, Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #459! 🎉 Happy Wednesday! Here's what I have for you today: 🤔 Hot take: novelist Haruki Murakami crushes ultra tough-guy David Goggins at running—by employing an approach called "ergodicity." We explain below.👇 🥩 Protein is something you hear a lot in the realm of body building and strength training, but did you know it's also a crucial part of nutrition for runners? 👀 A new...
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Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #458! Peak weeks and racing season are officially here. Whether you’re gearing up for a goal race or adjusting after a few setbacks, we’ve got you covered. Today, we’re discussing all things race prep—from smart carb loading and missed training time to knowing when it’s time to retire your shoes. And in running news, a powerful new app making running safer for everyone...
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, Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #457! 🎉 Happy Monday! Here's what I have for you today: 🌲 For John Kelly, a two-time Barkley Marathons finisher and the 2017 outright winner, this year was different. Here's what he had to say after finishing a "Fun Run" 🏃♂️ What your heart rate isn’t telling you: Heart rate variability (HRV) is the next-level metric runners are using to fine-tune training, recovery, and...
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Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #456! Whether you’re in race week mode, pushing through peak training, or just inspired by the madness of the Barkley Marathons, we’ve got something for you. We’re breaking down last-minute marathon tips, how to tell if you’re overdoing it, and—if crewing an ultra is on your bucket list—how to be the best crew member possible. 🔥 Six last-minute marathon tips to prepare...
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, Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #455! 🎉 Happy Saturday! Here's what I have for you today: 👟 Hoka just dropped its latest racing shoe, the Cielo X12.0. But can it compete with the big dawgs of Nike and Adidas? 🪧 Want to own a piece of ultramarathon history? The iconic gate sign from the Barkley Marathons is going up for auction. ⏱️ With stricter qualifying times and growing competition, runners need more...
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Here’s your free but abridged version of this week’s “Run Long, Run Healthy” newsletter. Subscribe below to receive the complete, full-text edition with the newest and most authoritative scientific articles on training, nutrition, shoes, injury prevention, and motivation. Subscribe to Run Long, Run Healthy Premium for as little as $3/month Polarized Training: Is It the Best Way to Boost Endurance Performance? You've probably heard about polarized training—it’s a training method emphasizing...
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Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #454! If you’re deep in training and feeling a little burned out, you’re not alone. Personally speaking, my legs are on fire, and my motivation has been all over the place, as I ramp up for Boston. But here’s the good news—I have the best ways to help you push through the challenging moments and stay on track. Plus, we have our latest podcast with live updates from the...
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, Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #453! 🎉 Happy Wednesday! The 2025 Barkley Marathons have started, so we've got a packed newsletter for you today!Here's what I have for you today: 📣 The 2025 Barkley Marathons are underway, and only 20 runners have ever even finished—Will we see more added to Barkley’s elite list this year? 🚨 Don't miss a second of the action by following our Barkley Marathons live updates!...
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Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #452! I'm training for the Boston Marathon, and I can tell you it's no joke! And if you’re deep in the grind like me, I’ve got some long-run recovery tips to help you bounce back stronger for the next big effort. Not running Boston, but hungry for some hills? No worries—I’ve got a key set of workouts to sharpen your strength. Plus, plenty’s been happening in the running...
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