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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 […]

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Training

That Annoying Side Stitch: Understand, Prevent, and Defeat Your Silent Enemy

Hello runners! How many times have you had to interrupt your run because of a sudden, sharp pain tightening your side? That discomfort — that unexpected stab forcing you to slow down or even stop — is what English speakers call a “stitch,” or side pain, and unfortunately, it affects many of us. It’s not […]

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Training

Running Under the Stars: The Ultimate Guide to Safe and Effective Night Running

Hello, fellow running enthusiasts! How many times have you been tempted to skip your workout once the sun goes down? I know that feeling well — the sense of freedom you get running outdoors, especially when the sky turns deep midnight blue, is truly priceless. But running in the dark requires a different mindset, careful […]

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Shopping Tips

The Definitive Guide to Choosing a Running Watch

Hello to all running enthusiasts! I’m Gian Marco, and for years my wrist has become a small command center for my running adventures. I’ve gained extensive experience in choosing the right watch, and I know how frustrating it can be to get lost in the sea of models and features available. Today, I want to […]

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Training

How Your Brain Is Lying to You About Fatigue

Have you ever stopped to think why sometimes you feel devastated just a few kilometers from the end of a run, while other times you push harder and reach the finish line with a sense of satisfaction? It’s not just a matter of training or physical fitness, but something much more complex: the way your […]

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Motivation

Unveiling Your Running Potential: A Journey of Self-Observation and Optimization

Hello runner! You’re here because you want to improve, because you feel there’s room for growth in your running. Excellent choice! Improving technique isn’t just about shaving seconds off your time, but above all running more efficiently, reducing the risk of injury and, ultimately, enjoying every kilometer more. Often, the key to unlocking this potential […]

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Motivation

Has your run become a routine? Rediscover the pleasure of exploring

Fellow runners, it happens to many of us: running, which began as a passion and escape from daily life, risks turning into mechanical repetition. That same road that once energized you now seems like a maze with no exit. You feel burned out, demotivated, and running—what you used to love—has become something to “check off” […]

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Motivation Training

Autumn is Your Sprint Toward the Marathon: How to Prepare at Your Best

Hello, fellow runners! Can you feel it too? The air is crisp, colors are turning, and temperatures are starting to drop. It’s not just autumn arriving — it’s also the perfect opportunity for an ambitious challenge: a marathon! Often associated with spring, autumn or winter races can be incredibly rewarding experiences. In this article, I […]