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From Zero to 5K: A Beginner's Guide
You don't need to be a runner to start. The walk/run method and what to expect week by week.
Read Article →You're Running Your Easy Runs Too Fast
80% of your training should feel easy. Here's why most runners ignore this, and what VO2max zones reveal about your real easy pace.
Read Article →5 First-Marathon Mistakes That Ruin Race Day
Starting too fast, under-fueling, skipping the taper. The mistakes nearly every first-timer makes.
Read Article →RPE: The One Tool That Makes Every Runner Better
Rate of perceived exertion is instant, device-free, and surprisingly accurate. Here's how to use it.
Read Article →The Taper: Why Less Running Makes You Faster
The physiology behind tapering, common mistakes that undo weeks of training, and a week-by-week guide.
Read Article →Your First Half Marathon: A Complete Guide
From minimum fitness to race day pacing. A 12-week overview, key workouts, and fuelling strategy.
Read Article →The Art of the Recovery Week
Why recovery weeks matter, what to do (and not do), and how to know when you need a deload.
Read Article →How Heat Affects Your Running
Cardiac drift, pace adjustments per degree, heat acclimatisation, and how Snel adapts your targets.
Read Article →How Snel Uses Your Strava Data
Auto-matching, VO2max recalibration from real pace data, and privacy-first read-only access.
Read Article →The 10-Minute Warmup That Prevents Injuries
A specific warmup protocol, why static stretching before running is counterproductive, and how to cool down.
Read Article →Get faster, every Friday
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