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Insights, guides, and resources for endurance coaches covering coaching science, athlete management, business growth, and updates from EndoGusto.
Negative Split Running: The Smartest Race Strategy Explained
Learn why negative split running works, how to execute it at every distance, and how to train the discipline that separates smart racers from the rest.
How to Pace a Half Marathon: Build Your Race Plan
Set goal pace from training data, execute phase by phase, and adjust for heat, hills, and when your half marathon pacing plan starts to crack mid-race.
Running Race Strategy: How to Pace Every Distance
Build a running race strategy that fits every distance from 5K to marathon. Pacing tactics, course reading, and what to do when the plan breaks.
Marathon Pacing Strategy: How to Pace Your Marathon Perfectly
Learn how to set the right goal pace, execute phase by phase, and adjust your marathon pacing strategy for hills, heat, and when things go wrong.
Coaching the 70.3 Triathlon Athlete for Sustainable Performance
Learn how to coach 70.3 triathlon athletes for repeatable performance. Practical frameworks for season structure, load management, and recovery planning.
Training Load Management in Triathlon: A Practical Guide for Coaches
Learn how to measure and manage training load across swim, bike, and run. A practical triathlon training plan progression table and ACWR framework inside.
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.