Leg day for marathon training: the strength work runners actually need
Build strength, mobility, and flexibility to run stronger for longer. Discover the best leg day routine, plyometrics, and daily injury-prevention work for marathon training.
The Unprofessional Athlete
Once convinced exercise was a scam, The Unprofessional Athlete swapped cigarettes for trainers hoping it might distract from the futility of existence. It didn’t. But it did spark an obsession with running, lifting, cooking, and injuries.
How much should you eat during marathon training?
Trying to eat enough for marathon training without ending up face-first in the biscuit aisle.
Should I run with a hangover?
Is a hangover a good enough excuse not to run? Let's look at what might happen if you decide not to be entirely pathetic.
Can you carb load on Haribo?
Can fizzy cola bottles be just as good as fusilli? Here's how to carb load for your long runs without hitting the wall. Or the toilet.
Marathon training in your late 30s: what hurts and what works
How to adapt your mileage, recovery, and strength work to train smarter and avoid injury as you get older.
Running with plantar fasciitis: all the pain and limited gain
Training for a marathon with plantar fasciitis? Here’s how I’m managing the pain, from taping tricks to the one reason I keep a crutch by my bed.
Cooking chicken in bulk: easy meal prep for hitting high protein goals
One cooking session, a week of meals. How to meal prep chicken breast for high-protein lunches and dinners without dying of boredom.