TRAIN.
RACE.
EXPLORE.
March 3, 2026
Hi MIT,
We hope you are looking forward to a taste of warmer weather this week (we are just going to pretend that those couple inches of snow didn't happen yesterday!). It's perfect for getting outside and logging those miles on your build week.
Everyone, you’re in the home stretch of this build! One more big push this week, culminating in a 9- and 18-miler on Saturday. Stay strong, stay focused, and trust the work you’ve put in. After this week, you’ve earned some recovery, so be sure to prioritize rest, fuel up, and let your body absorb all that hard work next week.
We have a few great articles that zero in on the ladies of MIT. In the wake of Eating Disorder Awareness Week, please take some time to review Rebecca's article on RED (Relative Energy Deficiency). As someone in recovery who has struggled with an eating disorder, body dysmorphia, and exercise addiction throughout my running career, I am keenly aware of endurance training's hidden risks to our physical and mental health. If you or someone around you is struggling with disordered eating or exercise behaviors, I will always be a safe place to turn to for support and resources. You deserve to be well-fueled & well-balanced in this journey. <3
And finally—mark your calendars for RUN COLUMBUS RUN on Saturday, April 11th at Crooked Can Brewing! This FREE annual community long run is always a blast. Both groups will run 12 miles, and we’ll celebrate together afterward. More details to come!
Keep running & walking strong, MIT! 💪🏃♂️🏃♀️
See you out there,
Coach H
Workout Hub
This Week's Workouts at a Glance
WEDNESDAY GRIT WORK: Track 1000s (NEW START LOCATION!)
WHEN
Wednesday, March 4th @ 6:30pm
NEW LOCATION
Mt. Frontrunner (Worthington Industries Parking Lot)
100 W Old Wilson Bridge Rd
Columbus, OH 43085
WARM UP
THIS WARMUP IS NEW! Review the link: MT. FRONTRUNNER TO WORTHINGWAY TRACK
WORKOUT: 1000m repeats at Threshold Pace
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HALF MARATHONERS:
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4 x 1000m @ Threshold
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2 minutes rest
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2 x 400m HARD w/ 60 sec rest
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FULL MARATHONERS:
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6 x 1000m @ Threshold
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2 mins rest
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2 x 400m HARD w/ 60 sec rest
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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 7th @ 8:00am
LOCATION
Whetstone High School
4405 Scenic Drive
Columbus, OH 43214
PARKING:
Watch out for runners and walkers!
WORKOUT DETAILS:
Long Run Route - NOTE - We will head South First. Take Pics at the Shoe!
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HALF MARATHONERS:
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9 miles
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FULL MARATHONERS:
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18 miles
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Be sure to bring your own hydration cup or bottle - 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.
This One's for the Girls
FIT FOR LIFE PHYSICAL THERAPY
At the halfway point in our Winter-Spring training session, you are getting better and better as walkers and runners.
Guess what? These authors are getting better and better every week too!
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Dr Bechtel has another key Train Your Brain article on the mid-season mental health tune-up.
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Chelsea Hall, PT crosses the finish line with a great update on Optimizing Training for Females.
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And, our own Sports Dietitian, Rebecca Youngs, provides a wonderful overview on Relative Energy Deficiency in Sports. (A great article in the wake of National Eating Disorder Awareness Week!).
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!