Core Running Articles

If you were only able to do one type of exercise, trail running would give you the biggest bang for the buck. I realize that’s a bold statement and I fully admit to my bias. Yes I love trail running but I’ll try to be object in presenting my case why I think trail running

Running economy is often presented, along with VO2 Max and lactate threshold, as a good predictor of running performance. While VO2 max is a good indicator of your running potential it is not the best indicator of running performance for runners of similar classification. Leaving aside issues with VO2 Max and lactate threshold, in this

I recorded to show you how to pre-hydrate and sodium load to train in the heat. This strategy is based on studies showing that runners who used this protocol had decreased heat stress and improved performance in hot conditions. Give it a go! This is only one of many strategies and techniques I teach you in my

For a non-contact sport, distance running has a pretty high incidence of injury. A recent review paper listed the rate of injury anywhere from 19.4% to 79.3%! While there is debate as to the causes of running injuries, training error is one of the most frequently cited issues. Even diligently sticking to a training program may

Now that I’ve described my personal struggles with cramping and discussed what causes running cramps I’d like to finish off the series with some recommendations on how to prevent running cramps. I’ll use myself as a case study and example. My cramping issues usually show up in long runs over 4 hours and usually on terrain

Running cramps are all too common and runners are bombarded with different theories as to what causes cramping and what to do about it. If you’re a “screw the science” type person and don’t care what causes running cramps, go directly to Part III of this series and learn how to avoid them. But if you’re a