What’s The Real Benefit Of Recovery Runs?
Recovery runs actually don't help you recover—but they're still worth doing for their training benefits.
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Matt Fitzgerald
Matt Fitzgerald is an award-winning endurance sports journalist and bestselling author of more than 20 books on running, triathlon, fitness, and nutrition, including Racing Weight and Run Like a Pro, (Even If You’re Slow). An experienced running coach and certified sports nutritionist, Fitzgerald’s training plans have helped thousands successfully cross the finish line.
My Stories
Improve Your Long Runs with the “Fastest Mile Last” Rule
Regularly crashing and slowing at the end of long runs is not normal, and can be dangerous.
Why Run Streaking Isn’t As Insane As It Sounds
The no-excuses motivation of run streaking may be just what you need to up your running game.
Elite Training for Mortals: 5 Key Principles for Every Runner
Most of us are not going to do 110-mile weeks, but we can learn from elite examples and apply the same principles to become our best.
How Running Saved My Life
When my wife tried to kill me, when I went to jail for battery, and when I finally tried to take my own life, there was one thing that kept me from unraveling
Workout of the Week: Depletion Double
Adding the stress of a depleted morning run after an afternoon interval workout can boost aerobic capacity.
Workout of the Week: Over/Under Intervals
An alternative to traditional tempo runs, over/under intervals provide a fun, effective workout on the roads or treadmill.
Are You Running Enough Miles?
The average competitive runner runs 35.5 miles per week. Is that enough? Hint: Probably not.
Weak In The Knees? Strengthen Your Hips
Your knee pain likely stems from weakness farther up the chain. Here's how to strengthen your hips, improve your stride, and save your knees.
Why and How to Train on a Track
Four types of track interval workouts, their benefits, and how to optimally incorporate them into your training