10K races are so popular because the distance challenges seasoned competitors, yet is attainable by newcomers. The event is also a natural next step for any runner who’s completed a few 5Ks. If you, too, have decided to sign up to run a 10K, then you’re going to need to put in a little road […]
HOW IMPORTANT IS IT FOR US TO FUEL ON THE RUN? Fuelling on the run becomes very important on runs which are longer than sixty minutes. After running for sixty to ninety minutes, you are running low on glycogen which is the limiting factor for any endurance exercise. When you run out of glycogen (our […]
It took me nearly a decade to convince myself to attempt the 10k. As a beginner, I understand how normal it is to have a series of questions, doubts and anxieties before the big run. The most common doubt that might most naturally erupt is whether you have the stamina to finish or what is […]
Going for a trail run can be exhilarating when you have beautiful backdrops, and now more of us are than ever before are venturing into fields, forests, moors and mountains in search of a wilder kind of running. With trail running, you get to experience the thrill of running through spectacular landscapes without the need […]
Whether you’re a beginner who wants to add muscle or an experienced triathlete looking for ways to take your performance to the next level, strength training in the gym is a necessary evil. But while many endurance athletes might be used to the stress of cardiovascular activities associated with swimming, cycling, and running, the gym […]
Training fatigue is a super common component of building mileage whether it’s for a marathon, half marathon or triathlon. We’re requesting that each week the body do just a bit more, which requires breaking the body down to build it up. The process of training is designed to tear us down. In the recovery periods […]
You’ve been training for months and race day has finally arrived. But something feels wrong in your shoes as you head into (lucky) mile 13… Something you could have easily avoided. And still can, if you have more races ahead. Sadly, for many marathon runners, injury is something that will happen leading up to or […]
As multisport athletes we try to accumulate as much swim, bike and run hours as possible. However, triathlon strength training can be a very effective way to build endurance as well. Not to mention that it also helps to build power and support the body during the gruelling training schedule. Not all athletes are fans […]
We all know plyometrics are good for increasing explosive power. But can “jump training” help endurance athletes as well? Plyometric exercises are typically used by sprinters and power athletes to develop their fast twitch muscle fibers and improve their speed and agility. The question is—can plyometric training improve the performance of athletes in triathlon or other endurance […]
We trail runners love the freedom, spontaneity, and beauty of the trail. Pushing our physical limits and developing mental fortitude are also part of most trail runners’ answers when people ask “Ummmm, running 50 kilometers, why?!” My high-school coach said that races were like Christmas or birthday presents. There is some nervous excitement, a lot […]