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Hanson-Style Marathon Training: Why Smarter Runners Don't Rely on Longer Long Runs
What Is Hanson-Style Marathon Training? Hanson-style marathon training is based on a simple principle: Your marathon fitness comes from the total workload across the week—not from one exceptionally long run.

Paul M Johnson - CNC,CSNC,PES
Aug 36 min read


FTP RUNNING CALCULATOR: TEST YOUR THRESHOLD, STOP TRAINING USING MEMORY AS EFFORT
HE PROBLEM IN ONE LINE
Run the same threshold workout enough times and the effort becomes automatic. Fitness improves, but the pace you associate with "hard" doesn't automatically update — so you keep training a feeling instead of your actual physiology.

Paul M Johnson - CNC,CSNC,PES
Aug 13 min read


VDOT RUNNING CALCULATOR: 5 PACES, 1 RACE RESULT, 60 SECONDS
Easy runs drift faster because a faster pace feels productive. Hard runs drift slower because holding true threshold effort is uncomfortable. Give it a few months and both zones blur into one gray, medium-hard pace that trains nothing particularly well.

Paul M Johnson - CNC,CSNC,PES
Jul 303 min read


I Train Naked - Like Full Monty Naked - The Joy of Wearing Nothing
Welcome, fitness enthusiasts, to the wild world of training naked. That's right folks I train naked.

Paul M Johnson - CNC,CSNC,PES
Dec 15, 20233 min read


"Yasso 800s: Running Circles Around Your Goals"
Yasso 800s—an intriguing running workout that's as challenging as it is satisfying. Named after the running guru Bart Yasso.

Paul M Johnson - CNC,CSNC,PES
Nov 19, 20233 min read


4 Reasons For and Against Using Super Shoes That "May" Take Your Running to the Next Level
Super shoes for running are a relatively recent innovation that has gained significant attention among the running community. These shoes are designed with advanced technologies and materials that provide exceptional cushioning, energy return, and propulsion, resulting in enhanced athletic performance. One of the most noteworthy features of super shoes is the carbon fiber plate that is integrated into the midsole, which acts as a springboard to propel the runner forward. The

Paul M Johnson - CNC,CSNC,PES
Mar 29, 20233 min read


Pedaling and Pounding: The Pros and Cons of Training with a Power Meter for Triathletes
Training with a power meter has recently become increasingly popular among cyclists, runners, and triathletes. Power meters provide real-time, objective data that can be used to improve performance, monitor progress, and tailor training to individual needs. However, like any training tool, power meters have benefits and drawbacks that must be considered when deciding whether to use them. This post will explore the benefits and drawbacks of training with a power meter for cyc

Paul M Johnson - CNC,CSNC,PES
Mar 18, 20234 min read


5 Reasons Track Sessions Should Be Part Of Your Triathlon Training Regime.
Triathlon, being a multi-disciplinary sport, involves the completion of three continuous and sequential endurance events, which include swimming, cycling, and running. Combining these events requires a high level of physical fitness, mental toughness, and proper training to achieve optimal performance. One aspect of triathlon training that is often overlooked is track workouts. Track workouts are a series of interval training exercises performed on a running track. → Set Your

Paul M Johnson - CNC,CSNC,PES
Feb 11, 20233 min read


Top 10 Steps To Crush Your First Triathlon!
Training for a triathlon is an exciting and challenging journey that requires dedication, focus, and commitment. Triathlons typically consist of three disciplines: swimming, cycling and running, and each one requires a different set of skills and training. If you plan to participate in your first triathlon, the following tips will help you get on the right track. → Start Here Before You Train Step 1: Set a goal. The first step in training for a triathlon is to set a goal. Cho

Paul M Johnson - CNC,CSNC,PES
Jan 30, 20233 min read
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