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How to Build a Running Habit (From Scratch)
Starting out as a runner shouldn't hurt!
This article walks through exactly how to start, how to progress, and hopefully, how to actually enjoy it!
This article walks through exactly how to start, how to progress, and hopefully, how to actually enjoy it!
Avoid the Off-Season Trap!
Many runners treat winter like an “off-season” because that’s what some pros do. Here’s why that mindset holds most runners back—and how to use this winter to set up a 2026 breakthrough.
Why an AI Can't Actually Coach You
AI running tools promise personalized and adaptive training plans—but real coaching is about people, and context, not data. Learn why “AI coaching” is anything but.
The Case for the Smaller Race
Big-city races can be incredible experiences—but they aren’t always the fastest path to your next PR. Learn why smaller races might offer less stress, smoother logistics, and a better shot at your best performance yet.
The Power of Showing Up
A transformative change I've experienced with many athletes involves breaking out of an 'all-or-nothing' mentality. In many cases, it completely changes their training and relationship with running.
Is Your Speedwork Actually Helping Your Speed?
Interval training or speedwork is crucial for running success, but are YOUR intervals actually helping you?
A Downhill Marathon (Probably) Won't Help You PR or BQ
The data shows that extreme net-downhill races are not actually faster than flat and rolling courses. Let's dig into the science!
What Nobody Will Tell You About 'Easy' Ultras (or Marathons)
Will courses designed to be 'flat and fast' really result in an 'easy' ultra or marathon? The reality may surprise you!
Easy Running is Vital Training – Not Just Recovery
Easy runs are not just recovery runs. They are VITAL to your training in so many more important ways than just recovering from workouts or long runs.
Scientific Reasons to Ignore Pace
Do you train by pace? Here are some scientific reasons why you may want to rethink that! They may even lead to a BREAKTHROUGH!
The Heat Will Slow You Down – but it Might Just Speed You Up!
We all know running in the heat is miserable.
But what if, despite slowing you down, it could actually make you more fit? Science shows us that's exactly the case!
But what if, despite slowing you down, it could actually make you more fit? Science shows us that's exactly the case!
Why Training Plans Don't Work (Well) – and How to Fix Them
Training plans... don't work. At least, not very well. That includes ones you paid for, and even many
customized by a coach. At least a few of these reasons are true among ALL pre-determined training plans. Read here to find out why, and figure out how to overcome their limitations.
customized by a coach. At least a few of these reasons are true among ALL pre-determined training plans. Read here to find out why, and figure out how to overcome their limitations.
Are Resolutions Unhealthy?
As we all know, most resolutions don't last very long. For runners in particular, the typical recipe often leads to failure and can even be dangerous. So what can we do instead?
Poor Air-Quality Training Adjustments
Running in poor air-quality (high-AQI) can have long term performance and health implications. How should you adjust your training for different AQI levels? This article shows how to monitor and adjust, along with what other factors you should take into consideration!
My Journey to the Grand Canyon Rim2Rim2Rim
Dana writes about her comeback from a hip injury to train for the experience of a lifetime in the Grand Canyon.
7 Tips for Winter Running
Continuing your running progression through the winter can be tough. Use these tips to help make the most of your winter and grow your fitness from year to year!
Training through the Holidays
Some tips on maintaining a stress-free approach to training throughout the holiday season.
The Beauty of a DNF
Sometimes, a willingness to DNF might be just what you need to make a true breakthrough!
Let's scratch out "Death before DNF" and even "Did nothing fatal," and start thinking about what factors really go into a race performance and the likelihood of any single race being a great one. Accept when it's 'just not your day' and consider making a decision that puts you in the best place to move forward.
Let's scratch out "Death before DNF" and even "Did nothing fatal," and start thinking about what factors really go into a race performance and the likelihood of any single race being a great one. Accept when it's 'just not your day' and consider making a decision that puts you in the best place to move forward.
Gift Ideas for Runners
Ideas for gifts for that special runner in your life, recommended by Miles and Mountains athletes!
Summer Newsletter!
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Your Pace is Not Your Worth
Your worth as an athlete is not defined by your pace, and faster training does NOT mean better training!
The 6 Core Components of Coaching – and Why Training Plans and Groups are Less Effective
Both science and anecdotal experience show there are certain components necessary for effective coaching – regardless of training philosophy.
These include being adaptive, being customized, and including frequent communication. Without these components, coaching is unlikely to be any more effective than a training plan (which research shows is much less effective).
These include being adaptive, being customized, and including frequent communication. Without these components, coaching is unlikely to be any more effective than a training plan (which research shows is much less effective).
12 Running Gadgets to Keep You Healthy
Gadgets and gizmos galore!
This time of year in particular, it seems like everyone is
trying to sell runners the new 'must-have' recovery
tool. But what is hype, what is effective, and what is
actually worth buying?
I take a dive into 12 different categories of recovery,
strength and mobility gadget, and explore what I think
is worth the price!
This time of year in particular, it seems like everyone is
trying to sell runners the new 'must-have' recovery
tool. But what is hype, what is effective, and what is
actually worth buying?
I take a dive into 12 different categories of recovery,
strength and mobility gadget, and explore what I think
is worth the price!
2022 Athlete Results
Check out the team's results so far this year! Some amazing podium finishes at competitive races, huge breakthroughs, incredible comebacks and more!
Andy Wind Interview
Andy sits down with Will Frantz to chat about his history, his meteoric rise in ultrarunning, mindset, coaching, strength training, nutrition and more!
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