VO₂ max is the maximal volume of oxygen your body can use per minute, normalised to body weight (ml · kg⁻¹ · min⁻¹). It predicts ~70 % of performance variance in distances 1500 m to marathon (Midgley et al., Sports Med 2007). Elites sit in the 70–85 ml/kg/min range; recreational runners often 45–55; average adults ~35.
Physiology in Brief
VO₂ max is capped...
Overpronation — the inward ankle roll (>15 °) at foot‑strike — affects ≈ 30 % of recreational runners (Br J Sports Med 2019). Left unmanaged it raises medial‑knee and plantar‑fascia load. Stability shoes soften that with denser foams, medial posts and “guidance rails.” We lab‑ and road‑tested 27 stability models released Aug 2024–May 2025, verifying every spec...
Are you struggling to keep your fitness devices powered for every run? Optimizing home charging for running gear tech is essential to stay on track with your fitness goals.
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Megan Eckert ran 603.156 miles over six days on a 0.7-mile loop in Vallon-Pont-d’Arc, France, setting a new women’s six-day ultramarathon world record.
This was only her second time competing in a six-day event. The first came a year earlier in Milwaukee, where she logged just over 526 miles on...
Who this plan is for
Experienced runners logging ≥50 km/week with a current marathon <3:15 or half‑marathon <1:28. Volume ramps to ~110 km peak.
Training Philosophy
80/20 intensity split: ~80 % easy aerobic, 20 % quality (LT, VO₂, MP).
Periodisation: 3‑week load, 1‑week deload blocks.
Specificity: Marathon‑pace (MP) workouts begin Week 5 and expand.
12‑Week Plan (km...
Lately, the wide spread of online gaming has become a prominent choice in the entertainment preferences of many Australians. Whether it's the excitement of the spin or the hope of hitting a big win, slot games have become a staple in the iGaming scene. Let’s dive into the slots...
Online casinos have grown so much in popularity that they’re a source of entertainment for almost anyone. So much so, in fact, that casinos themselves aim their marketing material and games differently, so that all demographics are catered to.
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Multi-sport athletes often shift between different terrains and training demands. Balancing running with cycling can elevate endurance, speed, and strength. But the right gear plays a key role in training safely.
Athletes need more than just shoes and bikes. Equipment that enhances safety, improves performance, and adapts to the specific...
Thinking of ordering Botox online? You’re not alone. As cosmetic procedures become more accessible, many are looking for cost-effective ways to get treatments like Botox injections Canada clinics offer, but without compromising safety or authenticity.
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You’ve probably heard people talking about the benefits of using a sauna, or maybe you’ve seen one at your local gym and wondered why people use it. If so, the answer is fairly simple. Using a traditional sauna benefits your health when used correctly. That said, if you are...
