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VO2 Max is important for us runners, until it isn't

The role of VO2 Max and your running VO2 max measures the maximum amount of oxygen an individual can utilize during intense exercise. It is expressed as milliliters of oxygen per kilogram of body weight per minute (mL/kg/min). VO2 max integrates the efficiency of oxygen uptake, transpo...

Oct 09, 2025

Why now is time for your running goal setting

I’m super excited because tomorrow, I should get my boot off my foot and be allowed to start running again. This is great because the first of October is usually when I lay out my running goals for the following year. Why the beginning of the 4th quarter and not on New Years?

Oct 09, 2025

Another Bump in the Road

I started this year with some ambitious running goals. Running my first Boston Marathon, returning to the Waldow 100k after 15 years, and fast packing the last section of the Pacific Crest Trail into Canada.

Oct 09, 2025

Back In The Hunt

Sunday with Herb Yesterday, I ran the Wy’east Wonder 50K at Mt Hood, Oregon. This was my first trail race since my heart attack last March. This was important for me to do, as it was my only true fitness test prior to our long planned goal of fast packing the last 100 mile section of the Pacifi...

Sep 30, 2025

Are You Running Too Fast?

The biggest mistake most older runners are making. Introduction Hey runners! Today, let’s delve into a critical topic: your running pace. Many older runners often find themselves running too fast, even when they believe they are moving slow. Surprising, right? In this blog post, we’ll explor...

Sep 30, 2025

What's Your Epic Challenge?

Sunday with Herb What’s Your Epic Challenge? I’m a strong believer that every year, you should have an epic challenge. That is, some event that is a stretch for you. For me, that generally is some kind of running event. Two years ago, I chose the Teanaway Country 100 as my last 100 miler. A ver...

by Herb Reeves — Sep 25, 2025 mindset

How Often Should You Run?

Hey, runners! One of the most common questions I get asked is, "How often should I run?" Of course, the answer to that depends on your running goals and what you're willing to commit to on a weekly basis. In running and fitness, consistency really matters.

by Herb Reeves — Sep 25, 2025 running

Do you know where you stand?

Sunday with Herb Do you know where you stand? What I mean by that is: you may be a little over weight, not as strong as you like, experience low energy, or struggle with your running pace, But do you actually know exactly where you are and what you need to do optimize your running ...

by Herb Reeves — Sep 25, 2025 sunbday with herb

Avoiding the Three Big Fueling Mistakes for Endurance Events

How I learned that less is more. Hey runners! Remember when our only choices for fueling were water and Gatorade? Fueling for endurance events such as half marathons, marathons, or ultra-marathon races has gotten complicated, with a lot of misinformation out there. In this blog post, I’ll go thro...

by Herb Reeves — Sep 25, 2025 nutrition

The 8/8/8 rule

Sunday with Herb Hey there, have you heard of the 8/8/8 rule? That's: 8 hours for sleep 8 hours for life 8 hours for work That's a fair formula for an 24 hour day. It's not a a work/life balance - it's a work/life/sleep balance. The key here is maintaining that 8 hours of sleep. For us ol...

by Herb Reeves — Sep 25, 2025 sunday with herb

Hire a coach as you would a financial planner

Sunday with Herb Most runners who hire a coach are looking for help with that upcoming race or event. And that's ok... But as a longevity coach for runners, I approach coaching much like a financial planner. Let's first get your finances in order, then get you set up so you are thriving, 20 years...

Sep 25, 2025 sunday with herb

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