Pushing the Training Edge Without Going Over
"Should I Push or Should I Back Off?" – the Answer is Inside You.
Author
Matt Fitzgerald
Matt Fitzgerald is an endurance sports author, coach, and nutritionist. His many books include Running the Dream, 80/20 Running, and How Bad Do You Want It? Matt’s writing has also appeared in numerous magazines and on many popular websites. He is the cofounder and co-head coach of 80/20 Endurance and the creator of the Diet Quality Score smartphone app. A lifelong endurance athlete, he speaks frequently at events throughout the United States and internationally.
My Stories
It’s Time to Give the Talk Test More Than Lip Service
Want to train at the right intensity? The simple talk test is proven to be as accurate as new technologies.
Do-It-Yourself Lactate Threshold Testing
Lactate threshold is one of the best measures of running fitness, and most useful for planning your training. Here's how to discover your lactate threshold without a lab.
A Body Tuned for Performance
Rules for managing your body composition without focusing on your weight.
The Even-Pacing Strategy: Not As Simple as It Sounds
Steady pacing is proven to be the most effective strategy in long races, so why is it so hard to achieve? Plus: The keys to mastering pacing.
Why We Choke and How to Perform When It Matters
Brain science reveals the reasons we choke when we care most about our performance, and strategies to build the confidence we need to avoid it.
How Often Should You Run?
Optimizing your running frequency requires considering your goals, life schedule, running experience and motivation.
The 10 Best Carbohydrate Sources For Runners
Eat (and drink) these items to up your carbohydrate intake and reap their endurance performance benefits.
The Case for Moderately Challenging Runs
Sometimes the best run is somewhere between hard and easy. Here are three uses for moderate runs, and three examples to try.
5 Reasons to Keep A Training Log and How to Do It
How keeping a training diary will help you become a better runner and find more satisfaction in your running.
3 Next-Level Interval Workouts
Advanced training methods proven effective by scientists, coaches, and athletes.
3 Pro-Style Workouts That Will Make You Race-Fit (If They Don’t Destroy You)
An amateur who trained with a top elite team shares three of their multi-pace killer workouts plus lighter versions for mortals getting marathon-fit.