Many long-distance runners use dietary supplements as part of their regular training or competition routine, including about 85% of elite track and field athletes. But the answer to the question of what is the best nutritional supplements for runners, the scientific support is still a little behind. A balanced nutritional diet, supplemented with a vitamin … Read more
I still remember one of my first long training runs where I “hit the wall.” My legs turned to lead, I felt uncomfortable, and I had no idea what went wrong. It wasn’t about mental grit—it was my fuel. The glycogen storage, the body’s high-octane fuel, had run dry. That moment shaped how I trained … Read more
Today it’s rare seeing running people without music, as in-ear earbuds or over the ears as headphones. For most of us, we choose a certain rhythm that fits our running pace. When I bought my first apple iPhone I became aware of headphones for running training, because the box included in-ear headphones! So, I was … Read more
Hi and welcome to my marathon training website! I’m Henrik, and my fascination with running all began when I stumbled upon a book that would shape my future: ‘Run the Lydiard Way.’ This book introduced me to the concept of Long Slow Distance (LSD) training, which transformed my perspective on running. Imagine a time when … Read more