By Anne, on June 13th, 2011 As a coach with Team Challenge, I help people of all different levels and abilities complete the 16 week training to the half-marathon distance. This is no walk in the park — it’s 13.1 miles — a long, long way to walk! So we explore techniques to help us walk faster.
I’d like to issue the following challenge to all you walkers out there. These techniques will quicken your pace and have you covering ground faster and more efficiently. You’ll get in that ‘sweatzone’ where your workout really counts.
Go ahead, take my challenge!
Using MapMyRun or Gmaps Pedometer, plot out a one-mile route . . . → Read More: Pick up the pace: A challenge for BRISK walking
By Amy, on March 22nd, 2011 I’ve never been fast. I don’t even know if I’d ever care to be fast.
A lot of times, you hear about how fast people run races. Don’t get me wrong. I have a time goal. It’s just no where near that of my close friends. When they’re running an “easy” 9 min pace, I’m busting my ass trying to keep a sub 15 pace.
I consider myself a runner. I run/walk and I’m ok with that. Of course, I’d love to get to the point where I’m only running and not walking unless I really need a break. But, I like the . . . → Read More: Slow running – it’s the new fast!
By Amy, on February 17th, 2011 Are you a mall walker? Mall walking or jogging is a great way to get some exercise when you don’t want to do it outside or you don’t have a gym membership.
Mayfair Mall in Wauwatosa is launching a new club for mall walkers, called the Mayfair Mileage Club. The club will reach out to and reward people who use the mall for their daily workouts.
The club officially launches Monday at 7 a.m. Members of the program will receive a free pedometer and will be invited to keep track of their miles.
When members reach 100 miles, they will receive a Mayfair Mileage . . . → Read More: Mayfair unveils new mall walking fitness club
By Amy, on September 13th, 2010 I’ve extended the deadline to FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17th at NOON for people to register to be on a FITMKE Indoor Marathon Relay team. So, if you have friends who are interested, please let them know that we’re closing it off Friday so that teams can register before InStep runs out of registrations.
We’ve got a great group of people so far… I think we’re going to have a blast! I’ll be emailing teams this weekend so look for that by 5pm Sunday, Sept. 19th!
Also, one lucky team will win a FREE REGISTRATION.
Stay tuned for how to win! Your team could save $100! . . . → Read More: Deadline extended: Join FitMilwaukee’s Relay Team
By Tracey, on August 5th, 2010
Have you been wanting to meet up with the Fit Milwaukee crowd but been intimidated by all those miles we run? Well, join us this Sunday morning for a leisurely stroll along the lakefront. We’ll be meeting at 10am at the Lake Park Bistro parking lot and heading out for a 3 to 4 mile loop down Lake Drive and back. No running! We’re hoping to find a group of walkers that want to meet regularly so we’ll talk more about future locations and times while we’re walking. You can either RSVP here or just go ahead and show . . . → Read More: Come Walk With Us
By Tracey, on July 28th, 2010
As you can see from Amy’s awesome half-marathon recap yesterday, participating in races doesn’t have to be about being an elite runner. Yes, it’s no secret that a lot of the Fit Milwaukee crowd loves to run. However, did you know that a majority of 5Ks have a 2-mile walk paired alongside the running race? In fact, at many fun-runs a number of people sign up for the 5K distance and walk the whole thing.
Here’s some truth: Walking is not easy. I remember walking in the Komen Race for the Cure nearly 10 years ago. This was years before I had . . . → Read More: Walkers Unite!
By Amy, on July 26th, 2010
Last weekend, I completed my first half marathon. I wasn’t first, and I wasn’t last. My time was, well, twice that of some of my friends, but in the end it didn’t matter. I checked the ol’ half marathon off my bucket list. I also learned some valuable lessons throughout training and the race itself. Oh, and I got a kick-arse medal. Let’s not forget about the medal.
Before the race:
 Pee. Trust me on this.- Drink lots of water all week long, especially the day before and morning of the race. This is why #1 is important.
- Don’t drink four margaritas 18 hours pre-race, even if you tell yourself it’s okay because you’re getting top-shelf margaritas on the rocks with extra lime and salt on the rim. Margarita salt is not an acceptable substitute for an electrolyte sports drink.
- Go to the race expo. Pick up your packet. Make some impulse purchases you will later regret because everyone else is buying that balance bracelet. Stare at your race bib. Smack yourself in the head for thinking you could actually do a half marathon.
- Follow a training plan. There are so many plans out there – find one that works for you and your schedule. Mine included 3 days/week of walking and/or running, 1-2 cross training or strength training days and 1 active recovery/yoga/pilates/easy walk day.
- Don’t be afraid to modify the plan. I suffered many setbacks due to knee problems and a sprained foot/ankle. I made adjustments (like biking or doing the elliptical instead of walking or running because they were low-impact). I had to cut one long “run” short because my foot hurt so bad.
» Continue reading Lessons I learned from my first endurance race
By Amy, on June 25th, 2010 
Perhaps you’ve heard of speed work. You’re curious about it, but don’t know how to keep track of time. Well, if you have a Garmin, chances are you can create your own interval workout. Here’s how:
Hit the mode button.
Then, click Training>Workouts>Interval
You can select to do your interval reps based on:
Distance, Distance Rest
Distance, Time Rest
Time, Time Rest
Time, Distance Rest
You can also include how many reps you want to do AND if you want to include a warmup/cooldown.
The first time I tried it, I set mine up for 3 min run then 1 min rest for 10 reps with warmup/cooldown. Basically, when you . . . → Read More: Setting up intervals for speed work on your Garmin
By Amy, on May 15th, 2010 If you’re embarrassed by underwear talk, move on to the next blog. We’re talking about ladies underthingies and working out. Gentlemen, take a deep breath.
This is a question I’ve had for awhile, but I didn’t really know how to bring it up.
What is the best underwear to wear when working out?
The few times I’ve worn a pair of cotton underwear to work out, I’ve regretted it. So, I know that those are definitely out (I only have a few anyways, I prefer the good stuff). I’ve already moved beyond cotton socks and am slowly working . . . → Read More: Exercise and Underwear: Decisions, Decisions
By Marty, on March 3rd, 2010
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