Hardest Ruck March: Defining Difficulty, Top Events, and Training
While defining the 'hardest' ruck march is subjective, events like the U.S. Army Special Forces Q-Course rucks and GORUCK Selection are consistently r...
By Hart
Category: Endurance Training
Browsing all articles filed under the "Endurance Training" category.
Canova Training: Principles, Methodologies, and Benefits for Distance Runners
Canova training is a sophisticated, evidence-based distance running methodology developed by Renato Canova, emphasizing race-pace specificity and prog...
By Hart
Functional Threshold Power (FTP): How to Perform a 20-Minute Test, Calculate Results, and Set Training Zones
To perform a 20-minute Functional Threshold Power (FTP) test, execute a structured warm-up, two short maximal efforts, and a sustained 20-minute maxim...
By Hart
Threshold Pace: Understanding, Determining, and Training for Endurance
Threshold pace is the fastest sustainable intensity an athlete can maintain for 40-60 minutes, representing the maximal lactate steady state where lac...
By Hart
The Long Run: Definition, Benefits, Examples, and Training Principles
A long run is a cornerstone of endurance training, typically defined as a sustained run at an easy, conversational pace for a significant duration or ...
By Jordan
Double Threshold Training: Understanding, Benefits, and Implementation
Double threshold training is an advanced endurance methodology involving two distinct threshold-based workouts within the same day to maximize physiol...
By Jordan
Garmin Threshold Pace: Understanding, Detection, and Training Benefits
Garmin's threshold pace estimates your lactate threshold, representing the fastest pace you can sustain for 45-60 minutes without excessive lactate ac...
By Jordan
Ironman Taper: When to Reduce Training, Why it Matters, and How to Optimize Your Race Prep
For an Ironman, the optimal time to significantly reduce training volume, a phase known as tapering, typically begins 2 to 3 weeks prior to race day, ...
By Hart
TrainingPeaks: Understanding Fitness, CTL, and Key Training Metrics
In TrainingPeaks, fitness is quantified by Chronic Training Load (CTL), an exponentially weighted moving average of training stress that objectively m...
By Jordan
