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Insights, guides, and resources for endurance coaches covering coaching science, athlete management, business growth, and updates from EndoGusto.
How to Start a Running Club — Build Community, Make an Impact.
Learn how to start a running club from scratch — and turn it into a business or side hustle. Step-by-step guide for runners, coaches, and fitness enthusiasts who want to lead and inspire their local running community. From Passion to…
Smart Training Intensity Distribution Models for Amateurs
Discover how pyramidal and polarized training models help amateur runners boost endurance, balance intensity, and train smarter—not harder.
Triathlon Swim Training: Building Endurance and Efficiency the Smart Way
The Smart Approach to Swim Training For many triathletes, the swim is more than the first leg of a race — it’s a psychological hurdle. The open water, the chaotic start, and the technical precision it demands make it unlike…
Coach Spotlight: Michael van der Klei – Building Community, Mile by Mile
On the Thursday before the 2025 Spartathlon, we met up with EndoGusto coach Michael van der Klei—an accomplished ultrarunner who had traveled to Greece to toe the line.
Why Distance Runners Need Strength Training
Carlos Balsalobre-Fernandez shared his experience at the European Athletics High Performance Webinar series. His talk breaks down why endurance athletes can’t afford to skip the weight room. Here are the big takeaways. Key Insights Improves Running Economy Strength training enhances…
The Athens Marathon. The Authentic – A Pacing Strategy for the Ages
Millions of marathon runners worldwide challenge themselves annually. It is the Athens Marathon. The Authentic
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FTP and how is it calculated?
Functional Threshold Power (FTP) represents the highest power an inidividual can sustain for about an hour.
What does Heart Rate at Lactate Threshold mean?
Heart Rate at Lactate Threshold (HR at LT) indicates the effort level where fatigue begins to build.
What is a macrocycle in endurance training?
A macrocycle is a long-term training block (often 6–12 months) that includes preparation, build, and recovery phases.
What is the RPE scale in training?
The Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale measures how hard an athlete feels they’re working.
How do I set performance goals for my athletes?
Start by evaluating your athlete's current fitness level then define outcome and process goals based on that starting point.
What is periodization in endurance coaching?
Periodization is the systematic planning of training to optimize performance and recovery.