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Lactate threshold plays a vital role in optimizing running performance, representing the exercise intensity at which blood lactate begins to accumulate. By delving into the significance of lactate threshold and adopting effective strategies to improve it, runners can train their bodies to endure high-intensity workouts with reduced fatigue. This article explores practical methods to elevate your lactate threshold, ultimately leading to enhanced endurance and speed.

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.

The well-known athlete from Botswana, Nijel Amos, recently opened out about his financial difficulties during an ongoing doping investigation that started with a positive drug test in June of last year. Astonishingly, the associated legal fees and travel costs have reached $67,000.

Sometime soon – very soon, most probably – Tamsyn Manou will no longer boast a performance in the top-10 all-time at 800 metres.

5 years ago Zach Facioni was a top junior based out of Sydney when he made the pivotal decision to commit to Wake Forest and move to the United States.  Since then, it has been one hell of a ride...

Australia’s first medallist at the world championships in Budapest this year will also be our 40th world championships medallist.

The Sydney Marathon has today announced two new Australian Championship events, open to athletes across Australia.  The inaugural Australian Age Group Marathon Championships and the Australian Clubs Marathon Championships will be added to the traditional Australian Open Marathon Championships at this year's Sydney Marathon on Sunday, 17 September 2023.

ASICS are well on their way in achieving net-zero emissions by 2050

Botswana's Nijel Amos, who shares the distinction of being the joint-third-fastest 800m runner in history, has been banned for three years due to doping. Last June, Amos tested positive for GW1516, an experimental drug that modifies the body's metabolism but is too dangerous for human use.

We are excited to share with you a fun chat we had with Reece Edwards.  Many of you will know Reece as a marathon runner. With a 2:13 PB to his name, at his best he sits comfortably within...