Running Economy
3 articles
TrainingJuly 8, 2026 · 7 MIN
Running Cadence: The Science of Stride Rate and Why 180 Steps per Minute Is Misunderstood
Running cadence affects ground contact time, vertical oscillation, and injury risk — but the oft-cited 180 spm target is a misread of the original research. Here's what the data actually says and how to optimise your cadence.
TrainingJune 25, 2026 · 7 MIN
Plyometric Training for Runners: How Jump Training Builds Speed, Economy, and Resilience
Plyometrics are not just for sprinters. Endurance runners who add targeted plyometric sessions to their training show measurable improvements in running economy, stride power, and injury resilience — without the bulk that traditional strength training can produce.
TrainingJune 15, 2026 · 8 MIN
Running Economy: Why Two Runners With the Same VO2max Run Different Times
Running economy — the oxygen cost at a given pace — varies by up to 20% between runners of equal aerobic capacity. Here's what drives those differences and what you can actually change.