TRAIN.
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EXPLORE.
March 17, 2026
HEY MIT!
Our big 10 and 20 mile runs are here, and that means it’s time to plan for how you’ll fuel before and during those longer efforts. I'm featuring our hydration/nutrition articles again this week to hammer in the importance of fueling and hydrating adequately this weekend. Please, please, PLEASE remember to pack your gels/chews/food this week for your long run. Practicing your fueling strategy now will set you up for success on race day!
As a reminder, I will be out this Wednesday. While y'all will be practicing marathon pace at the Park of Roses, I'll be with you all in spirit, drinking a tasty beverage in the Caribbean. ;)
I will be out of office from Thursday, March 12th-Friday March 20th. Please reach out to traininggroups@fleetfeetcolumbus.com with any questions.
Cheers from paradise,
Coach H
Workout Hub
This Week's Workouts at a Glance
WEDNESDAY GRIT WORK: RACE PACE PRACTICE
WHEN
Wednesday, March 18th @ 6:30pm
NEW LOCATION
Columbus Metropolitan Library - Whetstone Branch
3909 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214
WARM UP
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3251691
WORKOUT: ROUTE
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HALF MARATHONERS:
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0.5 mile warmup
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4 x 1 miles @ GOAL RACE PACE PROGRESSION
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Continuous Run, starting slightly slower than race pace progressing to 10 seconds faster than race pace by the last mile.
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0.5 mile cooldown
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FULL MARATHONERS:
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0.5 mile warmup
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6 x 1 miles @ GOAL RACE PACE
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Continuous Run, starting slightly slower than race pace progressing to 10 seconds faster than race pace by the last mile.
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0.5 mile cooldown
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NOTE: Please be sure to bring a headlamp and reflective gear for Wednesday night runs. Bundle up, bring your own hydration.
SATURDAY LONG RUN: Whetstone High School
WHEN
Saturday, March 21st @ 8:00am
LOCATION
Whetstone High School
4405 Scenic Drive
Columbus, OH 43214
PARKING:
Watch out for runners and walkers!
WORKOUT DETAILS:
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HALF MARATHONERS:
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10 miles
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FULL MARATHONERS:
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20 miles
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Be sure to bring your own hydration cup or bottle (AND NUTRITION!) - our water stops are cup-less! Use your MIT Discount at any Fleet Feet Columbus store and snag an amphipod flexible cup, a handheld bottle, or hydration vest.
Hydration, Nutrition, and LIFE of a Runner
FIT FOR LIFE PHYSICAL THERAPY
This week is all about nutrition, hydration, and getting your prepped for race day. Please review and practice what Rebecca has written…and please touch base with her at Fit For Life Physical Therapy if you have any questions.
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Dr Bechtel has another key Train Your Brain article on “When life gets in the way of our goals.”
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Our Sports Dietitian, Rebecca Youngs, provides updates on hydration, iron intake, long run (or walk) prep, and gels for fueling on race day.
Fit For Life Physical Therapy are proud to be the Official MIT and Fleet Feet Columbus Medicine Partners. We care for people of all activity levels — to help prevent, recover from, or rehabilitate athletic injuries.
Michael Sean Huffman MS, ATC, PT
Fit For Life Physical Therapy
MIT Medical Resources Coach
STRENGTH TRAINING FOR RUNNERS & WALKERS
SMALL GROUP STRENGTH TRAINING WITH AMY HARRISON @ OhioHealth
Join us and get STRONG! These small group strength training classes include dynamic stretching, mobility exercises, full body strength and core stability to improve your running or walking performance and help prevent injuries. The class is designed by Amy Harrison, AT, CSCS, FMS-Level 2 and OhioHealth Runner's Clinic Lead Clinician.
Classes are held on MONDAYS, THURSDAYS, and SUNDAYS.
Payment for individual session ($15) or 10-session pass ($120) can be made at your first session. MIT members will recieve a 50% discount. We accept credit, debit, HSA, or check. Cash payments are not accepted.
*Classes may be changed or cancelled due to low attendance or weather. If class is cancelled, you will be notified via email or text.
Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!