The minimalist debate is all wrong these days. You have one side arguing that shoes are evil and Nike is out to profit from your ignorance. The other side is saying we need to protect our feet and correct biomechanical imbalances. Who do you listen to when you want to switch to minimalist running? I [...]
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After over eleven years of training and reading countless running books, I’ve implemented a strategy that is keeping me injury-free. I feel better now that I have in a very long time and what’s more, I actually feel more fit with less training volume. This tactic is from Brad Hudson who coaches elite athletes out [...]
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Once per week, I head to the gym for a quick lifting session. I believe gym workouts for runners are important, but I don’t think you need to do a lot. Most of the strength benefits can be realized in twenty minutes per week. I perform two sets of the same workout – I rarely [...]
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Splits Here’s all the data before we get into a quantitative analysis: Finish time: 2:44:38 Pace per mile: 6:17 Mile splits (first 8 miles are off): 2mile: 12:22 8mile: 48:11 Mile 9: 6:02 Mile 10: 5:50 (1:00:04 Mile 11: 6:10 Mile 12: 5:59 Mile 13: 6:02 Mile 14: 6:02 Mile 15: 6:14 (1:30:34) Mile 16: [...]
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I’m very proud of the last two weeks. These are two of my highest volume weeks since my ITB injury after the 2008 New York Marathon. I also increased my long run to 18 miles after six weeks of 17 milers. Progress! Consistency is king. That phrase alone is incredible advice for continuing to improve. [...]
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Chronic inflammation from a heavy training load can increase your risk of injuries if it is not taken care of soon. As my old coach used to say, “Don’t burn the candle at both ends.” He was saying that if you are pushing the limits on your physical performance, you can’t also push the limits [...]
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I'm Jason Fitzgerald, a 2:39 marathoner and running coach. I want to help you get faster.
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