From a running coach who has seen a lot of winter runs go sideways. If you’ve ever stepped outside on a cold morning, started running at what should  feel easy, glanced at your watch, and thought, “Why is my heart rate doing THAT?”  — welcome. You’re not broken. Winter just changes the rules. Cold weather doesn’t just make running uncomfortable. It places real demands on your cardiovascular system, and if you train by pace year-round, winter can feel confusing fast. This is w

For decades, the blueprint for endurance success—the intervals, the tapering strategies, and the fueling protocols—has been built on a foundation of data derived almost exclusively from men. If you are a female runner, cyclist, or triathlete, there is a high statistical probability that the training plan you are following was designed for a body that doesn't share your hormonal profile or physiological baseline.

Honestly after last year, I did not think it could get much worse. I missed like the first four months of running, and then finally got around to training in June, but I still pulled it all together for a great Fall racing season, and this year seemed like it was going to be the same except nothing came out of it. There was no good training block, and there were no good races. Actually, there were no races. I only had two small periods when I ran at all, and the first one end

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In the world of sports and athletics, performance hinges on numerous factors, from training techniques to nutrition. However, one element often overlooked is sleep. Sleep is not just a recovery tool—it's a performance enhancer.

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Stay active and motivated during the chilly months with these essential winter running tips!

So once the race is finished, the mentals are also drained. That leaves the body in a state of deficit in all the important areas.

Understanding Blood Lactate Testing, Lactate Threshold, and How Do Super Shoes Effect Results?

Understanding Blood Lactate Testing and Lactate Threshold

Last year I ran Pikes Peak Marathon a half marathon up a 14,000 foot peak in Colorado that gains over 7,000 feet, then a half marathon...

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