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Marathon training while leading a normal life

Marathon events have become very popular in the last decade. Thousands of all-level runners, from elite athletes to hobbyists, participate every year in Marathon races — well, before Covid-19. Such a long-distance event (26.2 mi/ 42.1 km), requires a well-structured Marathon training plan; that is, if you want to perform well and, while at it, enjoy the race.

Marathon training while leading a normal life was last modified: November 27th, 2020 by ScienceTraining

Why you should run a Marathon Authentic

When runners speak of the ‘Marathon Authentic’, there’s only one place that comes to their mind: Kallimarmaro, Athens; aka, Panathenaic Stadium. Yes, the Marathon Authentic is the Athens Marathon; the mother of Marathons! Even though we won’t be having the pleasure of running in the Marathon this year — due to the COVID-19 outbreak — we thought that we should at least write an honorary post about it!

Why you should run a Marathon Authentic was last modified: November 9th, 2020 by ScienceTraining

Ironman training in a year? We’ve got you covered

The journey is about to begin! You’ve already registered for your first Ironman race, and you can’t wait to jump into your Ironman training. You are full of motivation but, at the same time, your mind is filled with the most common question of first-timers: Can I do it?

Ironman training in a year? We’ve got you covered was last modified: November 13th, 2020 by ScienceTraining

Here’s how you can use science to train for Ironman

There is a very strong relationship between performance in sports events and scientific guidance. In the past decades, science has turned into a game-changer in maximizing performance; both professional and amateur athletes — and coaches, too — come to invest even more in this direction. Naturally, athletes who train for Ironman couldn’t fall behind this trend.

Here’s how you can use science to train for Ironman was last modified: October 26th, 2020 by ScienceTraining

High-Intensity Interval training for endurance, done right

When we hear the word endurance, the first thing that pops into mind is long-distance training; and then Marathon, triathlon races, etc. However, most people never ask: “What kind of endurance? Aerobic or anaerobic?” So, we thought it’s about time someone set the record straight on designing a high-intensity interval training for endurance. And, in this post, that’s what we’ll do.

High-Intensity Interval training for endurance, done right was last modified: October 23rd, 2020 by ScienceTraining

Cardiorespiratory endurance for Marathon runners

Cardiorespiratory endurance, or cardiovascular endurance, is the ability of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels to deliver oxygen to body tissues. As a result, this bodily function allows the production of energy through aerobic metabolism. Also, it allows the supply of muscle tissue with the oxygen needed, to produce energy in mitochondria. So, what does that mean for an athlete who is training for a Marathon?

Cardiorespiratory endurance for Marathon runners was last modified: October 23rd, 2020 by ScienceTraining

A Half Marathon training plan for beginners

In the last ten years, the half Marathon has become one of the most popular races among amateur runners worldwide. Of course, there are many reasons for its increasing popularity.

A Half Marathon training plan for beginners was last modified: October 6th, 2020 by ScienceTraining

The London Marathon: Kipchoge or Bekele?

Hear ye! Hear ye! The most anticipated running event in 2020 is only 2 days away! The Virgin London Marathon will take place on a special race event this Sunday morning, October 4th, 2020. Mind you, it will only be for the elite athletes ― due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The London Marathon: Kipchoge or Bekele? was last modified: October 2nd, 2020 by ScienceTraining

The best way to build endurance is science

Aerobic capacity (endurance) is the ability to maintain the duration of the exercise for more than 3 minutes; with the main source of energy required deriving from the aerobic metabolic system (Smilios et al, 2018). But, what is the best way to build endurance?

The best way to build endurance is science was last modified: October 6th, 2020 by ScienceTraining

Endurance or High Intensity Intervals training?

The quiz tackling Endurance vs High Intensity Intervals Training is a time-honored debate. In fact, it’s one that seems to be of great importance to the coaching world. Like BMW vs Mercedes is to the automotive world; Or like Ronaldo vs Messi is to the soccer world; Or Nicola Tesla vs Thomas Edison to the world of power and energy. Suffice it to say, it’s at the top of the game.

Endurance or High Intensity Intervals training? was last modified: October 6th, 2020 by ScienceTraining