Motivation, perception, and neural pathways work together to determine your pacing, but understanding how your brain fine-tunes speed reveals surprising insights.
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Technical Aspects of Running
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How Muscles Rebuild After Long Runs: A Cellular Tour
With microscopic damage and cellular repair processes at play, discover how muscles rebuild stronger after long runs to boost endurance and resilience.
Understanding Running Power Meters—Numbers That Matter
Keen to unlock your running potential? Discover how power meters reveal crucial numbers that can transform your training and performance.
Ground‑Contact Time: The Metric You’re Probably Ignoring
Considering how ground-contact time impacts your running, understanding this overlooked metric could be the key to unlocking better performance and fewer injuries.
GPS Accuracy 2025: Why Your Watch Still Lies a Little
I’ll reveal why your 2025 GPS watch still isn’t perfectly accurate and what limitations might persist.
How Temperature Impacts Pace: The Heat‑Adjustment Formula
Cooling down your pace in hot weather is inevitable; discover how the heat‑adjustment formula can help you stay ahead.
Altitude Training for Sea‑Level PRs: Physiology 101
Discover how altitude training enhances sea-level performance through physiological adaptations that can unlock your personal bests—continue reading to learn more.
The Role of Running Economy—and 5 Drills to Improve Yours
A deeper understanding of running economy and five key drills can unlock your potential to run faster and longer, but mastering them requires dedication.
Foot‑Strike Patterns Under the Microscope: Heel, Mid, or Fore?
Heel, midfoot, or forefoot—understanding foot-strike patterns reveals how each style impacts your running, but which one truly suits you?
Treadmill Calibration: Why Your “5 K” Indoors Might Be Off
Calibrating your treadmill ensures accurate “5 K” readings, but various factors can cause discrepancies—you’ll want to discover how to fix them.