Train Smarter | Run Faster | Stay Healthy
Train Smarter | Run Faster | Stay Healthy
What if the thing that helps you run faster now also protects you from becoming fragile later? In this masterclass series, I break down VO2 max in the most practical way possible: what it is, why runners should care, how […]
You’ve put in the work. Your aerobic base is solid, you’re crushing hill sprints, and that race distance is starting to feel within reach. Then it hits: a nagging, weird ache on the outside of your knee that sometimes creeps […]
Recently, I thought I had the 5K figured out: mostly aerobic, a dash of speed, nothing fancy. But after a conversation with coach Mike Trees—ex-pro runner, triathlete, and a guy who’s coached thousands—I realized I was leaving a huge part […]
If your running sucks, it might be because you’re weak AF… just kidding, not really. Look, we all want to be better runners. To run faster for longer and feel like we’re cruising while everyone is huddled over a trash […]
What if the best way to PR was to start slower, not faster? You don’t win your half marathon in the first 5K—you survive it. In this episode, I coached Brandon through his real race plan to run a smart, […]
A few months ago, I finished a run with a friend in Sydney, Nicole Burnham. She’s one of those Abbott World Marathon Majors collectors (six done, seventh loading). The kind who trains smart but low-key still looks like she’s got […]
You ever see a photo of yourself running and think, “Damn, why do I look like a baby giraffe learning how to walk?” I used to think running form didn’t matter. If you were fast, you were fast—end of story. […]
In this episode, I’ll break down 17 race-day tools, tactics, and hacks. In the end, you will be equipped with everything you need to run your best race time possibly, and I’ll even help you do this by giving you […]
Keep Moving: What the Long Run Teaches Us About Pretty Much Everything Running isn’t exactly red-carpet glamorous. It’s getting up before dawn, slogging through rain when normal people are still snoozing, and dealing with legs that feel like bricks. You […]
What does it take to transform from a gym bro to a sub-3-hour marathoner? The Five-Second Rule Five seconds. That’s all it takes. Not to pick up food off the floor (though, sure, do that too), but to transform yourself […]
Running in Circles: Five Questions That Shape Every Runner Running isn’t complicated. It’s one foot in front of the other. Repeat. But the questions? Those are endless. They sneak into your head somewhere between the first mile and the last. […]
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE 6-WEEK PLAN, QUICK START GUIDE AND CHECKLIST TO RUN YOUR FASTEST 5K Want to run a faster 5k? Whether you’ve just done your first or you’re a serious athlete looking to shave a few […]
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE BASE TRAINING AND HABITS 30-DAY GUIDE Listen below or watch above to the full episode or read the article summary to level up your run game. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How to […]
📈 Get your free 1% better 30-day guide to consistency Okay, so let’s talk consistency. It’s probably the least exciting word in running, but it’s the difference between, “I guess that was okay” and, “Wow, I didn’t know I had […]
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE 6-MONTH “INCREASE YOUR RUN CADENCE” TRAINING PLAN, QUICK START GUIDE AND CHECKLIST Imagine running faster and stronger but with less effort, and all from one small adjustment. What is it? Increasing your run cadence […]
There’s something kinda crazy about signing up for a marathon. But there’s something properly bananas about doing one under three hours and attempting that for 20 plus years. So, why did Casey Neistat (the YouTuber) and Lil Nas X (The […]
How Consistency Transforms Your Running Performance at Any Age If you’re trying to level up your marathon time—or just get better at running overall—here’s the facts: it’s not about crushing crazy workouts or following some weird diet. The secret? Boring […]
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE 30-DAY PLAN, QUICK START GUIDE AND CHECKLIST After coaching a few runners over the last few years, I’ve realized they usually ran their key runs at the wrong pace. If you’re a self-coached runner, […]
The following African proverb is cliche, but cliche for a reason “Want to fast – go alone Want to go far – go together” In this episode, you will be convinced whether training in a group or training solo is […]
Strength training like most things in life is super confusing and nuanced. Information is everywhere and with so many options and variations depending on each person. It’s no wonder why us runners tend to get overwhelmed. In this article, we […]
Note – The below assumes you can use power as a metric for running. Most smart watches from the last few years should have power as a metric. I use the Stryd power meter footpod for accuracy, but you don’t […]
Picture this – you’re a runner and you got hurt. You’re searching the internet for quick hacks and fixes so you can keep running but you just get more confused and don’t know who to trust. In this article, we’ll […]
Welcome to the one percent better runner. I’ve spent the last twelve years researching, experimenting on myself and talking to experts to get one percent better in my training, racing, and life. All to make it a bit easier for […]
In this episode, you will learn the top three tips that we think a person new and even experienced to the marathon should focus on that they usually don’t. I have a saying, the marathon isn’t twice as hard as […]
Carb cycling is a fancy term for alternating between high and low carb days. It’s like playing a game of “Guess Who?” with your diet, but instead of asking questions, you’re alternating between foods that are high in carbs and […]
I used to obsess over my own running form, constantly thinking, ‘Do I look like I know what I’m doing?’ But then I realized, running isn’t a beauty contest. It’s about efficiency—what works for your body, not someone else’s. In […]
If you want to learn how to find a pre-race drink that will turbo-boost your race performance, you should listen to this episode. The endurance sport season is about to get into full gear in both the northern and southern […]