Complete Long Run Nutrition Guide
Everything you need to know about fueling before, during, and after long runs. Pre-run meals, mid-run carbs, hydration, electrolytes, and recovery nutrition.
Articles
In-depth guides on training, fueling, and the reasoning behind the numbers.
How Long Should Your Long Run Be?
Find your optimal long run distance. Diminishing returns, time vs. distance, why 20 miles isn't magic, and how to match long runs to weekly mileage.
Marathon Training Mileage: How Much and How to Build
What weekly mileage do you need for a marathon? A complete guide covering mileage by goal, building safely, the 10% rule, and avoiding common mistakes.
Long Run Pace: Why Slower Is Often Smarter
Your long run doesn't need to be fast to be effective. Learn why easy effort matters more than pace numbers.
Recovery After Long Runs: What Actually Works
Evidence-based recovery strategies. What to eat, how much to rest, and which recovery methods are worth your time.
Tapering Your Long Run: How to Peak for Race Day
When to do your last long run, how much to reduce, and why the taper matters more than you think.
Long Run Weather Adjustments: Heat, Cold, and Humidity
How to adapt your long run for weather conditions. Practical guidance for heat, cold, and everything in between.
Back-to-Back Long Runs: When and How to Double Up
Are back-to-back long runs right for your training? When doubles make sense and how to recover properly.
Long Runs for Ultra Training: Beyond the Marathon
How to approach long runs when training for ultramarathons. Time on feet, back-to-backs, and the mental game.
When to Cut a Long Run Short: Smart Decisions vs. Giving Up
How to know when to end a long run early-and when to push through. Warning signs vs. normal discomfort.
Mental Strategies for Long Runs
Mental techniques to get through long runs. How to manage discomfort, stay motivated, and build racing toughness.
Best Running Gels: A Complete Guide
An honest breakdown of running gels—what's in them, which ones work for different runners, and how to use them properly on race day.
Marathon Hydration: Bottles vs Vests vs Handhelds
How to carry fluids on long runs without going crazy. Comparing handheld bottles, hydration vests, and waist belts.
Recovery Tools That Actually Work for Runners
Honest guide to recovery tools: foam rollers, massage guns, compression boots. What's worth your money and what's overhyped.
Cold Weather Running Gear Essentials
What to wear at every temperature, from chilly to brutal. Layering strategies, essential accessories, and budget-friendly alternatives.