A common and extremely challenging running drill taken on by runners, basketball players, soccer players, football players, and athletes training for other sports is the suicides exercise or drill. Running suicides is likely a memory that nearly all of us have from our days participating in youth athletics (or perhaps one we tried to forget, … Read more
The majority of runners usually prefer to run outdoors in the fresh air, taking even an outdoor rainy or snowy run over the boredom and monotony of running indoors on a treadmill. For this reason, the running community has even created a tongue-in-cheek nickname for the treadmill—the “dreadmill”—to encapsulate the only-if-you-have-to attitude many runners harbor … Read more
So, you’ve heard some buzz about this “100 Up” exercise and want to know if it actually is the ultimate running drill. The 100 Up exercise was presented by Walter George in 1874. George was a 19th-century British runner who set a number of records for running the mile. His mile time of 4:12. This … Read more
Runners often hear about the importance of proper running form; we know that running with good form can reduce our risk of injury and improve our performance. However, the practical side of things is trickier: how do you improve your running form? Although there are a couple of effective methods, one of the best ways … Read more
When runners hear the term “carioca,” they most likely have flashbacks of the last time they were enjoying a pint or cocktail at the local pub and somehow found themselves with the gumption and peer pressure to attempt to belt out a favorite tune with a mic and lyrics in front of the whole bar. … Read more
Some days, we have all the time we need for a good warmup, a nice long run, and even some post-run stretches and core exercises. Other days, it’s a miracle if we can find just ten minutes to ourselves, whether to scarf down a quick bite, jump in the shower, or make a cup of … Read more
If you’ve ever watched a track team practicing, you’ve probably seen runners sprinting with an exaggerated form, driving their knees up to their chest as they vigorously pump their arms. This challenging exercise, called high knees, can improve your fitness and help you become a faster runner. High knees can also be surprisingly fun, as … Read more
Mile repeats are one of the most versatile and effective workouts for runners. Indeed, part of the magic of mile repeats is the fact that runners racing nearly any distance can benefit from this solid workout session. By manipulating the number of reps, intensity, recovery intervals, and the terrain, runners can use mile repeats to … Read more
Whilst for many, running in place is just a warm-up before heading out the door for a run, it can in fact be a valid workout in its own right. But is running in place the same as running normally? And is running in place effective? Also known as running on the spot, running in … Read more
Running isn’t just about running. To be a well-rounded athlete and truly excel as a runner, we need to include many other components into our training schedule, such as adequate rest, healthy nutrition, physical therapy; the list goes on and on. But our focus today is on our pre-run routine – many people don’t actually … Read more
If you think track running is just for student athletes or professional runners, or at least only for the fastest runners who take the sport very seriously, you would be overlooking a great option to add to your running routine. Regardless of your ability or experience, in fact, running on a track can be enjoyable … Read more
Yasso 800s are a classic speed workout that are widely used by distance runners. Yasso 800s have become a staple workout in many marathon training plans – and can be used to predict your marathon finishing time (we’ll get into how accurate they are later). Today, we’re going to discuss Yasso 800s in-depth, and see … Read more
Have your runs become routine and maybe a little boring? Do you find yourself settling into the same pace for every run and zoning out as you cover the miles? If so, maybe it’s time to add fartleks to your routine and consider experimenting with this type of run for a literal change of pace … Read more
Running drills are a great way to ramp up your speed and run with excellent form. If you’ve been following a training plan, but aren’t happy with the progress you’re making, running drills can improve that issue efficiently. We’ve selected the top running drills to help you run faster and improve your running technique. The … Read more
Tempo runs are one of those running workouts which every runner should really be doing; they’re a moderate-to-hard intensity training run, designed to make you a faster and stronger runner. They’re a staple of established endurance athletes across the globe. In this article, we’re going to get into: What are tempo runs, how to run … Read more
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