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“Built Different,” Ultras, Ironmans & The Great Recovery Confusion: Clearing Up What Runners Keep Getting Wrong
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A grounded, slightly unhinged deep dive into why runners misunderstand recovery, race stress, and training load. This guide breaks down the truth behind “built different,” ultra runner bravado, Ironman recovery timelines, and why training stress is not the same as racing stress. Learn how polarization, progressive overload, and periodization actually keep you healthy, strong, and progressing long-term.
Why Recovery Runs Are a Myth (And What Easy Runs Are Really For)
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Stop misusing the term “recovery run.” Learn why easy runs matter, how they help, and why they’re not the same as recovery.
Why You’re Not “Too Slow” — You’re Just Training Like You’re 25
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You’re not slowing down — you’re just training with an outdated playbook. Learn how to rebuild strength, speed, and recovery so your performance evolves with your physiology, not against it.