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Here you will find an ever growing list of topics, resources, blog posts, and individuals to follow that can help improve your running practice. If you cannot find information about a specific topic, try the search function above, or please never hesitate to reach out on my social channels of Instagram or Youtube. When clicking on a subject, I have provided a brief synopsis of the topic, or you can find a more thorough review of each subject by clicking on the “Click to Learn More” links.
Subjects
Anatomy
This section will provide a general overview of differing segments of the leg. The reason the leg is focussed on is because 80% of running injuries occur at or below the knee, so having a decent understanding of the anatomy may help with injury recognition, and strength programming.
Determinants of Performance
This section is where you will find general physiology reviews including:
- VO2max and associated topics
- Lactate Threshold
- Heart Rate
Nutrition + Hydration
These are the very basics of nutrition for runners. I am not a dietician or nutritionist so this is a surface level review of the available data.
- Carbohydrate considerations
- RED-S
- Electrolytes
- Cramping
- Hydration
- Caffeine
- Weight Loss
Racing
It's race week! That's right, not race day. The days leading up to your race can be crucial in determining your ultimate performance. Topics include:
- Travel
- Race Day Prep
- Hydration
- Fueling
- Carb Loading
- Caffeine
Recovery
Recovery is somewhat of a buzz word in the running world these days. However, good runners and coaches have known the benefits of recovery for decades and have reaped the benefits when it is well executed. Within the section you will find information about:
- Programming
- Stretching
- Heat Exposure
- Cold Exposure
- Nutrition/Calories
- Modalities
- Sleep
Running Gear
The gear we wear while running can have a huge impact on our performance, comfort, and consistency of running. The primary concern with gear is footwear, however other equipment such as heart rate monitors, anti-chafing balm, and arm sleeves can make a difference in our running practice.
Training Basics
Your running practice can be as simple or complicated as you want it to be. Some may want to put their shoes on and head out the door to escape their worries and work on their health. Other's might want their practice to be a competitive outlet, and others, somewhere in between.
Regardless, having an understanding of the basics of running and endurance training can help all who run. This section of Runners University is intended to provide a 20,000 foot view of the basics of running. For further information and deeper reviews please visit the Books, Articles, Videos section below.
Some Topics Include:
- Aerobic Training
- Anaerobic Training
- Lactate Thresholds
- Periodization
- Training Zones
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Books, Articles, Videos
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Who To Follow
If you feel confused about who you can trust in today's social media landscape, look no further. I have curated a list of individuals who consistently produce valuable content to help inform you, motivate you, or entertain you when it comes to running.
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Blog
The Runners U Blog is where you’ll find my commentary about current affairs in the running world, as well as an assortment of articles, and opinions about all things running.