Five Secrets to Regaining Motivation to Run

Contributed by Stephanie Laska, a 2017 Ambassador for the Biofreeze Berkeley Half Marathon.   So, you’ve had a dry spell – haven’t we all? Oh, and we are talking about running here! Maybe it’s been a few months (or years – gasp!) since you’ve hit the pavement, but I’m here to assure you that all is not lost. Let me help ... More

Power Crunch Pumpkin Pie Bars for The Win!

Ready for a better way to provide your body and mind with the energy and nourishment it craves? As an athlete, you are always seeking a way to enhance your performance to achieve your lofty goals. But did you know that not all protein is created equal? Power Crunch’s high-dh hydrolyzed whey protein is quickly absorbed into your body (and ... More

5 Common Half Marathon Mistakes

Contributed by Kelli Hashimoto, a 2017 Ambassador for the Biofreeze Berkeley Half Marathon.  It's less than one month until the Biofreeze Berkeley Half Marathon and it is almost time to start thinking about race day. As you start thinking about race day preparation, here are five common half marathon mistakes and our best tips on how to ... More

Advice to Bounce Back from a Bad Race

Contributed by Briana Ottinger, a 2017 Ambassador for the Biofreeze Berkeley Half Marathon.  I’ve been a runner for over 6 years and in that time I have completed several 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and triathlons. I’ve had races go well, finishing with shiny PRs and races not go so well, even ending up in the ER after a race back ... More

Charity Spotlight: Makerspace at Longfellow Middle School

Donate to the Berkeley Public Schools Fund, the official charity partner of the Biofreeze Berkeley Half Marathon. The Berkeley Public Schools Fund, the official charity of the Biofreeze Berkeley Half Marathon, is proud to have been an integral part to the opening of the new Makerspace at Longfellow Middle School through a Strategic ... More

Stay Hydrated with nuun

nuun returns once again as the official on-course electrolyte of the Biofreeze Berkeley Half Marathon You know the importance of staying hydrated. But hydrating during/after you long run may not be enough. For longer runs, you may need to pre-load (or top off) your electrolyte stores. This will increase the availability of fluids and ... More

How to Improve Your Mindset While Running

Contributed by Erin Garvey, a 2017 Ambassador for the Biofreeze Berkeley Half Marathon.  While there are tons of people who love running, there are probably many more who absolutely despise it. When I hear non-runners talk about their disdain for the sport, more often than not, their reasons are based in two categories: 1) because they ... More

3 Ways Running Changed My Life

Contributed by Amelia Wood, a 2017 Ambassador for the Biofreeze Berkeley Half Marathon.  Throughout my seven years of running, many of my friends and family members have wondered what inspires me to continue to lace up my shoes. I should first mention that I was not athletic at all growing up. I despised gym class and would do ... More

Top 3 Places to Run in the East Bay

Contributed by John Lee, a 2017 Ambassador for the Biofreeze Berkeley Half Marathon.  One of the best things about training for a race is the opportunity to explore one’s local surroundings by foot. I usually drive to work or to Trader Joe’s the same way every time, via the shortest and simplest routes. Going for a training run with a ... More

4 Tips to Take the Plunge from a 10K to a Half Marathon

Contributed by Amelia Wood, a 2017 Ambassador for the Biofreeze Berkeley Half Marathon. Ready to take the distance plunge from 10K to half marathon but don’t know where to start? Have no fear! This runner’s dilemma can be easily solved using organizational tools you already have in your toolbox: research, planning, and of course, the ... More