Science
Science-based articles on endurance coaching, performance metrics, and data-driven coaching principles.
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…
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…
6 types of endurance training
Endurance training consists of six key components: aerobic and anaerobic endurance, muscular and strength endurance, speed endurance, and mental endurance.
Periodization Models in Endurance Sports: Designing Peak Performance
Every endurance coach understands the risks of unstructured training: overtraining, underperformance, stagnation, and even burnout. But structuring training based on science—and not guesswork—is what transforms effort into elite performance.
Functional Threshold Power (FTP) Testing in Cycling: A Guide for Endurance Coaches
Introduction Functional Threshold Power (FTP) testing has become a cornerstone in the training process of cyclists, offering invaluable insights into an athlete’s fitness and performance potential. It’s measured in watts and serves as an indicator of cycling fitness and a…