If you’re going to use data, make it good data.
Last night, I finally did a test I’ve been telling myself I’d do for a while. A 30-minute, lactate threshold heart rate test. Expectedly, it… Read More »If you’re going to use data, make it good data.
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More is not better. Better is better.
I went through a long period where I just wasn’t seeing any results from my training. I’d show up and put in the work, but… Read More »More is not better. Better is better.
Things Aren’t Always As They Seem
Things aren’t always as they seem. When it comes to training, a lot of things that seem like the right choice will often lead you down the… Read More »Things Aren’t Always As They Seem
What does it mean to run “easy?”
One of the most confusing topics in training is “effort.” It doesn’t matter whether I’m talking about running… Or strength… Or flexibility… Whenever we try… Read More »What does it mean to run “easy?”
Something We Forget About Professional Athletes
Daylight savings time just happened, which always affects me more than I think it should. I appreciate that it’s light when I get done at… Read More »Something We Forget About Professional Athletes
Does strength training leave you too sore to run?
Does strength training leave you too sore to run? You’re not alone. There are a lot of reasons why runners don’t enjoy strength training. Some… Read More »Does strength training leave you too sore to run?
“Slow” Isn’t a Dirty Word
The other day, someone at the gym asked if I ever led group runs for the people I coach. And my answer was “No, I’m… Read More »“Slow” Isn’t a Dirty Word
Is zone 2 as important as everybody says?
Warning – nerdy training things ahead… In the past couple weeks, I’ve had five or six different people ask me about zone 2 training. “How… Read More »Is zone 2 as important as everybody says?
“Primal, bro…”
I started writing a couple different posts this morning and just couldn’t find a groove. Ever have days like that? Where your brain just doesn’t… Read More »“Primal, bro…”
Another Reason You’re Not Seeing Progress
On Wednesday, I wrote a post about why we aren’t seeing progress. If you didn’t read it, no worries – this second point largely stands… Read More »Another Reason You’re Not Seeing Progress
One Reason You’re Not Seeing Progress
Most of us could make a lot more progress when it comes to training if we were willing to do a couple things. And no, I… Read More »One Reason You’re Not Seeing Progress
Struggling with motivation?
Motivation is tough. Know how I know? On Friday, I sent out an email asking for people’s #1 struggle and while I got a lot… Read More »Struggling with motivation?