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Training

Unlock Your Potential: Why Running Economy Is the Key to Running Faster (and with Less Effort)

Have you ever wondered why two runners with seemingly identical aerobic capacities can achieve very different race times? We’re used to focusing on VO₂ max, often presented as the “limit” of our performance, but there’s another frequently overlooked factor that can make a real difference: running economy. It’s not a magical concept, but a tangible […]

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Running with or without poles? A reflection for curious runners

Hello to all running lovers! Today I want to explore a topic that’s becoming increasingly popular in the running world, especially when it comes to trail running and mountain races: the use of running poles. You’ve probably seen them and maybe wondered whether they’re just a passing trend or if they can truly make a […]

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Training

The Hidden Balance: How Strength Training Transforms Your Running

Hi runner! How many times have you told yourself that “running is just running”? Sure, that’s partly true. But if you truly want to optimize your performance, prevent injuries, and take your body to levels you didn’t think were possible, you need to look beyond simply repeating the running motion. Let’s talk about strength—targeted muscular […]

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Challenges

Starting Again After a Break: Running as a Dialogue with Yourself

Hi runner, We’ve all been there. That feeling of guilt that creeps in when, for a thousand different reasons, you skip a workout. It’s not a tragedy—actually, it can be a valuable opportunity to better understand yourself and your relationship with running. In this article, I want to share a different perspective on these interruptions—not […]

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Training

Beyond the Pavement: How Cross-Training Can Revolutionize Your Running

Hello everyone, running enthusiasts! I know—some people love the simplicity of putting one foot in front of the other and logging miles on the road. But if you truly want to maximize your potential as a runner, reduce the risk of injury, and keep your motivation high, you need to look beyond running itself. I’m […]

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Beginners

Ultra Trail: your toolbox for tackling the great trail

Hello everyone, running enthusiasts! If you’re stepping into the world of ultra trail running, you already know it’s not just a simple race. It’s an immersion in nature, a physical and mental challenge, a true adventure. And like any adventure worthy of the name, it requires careful preparation—starting with your equipment. It’s not about piling […]

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Challenges

Ten Kilometers: The Art of Dancing with Time

Hello runners! Today we’re talking about a distance that represents a turning point in the running world: the 10K. It’s not a lightning-fast sprint, nor an exhausting ultra-endurance race. It’s a dance between speed and stamina—a delicate balance that requires preparation, strategy, and a good dose of self-awareness. I’ve tackled this distance only a few […]

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Races

Your Body Is Talking to You: What to Do (Really) After a Marathon

Runner friends, I know — the euphoria of crossing the finish line of a marathon is indescribable. Your adrenaline is sky-high, the feeling of accomplishment floods your whole body, and your mind starts to wander… toward the next challenge. And maybe, after breaking through that wall that once felt impossible, you start wondering: “Can I […]

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Beginners

Beyond the Chrono: Decoding Data to Elevate Your Running Experience

Hello to all running enthusiasts! We often focus on our finish time or pace per kilometer, but how well do we truly understand what our body is doing while we run? Today, I’ll guide you through three key parameters—VO₂max, lactate threshold, and HRV—that will help you deeply understand your physiology and optimize your training to […]

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Training

Your Marathon: How to Build an Effective Weekly Training Plan

Hello! If you’re seriously thinking about running a marathon, you’ve already taken the most important step: ambition. But the road to the starting line is built on consistency, body awareness, and—most of all—a well-structured training plan. It’s not just about running more miles, but running smarter, balancing workload, recovery, and specificity. In this guide, I’ll […]