Happy Saturday! Here's what I have for you today:
💭 How you can use visualization to train your mind to elevate your performance.
🧠 A new study proposes that exhaustion is a predictive brain signal, not a sign your muscles are failing.
📲"It’s difficult to imagine that Ruth and her disgraced agent, Federico Rosa, discovered banned substances only after her major global wins," said the top American runner Emma Bates, in an emotional Instagram post.
⛰️ Don't let gradients ruin your run... learn how to conquer those uphills by mastering form, strength, and efficiency!
💨 Fartleks are more than just a funny word! They are a fun and effective speedwork session to spice up your running regime.
🏃♂️ How Ruth Chepngetich's suspension exposes a broken system and what a 10K in Maine can teach the biggest races in the world about ethics and accountability.
💪 WATCH: Avoid These Race Selection Mistakes Runners Always Regret
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The mental side of training is often overlooked, and in this guide, coach Cathal Logue shares how visualization can be an extremely effective mental strategy to improve your performance.
If you’ve ever hit the wall in a marathon, you know how real fatigue feels, legs like cement, motivation gone, mind screaming to stop.
But a new study published this month in Sports Medicine argues that what you’re feeling in those moments might not be the result of your muscles giving out.
It might be a signal from your brain that continuing could tip your body out of balance.
In 2021, Bates ran the race of her life at the Chicago Marathon, placing second behind Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich in a breakthrough performance.
At the time, Chepngetich was one of the fastest marathoners in the world, known for her aggressive racing style and staggering splits. The win in Chicago was her second World Marathon Major title, and she would go on to set the marathon world record in the same city three years later.
As a running coach, one of my go-to tools for helping runners build strength, speed, and confidence is uphill running. Whether you’re training for your first 5K or gearing up for an ultramarathon, mastering hills can make a big difference in your performance.
Fartlek runs are the perfect alternative to high-intensity running workouts and have some of the very same benefits as other speed work sessions, such as classic track work like 400s, 800sm mile repeats, or threshold runs.
However, Fartleks are less formalized and more approachable for beginners or those who are new to following a structured training plan.
These “speedplay” workouts can be a great way to add some spice to your training plan and help you get faster.
The shocking suspension of Ruth Chepngetich, the 2:09:56 Chicago Marathon winner, on a doping charge has raised many important questions. What’s coming next? Who’s got the cash? What about her world record? What procedural, ethical, and financial changes should big races make? While the answers won't come quick, another U.S. prize money race has now revealed the whole story behind its recent dealings with a similar situation. The story is instructive.
Struggling to pick your next race? Whether you’re planning a fall marathon, chasing a half PR, lining up your first ultra, or just figuring out how to balance life and race goals, this episode has you covered. In this candid and practical conversation, hosts Michael Doyle, Alex Cyr, and Katelyn Tocci share their own race planning philosophies, mistakes, lessons learned, and strategic tips for choosing races that align with your goals, without wrecking your body, budget, or schedule.
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, Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #564! 🎉 Happy Monday! Here's what I have for you today: 🏋️♀️ Including strength training in your weekly routine is important for being a well-rounded runner. Here's your complete guide. ⛰️ Ultra-Trail Shudao and HOKA Pacific Trails California added to UTMB World Series, and will serve as qualifiers for the UTMB Finals in Chamonix. 💭 Build better systems, not just goals:...
Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #563! Whether you're working on hip mobility or core strength, trying to calculate your VO₂ max, or squeezing in a lightning-fast workout, today’s newsletter has the tools to keep you strong, smart, and motivated. Plus, don’t miss our latest podcast on how to build your race calendar like a pro. Here’s what we’re covering today: 🧘 Tight hips? How to stretch hip flexors...
Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #561! In today's edition, we’re diving into all the things that keep your training smart, fun, and just a little unexpected—in the best way. From building your perfect race calendar to fueling like a pro (and figuring out why your legs feel like concrete), we’ve got your bases covered. Let’s get into it 👇 🎙️ New Podcast: How we pick our races (and how you should too):...
