Trail running is a demanding sport and it calls for smart preparation. The biggest challenges come from technical terrain and steep elevation in the mountains. You’re used to …
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Jacky started running after he quit playing football. Jacky made his marathon debut in 2019 at the Lyon Marathon in 3h15. Then in 2021 at the Paris Marathon …
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Are you dreaming of conquering the marathon, breaking the barriers of 3 hours, 3h30, 4h, 4h30, or 5h? Surprisingly, your chances of achieving a time just under 4 …
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‘Conquer the mountain!’ This slogan encapsulates the fervor for trail running, a genuine phenomenon in the running world. However, embarking on the trail is not a spontaneous endeavor …
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In the realm of trail running, there comes a point where a crucial accessory becomes indispensable: trail poles. While they might not be necessary for a “rolling” or …
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Engaging in rando-course or rando-trail, a training session that alternates between running and hiking phases, is an excellent way to prepare for trail races of any level. If …
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While the term “trail” often conjures images of natural spaces, particularly in the mountains, individuals residing in cities such as Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, Lille, Brussels, and others may …
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After adding cycling as a cross-training sport in 2022, a new sport has now made its debut on RunMotion Coach: swimming. With running, cycling, and swimming workouts now …
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The crawl is the most efficient way of swimming if you want to swim fast and for a long time. That’s why the crawl is the stroke chosen …
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We have already mentioned cycling as cross-training when preparing for running and trail running goals. Additionally, there is another sport that runners appreciate when they want to increase …
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Regardless of what training plan you follow, chances are you’ll hear about paces expressed as a percentage of MAS or as a percentage of maximum heart rate (HRMax). …
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The measurement of Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE), or more simply, the feeling of exertion, is a method that is being used more and more in running. Indeed, …
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