Injuries, Movement John Goldthorp Injuries, Movement John Goldthorp

No, It Is Not Normal To 'Leak' While Running

Sadly most just accept this as normal, thinking it's either "just part of aging" or, in the case of women who've given birth, that it comes with the territory. The point I'd like to make today is that if this sounds like you, there are absolutely solutions to this problem and there's no reason to continue suffering.

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Nutrition John Goldthorp Nutrition John Goldthorp

3 Common Nutrition Questions

What are the ideal pre and post-exercise meals for long distance runners in your experience? Can you provide examples of your typical daily breakfast, lunch and dinner? Do you support the use of supplements for your students?

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Shut Your Mouth: Endurance The Easy Way

Clients often give me that WTF look when I make the following suggestion: “Breathe only through your nose.” Like, ok, what the heck are you talking about? And what does that have to do with the half marathon I want to run or simply beginning a running program? “Well, just... everything.”

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Smart Training, Speed John Goldthorp Smart Training, Speed John Goldthorp

Sprinting Rules Pt.4

When we talk bang for the buck, sprints have to rank near the top of the list of things you can do that will noticeably improve your distance running in a short time period. From improving your coordination to developing stride power, just a small amount of sprinting can take your running to the next level in only a few weeks. They can be magical, but they can also be disastrous, however. The range of motion required and your body's ability to tolerate huge amounts of force determine if you should even try sprinting in the first place.

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Injuries, Smart Training John Goldthorp Injuries, Smart Training John Goldthorp

Your Engine Must Match Your Body

What inevitably happens is that you go out for a run and you feel great. You're attuned to your exertion level and maybe you're even aware of your personal heart rate training zones. You're doing everything by the book. Yet, you continue to break down with an injury every 8-12 weeks! What's up??

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