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Zone 2 running is having a moment. Every running influencer and longevity expert loves running in Zone 2. But why is it so valuable? And when is it NOT a good idea?
You can see the threshold for Zone …
…Zone 2 running is having a moment. Every running influencer and longevity expert loves running in Zone 2. But why is it so valuable? And when is it NOT a good idea?
You can see the threshold for Zone …
…While endurance may not be the sexiest word when it comes to better running, it is certainly the most essential. Endurance can be built in a variety of ways depending on your training history and injury risk – learn …
…Has endurance running captured your imagination? This article will teach how to build your aerobic fitness (endurance) so you can run faster!
When I first started running more than 22 years ago, I had a singular goal: to become …
…A running streak can be a useful, fun, and challenging way to meet more of your running goals. But is a run streak for every runner?
In this article, I want to go into depth on running streaks and …
…Throughout history, humans have doubted their own abilities. For some reason, we love self-imposed limitations…
Everest: the top of the world
In the 1940’s, running a mile under four minutes was considered by many scientists to be impossible.
Today, …
…Fartlek training is a versatile, powerful, and silly-sounding way to run fast workouts. And fartleks can be done by anybody – virtually anywhere.
An accurate depiction of fartlek training
In high school, I thought I was a “tough” runner. …
…Base training (also called the introductory or foundational training period) is the first phase of a training cycle. It’s what prepares runners for the more challenging, race-specific workouts that come later.
The marathon holds a special place in many runners minds: it’s the ultimate test of endurance, grit, and mental toughness.
Every day, I get questions from my readers about the marathon:
How should 30 miles per week be broken down into daily runs? What if you’re running 100 miles per week?!
Running is often considered a boring sport. But that’s only because non-runners don’t know how to have any fun!
Running can be enormously exciting – if you challenge yourself.
There are so many opportunities to spice up your training:…
…Want to run faster with fewer injuries?
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