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Eight Weeks to a Faster 10 km

The 10 km is one of the most challenging and rewarding race distances. You begin fast with the excitement of the spectators and fellow participants, then settle into your rhythm and finish strong over...

12 Weeks to a Successful 70.3

The 12-week program I have outlined is achievable for anyone who has comfortably completed a few sprint or standard distance triathlons. However, making this jump can be intimidating. The total time to swim, bike...
Running the Lydiard Way

Running the Lydiard Way

Arthur Lydiard of New Zealand was a pioneer in the sport of distance running. His coaching and his training principles were revolutionary during the 1950s and 1960s and are now standard practice for many...
half marathon training for runners

How to Take the Half-Marathon to the Next Level

The half-marathon distance isn’t half of anything. The name is deceptive and in my experience the distance has always required an effort more suited for a ‘double 10 km’ than anything else. Training for...
Running, marathons

16 Weeks to Your Best Marathon Time

This plan has been designed for a runner who has either recently completed a half-marathon and is looking to step up in distance to the marathon, or for a runner who has run marathons...

Reasons to Keep a Training Journal

We know movement is good for our bodies. Yet, many of us still struggle to make it to the gym, or hit the path for our long runs consistently.  Keeping a training journal or diary can...

The Recovery Session

One of the biggest paradigm shifts we’ve experienced over the past few years has been toward a massive focus on recovery. From supplements to tools, a wide range of products have flooded the market...

Train Like an Obstacle Course Racer

Even if you never run an obstacle course race (OCR), training for one could get you in the best shape of your life. Training like an obstacle course racer is possibly the most comprehensive training...

The Best Training Exercises for Hiking Season

There’s nothing worse than being puffed on those summer hikes. In fact, as you set your sights on your favourite hiking trails in any season, a few simple exercises performed in advance could make...

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To those of us who live in the frosty north, the idea of an island paradise with white sandy beaches and crystal-clear aqua waters...