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When to use double run days
There may come a time that you need to run twice in one day in order to reach your goals. They’re suited mostly to marathon and ultramarathon training, so this article will discuss the method looking through that lens. Here’s…
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Should you base runs on distance or time?
If you’ve read a few of my blogs before, you’ll know that I’m a firm believer in individuality within the boundaries of what we know scientifically. To be honest from the start, there’s not really a right answer or any…
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What should I do if I can’t run for more than a few minutes?
Getting started with running is hard, whether you’re heading out for the first time or returning from a period of not running. Chances are you might struggle to run for more than a few minutes at a time, and that’s…
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How to run uphill
Although most of your time racing and training will likely be on fairly flat terrain, a good hill running technique can set you apart from your competition, whether that’s another person or your own past self. Uphill Arms “Arms…
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The 80:20 rule for endurance running
There are virtually no hard and fast rules for training endurance, whether for running, cycling, swimming or any other endurance sport. Why is it then that the 80:20 ratio is so commonly seen, and does it really hold true? …
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Does running get easier?
Does running get easier? Your first few runs are always hard. Whether you’re new to running or returning after a period away from the sport, it’s a challenge to get going. Does it become easier over time? Endurance…
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How many miles per week should I run for a marathon?
When putting together a running plan for yourself it can be hard to know how many miles to run. Whilst there are too many variables to give you direct answer, I’ll give you some tips here to make the decision…
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What should a typical week of marathon training look like?
There a numerous methods of training for a marathon when it comes to the runs you do, but here are the main features that will get you to the finish line of your marathon in style. Long run. No…
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Are all interval running sessions the same?
When we look at a training plan, especially one for 5k or 10k, you’ll certainly see interval sessions, but are they all basically the same? The formats of intervals. Interval sessions can be incredibly varied, not only in their…