Articles of Interest
While many are just getting into training for fall races, I urge you to begin looking ahead to next year, and the next several years! What are your dream goals? How can you best lay a foundation now to help you reach them? Progress doesn't happen over a 20-week plan, it happens over years!
Is 'Manufactured Adversity' a Good Thing? – Is it good training practice to deliberately put your body through adverse conditions? In short – maybe, but probably not as much as you think.
The Great Cooling Revolution – Heat plays a detrimental role in your racing FAR sooner than you think; as low as 50ºF. 🤯 Focusing on cooling before you become uncomfortable could change your race!
Slow Down to Get Faster – To improve your fitness, you need to remember that more effort does not equal more benefits. In particular, truly easy running has some of the best bang for the buck, and can transform your running.
Other Articles – The science behind using pace to guide your training, the benefits of running in the heat, getting mentally stronger during injury, and more!