Hello everyone, running enthusiasts! Today we’re tackling a topic that has sparked endless discussions and interpretations: the much-loved (or heavily debated) 10% rule. We hear about it everywhere — from online forums to coaches’ advice — but how valid is it really in the context of modern running? Like many of you, I’ve encountered this […]
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If you’ve ever felt like your legs suddenly locked up halfway through a run, or experienced unexpected fatigue after an intense workout, you may have suffered the consequences of an electrolyte imbalance. Sodium, often demonized in the context of a healthy diet, actually plays a crucial role for those who run consistently. But how much […]
Runner friend, how many times have you relied on “feeling” to decide how to train? How many of you have simply listened to your body, hoping to make the right choice? Of course, experience and body awareness are essential, but today the world of running is changing radically. It’s no longer just about running — […]
Hello runners! In recent years, the world of sports nutrition has undergone a radical transformation, driven by scientific advances and a growing awareness among runners about how their bodies truly work. By analyzing emerging trends and the most common questions I receive, I’ve gathered some reflections on how running nutrition is evolving — and what […]
I admit I’ve seen it in the eyes of many: that lost stare, the cadence collapsing, the illusion that the finish line is getting farther and farther away. We’re talking about the wall at the 29th kilometer, that critical point in the marathon that separates a good performance from unimaginable suffering. I’ve run enough marathons […]
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I Chose Zone 2 Before I Needed It
For years, I did what everyone does. Go out and push. Always.Every workout had to leave a mark.Every run had to “serve a purpose.” Then I started asking myself a simple question:am I really improving… or just accumulating fatigue? I wasn’t broken.I wasn’t sidelined.I didn’t have injuries to come back from. And that’s exactly why […]
Let’s face it our first instinct when we step out the door for a run is often to push as hard as possible, believing that the faster we run, the quicker we’ll improve. But what if I told you that the most effective approach the one that will actually make you faster and more sustainable […]
Hello runners! Today we’re talking about a technical aspect that’s often overlooked, yet crucial for both performance and the health of our legs: overstriding. It’s not an issue that shows up with immediate pain, but rather one that creeps in silently, eroding efficiency and making us more vulnerable to injuries. Over the years, I’ve seen […]
Hello runner! How many times have you told yourself, “Today I’ll do an easy run”? And how many times, at the end of that run, have you felt more fatigued than expected, with a heaviness in your legs that just won’t go away? Probably more often than you’d like to admit. The truth is that […]
Hello to all running enthusiasts! Today we’re talking about a workout that might seem simple, but is actually a powerful tool for improving both speed and endurance: the progressive run. You may have heard of it before, maybe even tried it a bit randomly, but today I want to explore how to use it effectively, […]