Lactate threshold plays a vital role in optimizing running performance, representing the exercise intensity at which blood lactate begins to accumulate. By delving into the significance of lactate threshold and adopting effective strategies to improve it, runners can train their bodies to endure high-intensity workouts with reduced fatigue. This article explores practical methods to elevate your lactate threshold, ultimately leading to enhanced endurance and speed.
“Electrifying” – Alan Webb’s Top 5
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"When all is said and done, people will consider him the greatest distance runner America has ever had." – Steve Scott
– Country: United States
– Born: January 13, 1983
Personal Bests
800m: 1:43.84
1500m: 3:30.54
Mile: 3:46.91
3000m: 7:39.29
5000m: 13:10.86
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Bilateral vs Unilateral Movement Development for Runners
By Mark Blomeley
Ok, so you’re probably looking at the title and thinking what the? Let me explain…
To put this simply, bilateral movement refers to a two arm or two leg movement, whereas unilateral refers to a single arm or single leg movement. In other...
Matt Fitzgerald is an acclaimed endurance sports coach, nutritionist, and author. His many books include On Pace, The Endurance Diet, 80/20 Running, and How Bad Do You Want It?
James Spragg is a young South African exercise physiologist who has carved out an interesting niche for his research. It is based on the idea...
As a busy person with training goals to achieve, you want to make every minute count. The key to achieving your goals lies in optimizing your training and avoiding injury and burnout. As a coach with experience training Olympians, national and world record holders, and national and NCAA champions, I can help you achieve success in your sport.
Transitioning from road running to the captivating world of trail running is a transformational journey. It's a shift from the familiar territory of racing eight-minute miles on paved streets to the heart-pounding experience of tackling mountainous ski slopes at a more modest 15-minute mile pace. Trail running offers road runners an exhilarating and challenging change of pace by infusing climbs and rough terrain into their running routines. As Nancy Hobbs, the founder and Executive Director of the American Trail Running Association, aptly states, "While a road is just a road, trails continually evolve, providing a dynamic canvas that changes from start to finish and season to season, offering a perpetual source of empowerment."
Training Diaries: to write or not to write? - A column by Mark Tucker
“I would consider my diary serves the same purpose as going for a walk or a run. They are all physical ways of clearing a mental landscape.” (Chet Faker)
I recently visited the house I grew up...
Braving the cold for a run demands more than just donning the latest thermal gear. As temperatures plummet, one essential step often overlooked is the warm-up routine. Dr. Andrea Fradkin, an esteemed expert in exercise science at Bloomsburg University, underscores its critical importance, particularly in the face of wintry conditions.
On Saturday the 25th of August the South Australian Senior Men won their first national title in the long history of the Australian Cross Country Championships. A significant accomplishment for four good mates from a traditionally small distance running state. However, an ever more special day for us as...
Healthy snacking is an essential part of a runner's diet. According to sports nutritionists, the right snacks can help runners fuel their workouts, aid in muscle recovery, and maintain overall health. Here are some great snack options for runners:
