Train Smarter | Run Faster | Stay Healthy
Train Smarter | Run Faster | Stay Healthy
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 proved every fitness guru wrong—and gained 8 pounds (4kg) of muscle while training and running almost every single day. Four months. Built muscle. Lost 17 pounds (8kg) of fat. No bulk. No cut. Just innovative, boring, consistent training. Here’s […]
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 […]
The perfect framework to scale anything Hey, so here are the only three things you need to do if you want to be a better runner, run farther or run faster. That’s it—more, better, new. Let’s dive into it further. […]
How do you feel after this sentence; Running isn’t a real sport because real sports require skill. Is running really just a challenging competition with yourself? Does an activity like bowling take more skill than running? Does that make it […]
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 […]
Which one is best for you? Are you short and sweet type of person or do you like to go until you drop? Who’s wrong? Who’s right? What do you do? Does it even matter? Let us know and comment […]
The best run advice (no cap) to elevate your life, twice a month 🏃🏽♂️Skim time (5k pace): 1 min 24 sec 🚶🏽♀️Read time (long run pace): 4 min 59 sec 👋🏽 Hello! New faces, new energy! And to the familiar […]
What are the best running gels and what are our opinions on gels in general Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, one thing is for sure: you’re going to need some fuel. And that’s where running gels […]
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 […]
7 science and evidence-based supplements to help you crush your recovery Work + Rest + Recovery = Training, not work + work + work. This means that when you go hard or long on a run, you need to properly […]
Would you rather run with music or no music on race day? It’s race morning. You put on your race shoes, your clothes and your bib. Do you also grab tunes? We’ve chatted with runners of all levels and it’s […]
I spent the first few years of my distance running life chasing round numbers on my watch. 10k/6 mile whatever runs, 3 mile (5k) get a good heavy breathing going on my local neighbourhood root. And the whole time I […]
Smartwatches provide runners with data such as heart rate, GPS location, and VO2 max using AI technology. While useful for insights into running performance, these devices have limitations regarding accuracy, long-term fitness improvements, and individual variability. Ultimately, they serve as guides, and personalized coaching remains essential for truly optimized training and performance.
What to do when you get injured mentally, physically and emotionally
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 don’t do these things, you will definitely train and race better… you’re welcome! Ignoring Pain Let’s start with number one. Never ignore pain. If something hurts, stop. It’s a basic rule of life. Don’t try to be a […]
Part 1 Mike Trees, a former pro runner, decided to break a Guinness Book world record on his second Ironman triathlon attempt after focusing on speed his whole life. What an amazing feat! As a runner (new or old) you […]
10 years ago you couldn’t tell me I would be able to run for 2 hours without eating. Now I can do that every day. I fell in love with training while fasted… to the point where I started to […]
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 […]
If you want to learn how to use my endurance back story to help you train smarter, then you should listen to this episode of DLake Creates. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, Stitcher, and More. Download the […]
In our spare time, we naturally talk about fitness, wellness, finance and the self-improvement that we gain from all of those things. Those conversations sparked the framework for this episode and series. Hopefully you can learn a bit from our […]
Welcome to Season 3 of the Master of Some! We’re kicking this season off with an interview Daren had with Max Fennell, the first professional African-American triathlete. Being a triathlete himself, Daren was excited to talk to Max about all […]
We are live! Season 2 Episode 2 of the Master of Some. A podcast about health and fitness served up a metaphor for life. If this is your first time listening or you haven’t already please please hit the subscribe or […]
What, when and how to eat the right things the week of your race This episode we get into that beautifully messy beast – nutrition! Specifically race week nutrition – diving into what we do in the lead up to […]
So you’ve decided to take on an athletic challenge – you’ve entered that bike sportif, triathlon or adventure race – now you just need the gear! The question is, do you need to drop thousands of dollars on the latest […]
Only onto episode 2 and we are interviewing a legend of the sport of triathlon here in Australia! We get into it all, from his background, to what keeps him so passionate about the sport, his thought on competitors like […]
And we are live! In episode 1, (or unofficially, ‘episode 0’… because it sounds cool) we, (Daren Lake and Phil Cross) introduce ourselves, the concept of ‘Master of Some’ and we talk on a foundational meta-skill that lies at the […]
Race Recap March 2018 Triathlon season has ended so I’m going to recap my last race — It’s as simple as that. A few cool things have happened over the last 30 weeks of this like losing 7kgs (18 lbs) […]
Race Recap Jan 2018 What Tim Urban of Wait But Why says actually does ring true; “Joy = Reality — Expectation + Gratitude” (I added the gratitude bit). “Joy = Reality — Expectation + Gratitude” (I added the gratitude bit). […]
“Big or too many changes fail a lot of the time. Really small changes consistently produce big results.” Tim Ferriss This is Part 1 of “How/Why I’m attempting to run faster by 1% each year over the next 10 years” series. […]
Please note — this is a slightly detailed review of what happened on race day of my first Ironman Triathlon. I feel this is of value to other triathletes, people interested in triathlons, and myself as there are some important […]
The above statements sum up what’s been on my mind over the past 12 months or so while training for something that pushes me out of my comfort zone (#understatement). So… I’m here. Where is here you may ask? It’s […]