A to Z Running

For this monthly Q&A, we answer listener questions about HR data, pacing charts, and nagging injuries. After that, we share world of running updates about Australia’s top marathoners’ favorite workouts, Russia’s ban situation, and world records in uncommon events. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode182   For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://ato...

This week, we conclude our several-week recovery series with a look at laser, dry needling, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation--therapies that account for the majority of the main interventions used by physical therapists and other medical rehabilitation professionals. After that, we share world of running updates about the NYC half, Barkley marathons, and the effects of aging on runners. For...

This week, we address the next installment in the recovery series: myofascial release and soft-tissue therapies. After that, we share world of running updates about NCAA championships, Nagoya marathon and more. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode180 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching

This week, we answer listener questions like whether to make-up mileage missed, what is the performance benefit of baking soda, how to balance running and swimming, and more! After that, we share world of running updates about a new junior phenom knocking out Ingebrigtsen records, more indoor track records going down, and the Norwegian Model unpacked and analyzed. For resources and details, visit...

This week, we continue the recovery series with an examination of the effects of hot and cold therapies. After that, we share world of running updates about USA indoor track championships, World cross country championships, Camille Herron’s latest record, and fast track running in France. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode177 For training, coaching, and other services...

This week, we kickoff our series on recovery methods with a discussion on the first element in the RICE approach--rest. We identify what manner of considerations warrant rest in various forms. After that, we share world of running updates about record-setting Millrose games and Dubai Marathon. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode176 For training, coaching, and other ser...

This week, orthopedic surgeon Dr. John Maskill discusses achilles and plantar fasciitis, including what runners need to know about how these things interact functionally. After that, we share world of running updates about an interesting new Boston policy, New Balance Indoor Grand Prix races, and London’s upcoming 2023 historic field. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episod...

This week, we answer listener questions about effort training on a treadmill, enduring hard workouts, GPS accuracy, and more. After that, we share world of running updates about several new national records, NCAA records, and more incredible performances over the weekend. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode174 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://a...

This week, we continue our examination of toughness in terms of how to listen to your body and fine-tune your inner-dialogue, the second and third pillars of Steve Magness’s Do Hard Things . After that, we share world of running updates about US XC championships, an inside scoop on pro training at On Athletics Club, and more. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode173 For...

This week, we continue examining the concept of toughness as defined in Steve Magness’s Do Hard Things , looking specifically at how to “ditch the facade and embrace reality”. After that, we share world of running updates about a new American record, a new NCAA record, and the results of the first fast marathon of 2023. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode172 For traini...

This week, we discuss insights about toughness and resilience from Steve Magness’s book Do Hard Things , an examination of the research behind concepts like toughness and tolerating pain. After that, we share world of running updates about Oregon’s new coach, marathoners beating milers, and more. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode171 For training, coaching, and other...

This week, we discuss how to follow through with goals by using the four disciplines of execution from the book by that name by authors Jim Huling, Chris McChesney, and Sean Covey. After that, we share world of running updates about a world record scare, the best highlights of 2022, and our personal experiences of the last year. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode170 F...

It’s monthly Q & A time! This week, we answer your questions about trail running, upping race distance, down weeks, and musculoskeletal correlations with cadence. After that, we share world of running updates about an inspiring life turnaround, some early 1900s marathon history, and a more in-depth examination of menstruation and performance. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunnin...

This week, we discuss dealing with the holidays and a helpful approach to productivity and prioritizing during chaos. After that, we share world of running updates about Abu Dhabi Marathon, a master’s miracle in Sergio Reyes, and the Strava 2022 Year in Sport Report. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode168 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozru...

This week, we discuss the importance of both self-discipline and agility, weighing the words of science of learning expert and author Peter Hollins and the importance of scheduling our attention. After that, we share world of running updates about high school Footlocker XC Championships (Champs Sports XC), Camile Heron’s latest ultra record, and USATF’s Club Cross Country Championships. For resour...

This week, we talk with pro triathlete and exercise science professor Todd Buckingham, PhD about what runners should be considering and doing pertaining to cadence. After that, we share world of running updates about the lightning fast Valencia Marathon, Nike Cross Nationals surprises, and the greatly anticipated Boston indoor track season opener. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunni...

This week, we answer your questions about biking for additional training stimulus, pros and cons of running in bad conditions, whether to be concerned with shoe drops, and more. After that, we share world of running updates about the next high school girl to be rising to the top, Kenya’s doping problems and possible consequences, and big money for NCAA runners. For resources and details, visit htt...

This week, we render an examination of some of the most valuable non-performance benefits of running. After that, we share world of running updates about the NCAA XC Championships, the sad story of Camille Herron’s lost record, and an article on simple everyday exercises that benefit runners. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode164 For training, coaching, and other serv...

This week, we tackle Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi’s book flow: what it is and how to achieve it and what that has to do with runners. Stick around after that for world of running updates about the BAA half, Lizzie Bird’s training, and updates on the 2024 USA Olympic Team Trials. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode163 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https:/...

This week, we discuss considerations for downtime and down cycles in training and ways to benefit best from both. After that, we share world of running updates about the New York City Marathon and the World Mountain Championships. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode162 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching

This week, we answer your questions about easy vs. jogging efforts, what to do for marathon warmups, and how to know if you’re overtraining or peaking too early. After that, we share world of running updates about changes to the World Marathon Majors money, NCAA conference championships, and more. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode161 For training, coaching, and other...

This week, we discuss Mismatch Theory and how to navigate gaps in expectations and perceptions of efforts. After that, we discuss the latest world of running updates about the record-breaking Valencia half marathon, a study about marathon performance prediction, and advice about how to create your own running gels. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode160 For training, c...

This week, pro runner and US 10 mile champion Futsum Zeinasellassie discusses consistency in training and how to pursue progress successfully. After that, we discuss the latest world of running updates about Almaz Ayana and CJ Albertson’s new records and a little bit of controversy around the 2021 Boston Marathon. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode159 For training, co...

This week, we discuss training specificity and common approaches to training pace, breaking down those approaches and comparing them to effort-focused approaches. After that, we share world of running updates about the Chicago marathon and a crazy new AR running tech. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode158 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozr...

This week we discuss interval workouts, what they do for us, and how to best achieve it. Stick around for the latest from the world of running, including the London Marathon, USATF 10mi championships, and more. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode157 For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching