Science and Training
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struggling with easy runs? Let’s look at why.
If you’ve started training for a half marathon or marathon and your plan says something like:…
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How a Smart Warm-Up Boosts Performance and Prevents Injuries
Why a Proper Warm-Up Matters As an athlete, coach, or fitness enthusiast, you’ve probably heard it…
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What’s the Best Way to Train for Running? Here’s What Really Works.
This is the question we’re all chasing, right? What’s the best way to train for running? Should you…
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Why Your Training Plan Might Be Holding You Back
(And How to Fix It) If you’ve ever Googled “marathon training plan” or grabbed the first…
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Heart Rate vs. Respiration Rate
Most people who workout track heart rate to guide their training. Fewer pay attention to their respiration rate— how…
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Can We Please Stop Arguing About Zone 2 vs. HIIT?
If you hang around the running world long enough, someone’s going to tell you you have to train…
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Lactic Acid vs. Lactate
Lactic Acid vs. Lactate: What’s Really Behind That Muscle Burn? Let’s talk about something that’s been…
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Why Summer Running is Good for Your Fall Race Goals
If you’re training for a fall race and struggling through the heat right now, let me…
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Tempo Runs vs Lactate Threshold Intervals: Key Differences Explained
If you’ve been training for a while, you’ve probably heard of tempo runs and lactate threshold intervals. Maybe you’ve…
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Building a Strong Aerobic Base
Why Easy Miles Matter More Than You Think Let’s be honest—when you first start training for…