Half Marathon Training: Defining and Determining Your Easy Pace
An easy pace for a half marathon is a highly individual, conversational effort within your aerobic training zone (Zone 2), crucial for building endura...
By Jordan
Category: Running & Endurance
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Easy Runs: Definition, Physiology, Benefits, and How to Determine Your Pace
An easy run is a low-intensity, conversational-pace workout that primarily develops the aerobic energy system, enhances recovery, and prevents injurie...
By Hart
Tempo Intervals: What They Are, How to Run Them, and Their Benefits
Tempo intervals involve alternating sustained "comfortably hard" efforts, just below your lactate threshold, with active recovery periods to...
By Hart
Running Poles: Benefits, Usage, and How to Choose Them
Runners use trekking or running poles to enhance stability, reduce lower limb impact, and improve propulsion and efficiency, especially in trail runni...
By Hart
Marathon Tapering: Optimal Rest Days, Physiological Benefits, and Race Preparation
For optimal performance and recovery, most marathon runners should aim for 1-3 days of complete rest or extremely light activity immediately preceding...
By Alex
Garmin PacePro: What It Is, How It Works, and Its Benefits for Runners
Garmin PacePro is a grade-adjusted pacing feature that helps runners maintain consistent effort on varied terrain by dynamically adjusting target pace...
By Jordan
Running 8K: Understanding the Distance, Factors Influencing Difficulty, and Preparation
Running an 8K presents a moderate, subjective challenge that depends heavily on an individual's fitness, training, and preparation, making it achievab...
By Jordan
Great North Run: Essential Attire, Gear, and Race Day Dressing Tips
Appropriate attire for the Great North Run involves strategic layering, moisture-wicking fabrics, and well-tested gear to ensure optimal comfort, perf...
By Alex
Half-Marathon Prediction: The Simple Workout and How to Interpret Results
A well-executed 10-kilometer (10k) time trial or race is the most straightforward and widely accepted simple workout for predicting your half-marathon...
By Alex
