In this article, former-Middle Distance athlete Marius Bakken explains the Norweigan Approach to endurance training. This includes a strong focus on anaerobic threshold training, including double-daily threshold training, longer single anaerobic threshold sessions, and experimenting with treadmill running.

Most of us would assume that breathing through the mouth is the best technique to use during intense exercise, as it allows more oxygen to reach our muscles. But evidence shows the contrary – and that breathing through your nose may actually be a better technique to use during intense exercise such as running….

Understanding running economy is essential knowledge for all distance coaches. This article covers what peer-reviewed research says about running economy, and training interventions that are the most effective for improving it.

This chart provides a general overview of the optimal distances, intensity, rest, and daily training loads for developing the different components of speed, speed endurance, and tempo running.

It has been claimed that beach running is a great way to improve strength, fitness and running performance while preventing injury. So let's have a look at what the peer-reviewed evidence says, in conjunction with the opinion of our running experts, on the veracity of these claims.

This paper draws on the extensive current literature in the field to provide a general guide and starting point for further study by presenting a short overview of the elements that contribute to endurance and how these can be trained in athletes. The full version of the paper can be downloaded using the button below.

From street miles through to trail ultra-marathons, the diversity of events recreational runners are participating in continues to provide coaches the challenge of developing training sessions that are both specific to their activities and that provide ongoing stimulation. While the list of available training options is extensive, let’s look at four training elements that strike a chord with Recreational Runners.