in Base endurance training, Endurance training, Other, Training structure and planning
In recent years, the concept of polarised training has become increasingly popular. Andrew Hamilton explains what it is and why new evidence shows that taking a polarised approach to your training could be the key to a PB this season... MORE
in Base endurance training, Environmental training, Training structure and planning
Altitude training doesn’t have to be costly or complicated. As Rick Lovett explains, just a few days at relatively modest elevations can significantly boost your fitness and race performance… MORE
in Base endurance training, Training structure and planning
Andrew Hamilton looks at the relationship between the intensity of an endurance training session and the duration needed to provide an optimum training effect. MORE
in Base endurance training, Other, Training structure and planning
Andrew Hamilton explains the phenomenon of ‘cardiovascular drift’ during steady-state workouts. What is it, why is it undesirable and how can athletes overcome it to get a greater training response from their training sessions? MORE
in Base endurance training, Training structure and planning
Is a high-mileage routine a recipe for running success or injury disaster? John Shepherd looks at the evidence MORE
in Base endurance training, Endurance training, High intensity training, Other, Training structure and planning
Professor Andy Lane and Dan Robinson look at the key building blocks of an elite marathon runner’s build up. Do they tally with current scientific thinking, and which elements might be usefully adopted, adapted or avoided? MORE
in Base endurance training, Strength, conditioning and flexibility
Andrew Hamilton explains why ultra-distance runners seeking maximum performance can benefit from strength training MORE
in Base endurance training, Endurance training
Will the 2-hour barrier for the marathon ever be broken? Andrew Hamilton looks at the evidence and asks what non-elite runners can learn from the answers. MORE
in Base endurance training, Endurance training, Training structure and planning
Why are the East Africans so successful at distance running? John Shepherd looks at the way they train and asks what ordinary runners can learn from the masters! MORE
in Base endurance training, Training structure and planning
Andrew Hamilton explains why muscle efficiency matters - particularly when it comes to your running performance - and what this means for biathletes and triathletes. MORE
The latest triathlon research and best practice findings, covering improving technique, strength and conditioning, and endurance nutrition
The latest findings from running science with practical advice showing you how you can run further and faster whilst staying in peak health
