To Streak Or Not To Streak (That's A Real Question)

Thinking of doing a run streak this holiday season? One streaker has the pros and cons.

Courtney DreddenNovember 25, 2015

Training

How I Got An Accidental PR

Sometimes getting a PR is a happy accident.

Courtney DreddenNovember 18, 2015

Gear

How To Prepare For Winter Running

This Washington, D.C. runner is a pro at running in the winter.

Courtney DreddenNovember 11, 2015

Training

6 Lessons I've Learned After Running Six Marathons

After six marathons, one runner learned some very important lessons.

Courtney DreddenNovember 4, 2015

Courtney Dredden

Latest Stories

3 Big Things To Consider When Choosing A Summer Race

How To Run Tough In Bad Race Conditions

The Fool-Proof Packing List For Your Next Race

3 Mid-Race Mantras That Keep You Moving

A List Of Fun Spring Races That Still Have Open Registration

4 Things I Won't Miss About Winter (And One Thing I Will)

Lessons Learned From Watching The Olympic Trials Marathon

5 Things Runners Miss When They Can't Run

What I Love To Eat Before And After A Run

Starting A Running Blog Can Make You A Better Runner

Warm Gear To Get You Through Cold Runs

4 Things To Know About Increasing Your Mileage

3 Steps To Choosing The Best Training Plan

How To Organize An Awesome Holiday Lights Run

Staying Safe During Winter Runs

It's Okay To Take A Break From Running

To Streak Or Not To Streak (That's A Real Question)

How I Got An Accidental PR

How To Prepare For Winter Running

6 Lessons I've Learned After Running Six Marathons

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