Training Phases
2 articles
TrainingAugust 15, 2026 · 9 MIN
Base Building: How to Build Aerobic Endurance Before Speed Work
Skipping the base phase is the most common training mistake in endurance sport. A proper 8–12 week aerobic base — 80% of runs at Zone 2 — builds the mitochondrial engine that makes speed work productive.
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NutritionJuly 7, 2026 · 8 MIN
Periodized Nutrition for Endurance Athletes: Fueling Different Training Phases
The same diet that builds aerobic base in winter sabotages race-specific speed work in spring. Periodized nutrition aligns carbohydrate, fat, and protein intake with training phase demands — here's the framework.
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