I have some exciting news to share with you today. As you may know, one of the most anticipated trail running events of the year is undoubtedly the Abbots Way, to which I have already registered for the long distance of 125 km, that grueling but stunning route that takes us from the Piacenza Apennines […]
Today I’ll take you into the world of ultrarunning through the story of Tom Evans, an ultrarunner and former British Army captain whose experience at the 2019 Western States Endurance Race (WSER) garnered great interest in the trail running community. Tom finished the race in third place, setting a record-breaking time for a foreign athlete. […]
Today, I take you on a thrilling adventure through the peaks of Italian trail running. We are about to dive into the new edition of the Golden Trail National Series (GTNS), unfolding from March to September with four unmissable stages. This circuit is not just a competition; it’s a unique opportunity to bring together enthusiasts, […]
Long-distance races, such as ultramarathons, ultratrail, or 24-hour circuit races, subject the body to extreme exertion, challenging not only physical endurance but also mental resilience. Managing these crises requires solid mental preparation alongside physical readiness. Believe me, you can’t imagine how many thoughts ran through my mind during the night of my first 24-hour race. […]
Kiyoto Hirabayashi, a name that shook the world of running with his extraordinary victory at the Osaka Marathon. But beyond his incredible performance, there was a detail that caught the attention of many: the mysterious magnetic patches he wore during the race. In this article, we will explore the truth behind these devices and debunk […]
On March 16, 2024, the stage is set once again. It’s the day when I will face the challenge of the Ultrabericus Trail, an event promising to take me on an epic journey through the Berici Hills. This route isn’t just an opportunity to test myself again on this course (albeit in the opposite direction […]
Running is not just a form of exercise, but an experience that can be made more stimulating and rewarding through various approaches. Among these approaches, there is a method that not only optimizes training time but also offers a wide range of health benefits. I’m talking about Interval Training, also known as HIIT (High-Intensity Interval […]
Today I want to share with you the mathematics behind a training chart to prepare you for running a 10K as a beginner. Rather than following a pre-made chart, I want to share my experience and method for creating a customized chart, without getting lost in complicated paces, especially if you’re a beginner. Before we […]
The cooldown run is a crucial moment to regenerate muscles, facilitate the elimination of toxins accumulated in the previous workout, and personally, I enjoy listening to a few podcasts. This kind of run should be low-impact, perhaps on a soft surface like a park trail, with the heart rate kept at calm levels. However, surprisingly, […]
When delving into the world of training, a term that frequently arises is “progressive.” You might have come across phrases like “slow progressive,” “pure progressive,” or “endurance progressive” in various training schedules. But what exactly does it mean? Definition of Progressive Training Progressive training, as the name suggests, is a program that gradually increases intensity […]