About Running

About the quiet work

It has been a while since my last post. The way I manage this publication is very similar to the way I work (paid or unpaid), I don’t stress about periods of downtime and I maximise periods of inspiration.

About race time predictions

How many times have you typed into Google “how do I know my marathon pace?” or “workouts to predict my…

About the meaning of training

I have seen this scenario dozens of times… A runner training for a 10k or a Half marathon in a very non…

About the excitement of the uneventful

I’ve been running marathons for about 11 years now. I’m not even certain about the number of…

About Rest

I got back to my running routine back at the end of 2020. If I remember correctly it was December 27th. 9 weeks ago. For me getting back to running means having to build a base for some weeks before starting to get more specific and precise about the type of training I’m after.

About taking your time

I think it’s obvious at this point I have never really had the desire to impose my thoughts about running on people. I have certain firm views on good practice and I have some decent experience on what doesn't tend to work but I still think the key to improving one’s performance has to…

Why do we slow down?

I know I have already written some pieces about the role of the mind in running but I feel like sharing a few more thoughts on the subject.

I seem to remember talking a lot about how we must be disciplined and strong minded to follow marathon plans, complete the…

About marathon goals

I think it’s about the right time of year to reflect on the last 12 months and start considering objectives for 2021!

About running through the pain

How much pain is too much pain? We’ve all been there. Whatever the distance, when you’re racing and…