by coach Sandro Sket, CSCS
Strength training for runners is often regarded as optional. But it shouldn’t be. The evidence is overwhelming that
The runner’s high is a welcome side-effect of endurance training. A fleeting reward for prolonged activities in the
Aerobic threshold training is not high on the agenda of most endurance runners. We obsess about maximal aerobic
Running cadence is an important performance metric for distance runners. It affects your running economy and injury risk
Strength training for runners is often regarded as optional. But it shouldn’t be. The evidence is overwhelming that
The runner’s high is a welcome side-effect of endurance training. A fleeting reward for prolonged activities in the
Aerobic threshold training is not high on the agenda of most endurance runners. We obsess about maximal aerobic
Running cadence is an important performance metric for distance runners. It affects your running economy and injury risk
VO2max workouts are incredibly effective at producing fitness gains. Although VO2max alone is no stand-in for race performance,
Running strides on a regular basis can do wonders for your running performance. It might be your missing
Steady-state runs are high-end aerobic runs that are in proximity to your marathon pace. They are potent, time-efficient,
Base training can make or break a training program. Without a solid foundation of endurance and speed, even
How do you warm up before running? If you’re like most amateur runners, some easy running before getting
Hill training is a mainstay of the Kenyan and Ethiopian running regimen for good reason. Running hills develops
Running frequency is a crucial factor for improving performance. Do you run often enough to stand a fair
Plyometrics for running dramatically improve economy in distance runners. And yet, few amateur athletes take advantage of this
Fartlek training is valued by elite runners and beginners alike. It touches both speed and endurance – and
Long runs are one of the most potent workouts in your training toolbox. But contrary to popular belief,
Threshold training is a staple in every distance runner’s program from the 5K to the marathon. It holds
Easy runs are more than just a complement to your key workouts. They are potent workouts in their
“How to improve VO2max?” Not a week goes by without one of my athletes asking this question. For
Running stride length is the visible feature that separates front-pack runners from the slower ones. A seemingly effortless,
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