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Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #470!

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​Today we're getting into what it really means to build durability—the kind of strength that keeps you healthy, consistent, and improving season after season.

From boosting your lactate threshold to training smarter, not harder, we’ve got expert-backed insights and fresh takes to help you become a more resilient runner.

Here’s what we’re covering:

• 🧠 WATCH: The new science of 'Physiological resilience': How to train your 'endurance' muscle, with Brady Holmer: What durability really means in running—and how to build it from the inside out.
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• 🔑 Why consistency is the secret weapon of every successful runner: Forget perfect workouts—this is the real key to long-term gains.
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• ⏱️ How to increase lactate threshold: Run faster for longer with two workouts that target your tipping point.
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• 🫀 Runners are dying less: A deep dive into the data with Amby Burfoot—and why runners should feel more confident than ever.
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• 🎯 Empty stands, high stakes: Before the Grand Slam Track League can save the sport, it’s going to need to save itself: Track and field’s big gamble is underway, but can it capture hearts and headlines?
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• WATCH: The best supershoes in the world last just 50km: Get Alex’s take on the durability of the Adidas Adios Pro Evo.

Happy running! 🏃🏻‍♀️⭐

Katelyn Tocci
Managing Editor
Head Coach

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WATCH: Physiological Resilience: How To Train Your 'Endurance' Muscle, With Brady Holmer​

In our latest discussion, Brady walks us through the concept of physiological resilience, which is essentially your ‘endurance muscle’.

We discuss its importance, how to train it, and race-day tips for maximizing durability.

Related:

• ​Running Economy: How To Become A More Efficient Runner​​
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• ​What's A Good VO2 Max? Average VO2 Max Figures By Age And Sex

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🔑 Why CONSISTENCY Is The Secret Weapon Of Every Successful Runner​

📆 The fastest runners aren’t always the most talented—they’re the most consistent.

Learn why showing up day after day - as opposed to short spurts of inspiration - is the real secret to long-term success, and follow our tips for developing your consistency. 🏃‍♂️💪

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What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

⏱️ Increase Your Lactate Threshold With Our Top Training Methods​

🚀 Want to run faster without burning out?

Your lactate threshold is is speed or intensity at which lactate begins to build in your blood as opposed to get cleared out; in other words, it's an upper limit to your sustained performance potential.

Learn how to boost your lactate threshold with two smart, effective workouts that build endurance and speed. 🏃‍♀️📈

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What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

🫀Good News: Cardiac Deaths In Marathons Are Dropping. Here's Why.

🫀 New research shows marathons and half marathons are safer than ever.
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Cardiac-related deaths have dropped by nearly 50%—here’s why, and what runners need to know in this special feature by Amby Burfoot. 📉

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🎯 Empty Stands, High Stakes: Before The Grand Slam Track League Can Save The Sport, It’s Going To Need To Save Itself​

🎽 Big dreams, empty seats: The Grand Slam Track League launched with bold promises—but a quiet debut is raising real concerns.

Can it capture fans before it runs out of steam?🔥

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What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

📹 WATCH: The BEST SUPERSHOES In The World Last Just 50km​

QUICK SPRINTS

• ​Do Runners Live Longer? Up To 12 Years According To New Research​
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• ​Running Economy: How To Become A More Efficient Runner​​
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• ​What's A Good VO2 Max?​