Running in Tennessee summer heat isn't just hot—it's a system shock. Here's what I actually do differently in July to keep running without wrecking myself.

Springtime is notoriously volatile in East TN. With temperatures ranging from 30-75 degrees within the same week, runners here have to stay on their toes and be prepared for anything. Let’s learn how to adapt our training with the ever-changing weather.

Are you a runner? If so, do you strength train? If you don’t, you may want to think about adopting a new routine—come explore the benefits of adding some lifting into your next training block. You might be surprised by the results.