It is crucial to acknowledge that endurance training does not rely on secret formulas or miraculous workouts. Instead, it revolves around subjecting the cardiovascular system, metabolism, and muscles to stress, triggering adaptive responses. While training methodologies may evolve, the core principles remain unaltered.
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The Training of Jim Ryun - ‘Quality & Quantity’
The first American high school athlete to run a Sub-4 mile, multiple world record holder, Olympic 1500m medallist. Jim Ryun to this day is an American superstar, rivalled by very few before and since.
He was also known...
Physical exercise and daily activity are crucial for a long and healthy life. While it's easy to move about, exercise and be active in our younger years, even relatively easy tasks become more difficult with age. This can lead to a much lower quality of life – which compounds...
Matt Fitzgerald is an acclaimed endurance sports coach, nutritionist, and author. His many books include The Endurance Diet, 80/20 Running, How Bad Do You Want It? , and most recently 80/20 Triathlon.
One hundred years ago, Scandinavian athletes dominated elite distance running. They trained rather differently from today’s elite runners. Hannes Kolehmainen is a good...
Good runners make good athletes. That’s what we discussed in our December 2016 post ‘Why Are so Many Good Runners Good at Other Sports?’ Movement variation and energy systems training help explain that connection, with the latter, in particular, a crucial component in the runner-to-athlete spectrum. That being said, we...
For dedicated runners, food serves as more than mere sustenance; it becomes the cornerstone of their training regimen, providing the necessary fuel for optimal performance. The questions of what to eat and when to eat it, before, during, and after runs, are paramount. Furthermore, understanding the importance of hydration is equally critical. As you embark on the journey of training for a long-distance race, such as a 10K or beyond, a few fundamental dietary adjustments become imperative. Here, we unveil three fundamental dietary guidelines to steer your nutritional habits in the right direction.
If you're thinking about running your first half marathon, the prospect can be intimidating. But with the right preparation, you can conquer those 21 kilometers and cross the finish line feeling like a champion. Here are some tips to help get you started:
Runners Tribe: 4 key workouts - Josh Harris
Event: Marathon - PB 2:17:08 Otsu (JPN) 05.03.2017
When building up to a Marathon I like to complete a significant amount of time at around Marathon pace, as I've struggled when I've primarily stuck to doing short, higher quality workouts. I include short, quality...
The Man vs Horse Marathon was started in Llanwrtyd Well, Wales in 1980 to settle a debate which is faster over long distance. Hundreds of runners go up against more than 50 horses and riders. In almost 40 years of racing, humans have only won the race twice; once...
Two and a half decades ago, a defining study in 1997 involving 236 age-group swimmers introduced us to the concept of athlete burnout. It unveiled a mental health disorder characterized by emotional and physical exhaustion, dwindling achievements, and a fading passion for the sport. These symptoms align remarkably well with the definition of occupational burnout. These dimensions can affect athletes to varying degrees.
