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After 20 years of running, this Louisville couple prepares for another miniMarathon

EDITOR’S NOTE _ This article was first published in April 2023 as Anne and John Laun trained for the GE Appliances Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon. It’s the story of how they keep healthy while training into their 70s. Interested in training with Norton Sports Health this year? Sign up here to join the Norton Sports…

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Norton Healthcare doctors, best friends, work marathon together each year

Patricia L. Isaacs, M.D., and Robin G. Curry, M.D., have been living out that saying for roughly a decade. Dr. Isaacs is a primary care physician with Norton Community Medical Associates, while Dr. Curry is an orthopedic sports medicine specialist with Norton Orthopedic Institute and Norton Sports Health. She also serves as the medical co-director…

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How to prepare for a long run

We have some great tips on how to prepare for a long run as race day for the GE Appliances Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon/Marathon approaches. Trust your training: You have been training for weeks or even months, so trust that this pivotal longest training run will feel great and come naturally. Expect the unexpected: Your…

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Make this your year to run a marathon

If this is your year to run the GE Appliances Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon/Marathon, read on! The keys to running a successful marathon or miniMarathon are planning and pacing. The Norton Sports Health training program builds on mileage throughout the weeks leading up to the race. You’ll have a planned schedule and learn pacing so you don’t…

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Track training helps runners build endurance, speed, pacing and stride

When was the last time you ran on a track? Maybe high school? Maybe never? Track running can be helpful if you are training for a half-marathon or marathon. It helps build endurance, speed, pacing and stride. Track work is part of the Norton Sports Health training program for the GE Appliances Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon…

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How to get back into running marathons or minis

If you are getting back into running after a hiatus during the pandemic, getting to the starting line after a long pause may seem challenging. Here are some ways to get back into the habit. It’s important to acknowledge that many of us have been unable to stay active during the COVID-19 pandemic for a…

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Taper training before race day

If you are running the Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon or Marathon, a few weeks before the race is the time to start thinking about tapering. Part of most training plans, tapering gives your body time to rest, refuel and recover so you can be race ready. During tapering, mileage is reduced and rest days increased….

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MiniMarathon runner reunites with doctors who helped save his life

David Foy was moments from completing his first Kentucky Derby Festival Humana miniMarathon in April. He could see the finish line getting closer. Spectators were cheering. His goal of completing his first “mini” was in sight. But David, a 42-year-old father of three from Prospect, Kentucky, never finished the 13.1-mile run. Instead, he almost died…

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We have your no-fail solution to your New Year’s resolution

Each year, lots of people make New Year’s resolutions to get healthier. If you are focused on getting healthier through fitness, consider completing a road race, such as a half-marathon. Norton Healthcare has a no-fail solution to this New Year’s resolution. Here’s how to get started: Pick a goal race. The GE Appliances Kentucky Derby Festival…

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Could you walk or run 3 miles in your shoes?

Have you ever walked into a store looking for a new pair of running shoes and felt confused by all the options? Do you choose the best looking? The cheapest? If you want the right shoe for your fitness needs, it is important to find a fit that is specific for your foot type. The…

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Why am I running the Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon?

Running a marathon has long been on my life list. It’s been one of those things that I have, for a long time, laughed-off as a “Yeah, right” kind of to-do item. Over the last couple years, and two children and a third on the way, I’ve put a strong focus on leading a healthier…

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Cross-train to be a better runner

You can improve your running performance by balancing runs with cross-training and rest days. Cross-training with low-impact activities is a great way to prevent injuries. A cross-training session should last between 30 and 90 minutes and should be done at a moderate level or pace. Below are a few examples of cross-training activities. We recommend…

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