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Mileposts and Musings
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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).
Scientific Reasons to NOT Run By 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!
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!
Running 'Resolutions''
We all know the cliche of the treadmill that becomes a clothes rack, and the gym membership that gets used just a few times. Personally, I don’t think a traditional ‘resolution’ is a good fit for many runners. But an intention could be.
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!
7 Tips for Winter Training
Here are 7 tips for training consistently and building fitness throughout the winter.
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!
Gift Ideas for Runners
Ideas for gifts for that special runner in your life, recommended by Miles and Mountains athletes!
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.
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!
Long-Term Consistency – FREE Event!
Many people structure their training by choosing a race, perhaps with a time goal, and then working backward.
But what if that's the wrong approach? What if you could make far more progress by training based on the fitness you have NOW, with a long-term perspective.
Does that mean you won't reach your upcoming race goals? The best part... you can probably do both!
But what if that's the wrong approach? What if you could make far more progress by training based on the fitness you have NOW, with a long-term perspective.
Does that mean you won't reach your upcoming race goals? The best part... you can probably do both!
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!
Beginning Running – FREE event!
Looking to get started with running in a FUN, safe and effective way? Did you recently start running, but have some nagging questions?
The thing is – you don't know what you don't know, until you make that mistake like not lubing the right places when it's hot and humid...
Join us for for this FREE public informational Zoom session going over all the things you should know as you start your running journey!
The thing is – you don't know what you don't know, until you make that mistake like not lubing the right places when it's hot and humid...
Join us for for this FREE public informational Zoom session going over all the things you should know as you start your running journey!
Balancing Multiple Sports - FREE event!
Many runners also enjoy other sports or activities, from cycling to swimming, skiing to climbing. Let's talk about considerations when trying to balance various types of activities with your running!
Trust the training, not the watch!
If you have a newer GPS watch, it likely provides all sorts of metrics tracking your “fitness,” “Vo2Max,” “economy,” or similar. While these figures can sometimes show a correlation with your true fitness when tracked over time, they’re not truly reliable. I recommend that my athletes ignore most of them and this is why!
Mileposts and Musings, #1
The first edition of the newsletter. Includes training tips and recent research, running news and inspiration!
Help, I'm Injured! (Don't Ice It)
Think you're helping your injury heal by icing it? Think again! It's one of the worst things you can do for many injuries, and that's been scientifically proven.
Training for Long-Term Progression
How far ahead do you think about your running? I don't mean planning every detail, but sketching out your long-term progression in a broad way can lead to breakthroughs!
6 Mobility Techniques to Help You Recover
What do you do for recovery and mobility? Stretch? Foam roll? Here are detailed descriptions of 6 methods to help you recover.
5 Things All Runners Should Do Regularly
Are you doing these 5 things consistently to support your running? If not, they could dramatically transform your training!
Stronger Through Injury
Heather explores her mental approach to a long-term injury. A must-read!
The Short and Long of the Road
A great article in the Valley News about Alyssa Anderson and her amazing journey!
Coaching Homepage
Do you have big goals for 2022? If you want to level-up your fitness, find enjoyment in the process and smash your 2022 goals while preparing for the future – reach out!
Not all 'Coaching' is Coaching
My thoughts on the word coaching, and how it may not be accurate to use it to describe things like custom plans and group training.
Winter Traction Devices
Unsure of the benefits and drawbacks of various traction devices for winter running? Here's an overview of the best options!
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