Train Smarter | Run Faster | Stay Healthy
Train Smarter | Run Faster | Stay Healthy
*Disclaimer*: This is all for general information and entertainment purposes only. I am not your doctor, nutritionist, dietician, physical/physio therapist, psychologist, personal AI, or any other medical professional. If you want to go further with this information, you should consult […]
A Simple Way to Track Your Aerobic Gains (and Catch Issues Before They Sneak Up on You) Using a heart rate monitor isn’t just about checking numbers to see if you’re “in the zone” or hitting some vague target. It’s […]
I’ll be honest, I went into my first track race in 20 years with a little too much confidence. Fitness? I had that. I’ve been doing the miles, the zone two work, the hard workouts. I thought I was ready. […]
You ran 9-minute miles yesterday and felt great. Today you’re running the exact same pace and dying. Same 9-minute miles. Completely different effort. Your watch shows the answer: your heart rate is 15 beats higher today. But you ignored it […]
Here’s something that makes no sense: the slower you train, the faster you race. Sounds like complete BS, right? I thought so too. For my first 15 years of running, I pushed every single run, constantly trying to beat yesterday’s […]
I Tried Low HR Zone 2 Training for 13 years – This happened Most runners quit Zone 2 training right before the magic happens. Week 7 is when it all clicks, but only if you avoid these key beginner mistakes […]
I spent six months religiously training in zone two, convinced I’d found the marathon cheat code. Heart rate capped at 161 BPM, endless slow miles, building what everyone calls “the aerobic engine.” Then I lined up in Ballarat, Australia ready […]
Ever tried that Maffetone 180-age formula to calculate your max aerobic training heart rate, only to think, “Uh, this feels a little too… slow?” If so, you’re not alone—especially if you’re an older runner. Let’s talk about a tweak that […]
Explaining the Aerobic, Anaerobic and ATP systems Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned athlete, understanding how your body fuels your runs is key to optimizing your performance. In this blog post, we’re going to break down the different […]