Race Day Rule #1: Nothing New
New shoes. New gels. New breakfast. Race day is not the time to experiment. One small change can ruin weeks of training. Here’s why the smartest runners stick to what they already know.
Evidence-based training tips, running science, and practical advice from 18+ years of experience. Take the red pill and discover how to train smarter, not just harder.
New shoes. New gels. New breakfast. Race day is not the time to experiment. One small change can ruin weeks of training. Here’s why the smartest runners stick to what they already know.
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