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Other activities whilst MAF training
Hi, I am looking to race 5km in a few months time and I have been doing the MAF running in preparation for the races. But I also do boxing circuits 3 times
Slow improvement
I have done 10 runs in the maf method. I am 49 years old and I am supposed to stay at 126 My pace is 9:40 per km and sometimes slower Is this normal?
Returning to runner @65
I was forced to stop running @ 55 due to heel bump. I turned to an elliptical. Now @ 65 heel completely healed, can I try running? Nicole's reply: Hi,
Arthritis in big toe
I have been advised by my podiatrist to get a shoe with less flexible sole as I have arthritis in my big toe. I have been using asics 2000gt for years
Stryd Footpod Review - I put it to the test in training and racing
Stryd footpod review. As a recreational runner, I've been using Stryd for a year now on both road and trail to see if I could improve my race times..
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Only starting. Four months to marathon.
Only starting. Four months to marathon. Will I have enough time to stick with programme and compete? Nicole's reply: Hi Paddy, thanks for the question.
MAF running after one year?
Hi Nicole, I just hit my one year mark MAF running and I need advice. 1) I still have to jog/walk at 14/15 minute miles even though I have improved. I
Heart rate too low?
My heart rate at 8 min miles is 130, I am 35 so is should run at 145 in theory. That would mean about 7:30/7:20 for me. My coach says this is too fast
New to MAF
Hi Nicole, I am 46 years old. I just started using MAF method during my runs. It is painfully slow. It is around 11.36 per km. I am trying to maintain
Running during a Thunderstorm and Lightning
If you get caught out and find yourself running during a thunderstorm, follow some simple rules in order to stay safe
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Is 12 weeks too short to use MAF for a 50km ultra
Hi, I have just done the Tarawera 54k ultra & have the UTA50 coming up in May. That gives me 12 weeks. Can I incorporate MAF in such a short time with
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MAF Training Diet
Hi Nicole, Do I have to watch my carbs intake with MAF training method? I started MAF training method a couple of months ago for 5 training sessions
5 Women Runners Whose Stories you Should Read
These women runners may not all be the fastest or the fittest but they certainly are inspirational
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