Stagnation?

An athlete reached out stating that they feel as though they have been holding station a bit and were wondering where the gains had gone.
Hopefully my response is of interest or use to a wider audience.

3 Months to go!

What should your biggest run be, and when? Your long run is your longest run. You know when it is time to make it longer when you finish still feeling fresh. It shouldn’t be some orchestrated number or objective. The target needs to be reflective of your body and how Read more

Running Stronger

Ultra-distance trail running is an endurance sport that requires athletes to cover long distances on varied terrain, often including steep climbs, technical descents, and challenging terrain. Preparing for such a grueling event requires not only cardiovascular fitness but also strength and muscular endurance. Strength training has been shown to be Read more

Marathon Mythbusters

‘I should increase my training by 10% per week’ You should increase your training volume only when you are able to absorb more stress. Your body doesn’t count 7 days, more likely the increase in loading will represent a gradually increasing wave over time. Some weeks with more, some weeks Read more