TRAINING

One of the biggest questions a runner must ask themselves is what weekly mileage to target in training.  And this is exactly the right question as mileage has a great…

A 1:45 half marathon is a highly sought after goal for many runners.  If you’re chasing after this goal, congratulations!  For many, this is a stepping stone to even bigger…

Most marathon runners have heard, at one point or another, the famous Yasso 800’s workout. It is presented usually as a predictor workout for a marathon. The workout itself is…

I’d been gunning to go for the sub-3 hour marathon again ever since my race the year prior where I finished 3:00:28.  After skipping the spring season with a knee…

It seems logical to use half marathon pace in training. But it’s the definition of a gray area physiologically. At MARATHON pace (or just a touch slower), you’re getting some…

Your make-up of muscle fibers will determine a large amount of your running success.  Two otherwise identical runners with different percentages of slow and fast twitch muscle fibers will have…

VO2 max is a popular term in the running world.  Even the term itself sounds fancy, technical, and something you definitely want in your running arsenal.  But a good running…

The 5k is one of the most popular distances in road racing.  Because of it’s popularity, there is no shortage of different training plans geared towards preparing for it.  A…

Every race has a go-to workout that training can be built around.  A workout that builds confidence in the athlete while also providing critical physiological adaptations needed for the goal…

Runners have a lot on their training plates.  A runner who is trying to improve their performance will consider several tools in their training toolbox.  Which tool is most important?…

Are you upset that you can’t translate an awesome half marathon time into an equally awesome marathon time?  You’re not alone. I’ve been there too. One of my first acts after…

Runners are no stranger to the feeling of fatigue.  But different kinds of fatigue require different solutions.  Learning what kind of fatigue you are having (and how to get out…

A growth mindset is a belief that your ability is something that can change.  You can develop it.  The opposite of a growth mindset is a fixed mindset, which views…

For such a simple sport, I’m always amazed at how people tend to complicate running. Sometimes they agonize over details that are seemingly insignificant. Over time, it can become overwhelming…

I’m obsessed with productivity. I like to make the most of each minute of the day. I’ve found, however, that when I examine my days closely, not everything fits together…

“The most important thing is how a guy prepares himself to do battle.” – Hank Aaron. Let’s talk about what happens right before the action – the warm-up!  For some,…

A scouting report is a valuable tool for any competitive team or athlete.  It’s a report of all of the opponents’ weaknesses and strengths – everything about their game in…

Here’s a race recap of my first BQ attempt from my point of view from start to finish. Pre-race  I got to the race only about 45 minutes before showtime…

So you want to run a marathon?  Awesome!  Now it’s time to start training.  What’s the best way?  How fast should you run?  When should I do each type of…