hustle.run.thrive. blog — train smarter not harder

We all want quick results, but when it comes to fixing past training mistakes, a month isn’t enough. Your body doesn’t just snap back—it adapts, rewires, and rebuilds, but only if you give it time. In this post, we’ll dig into why patience is the key to real progress, how your body changes beneath the surface, and why rushing the process sets you back. If you’re ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start training smarter, let’s talk.

Functional strength is about training movements, not just muscles. It focuses on exercises that mimic the way your body moves in daily life and in sport.

We’ve all been there. You lace up your shoes, step outside, and jump straight into your run without a second thought. Maybe you’re short on time, maybe you just want to get going, or maybe you’ve never really felt the need to warm up.

Most runners assume they’re eating enough—but many are missing the mark in ways that directly impact performance. Underfueling isn’t just about calories; it’s about getting the right nutrients at the right time. In this post, I break down the common mistakes endurance athletes make with fueling, the deceptive "sweet spot" before underfueling crashes performance, and why even experienced runners still fall into diet-culture thinking. If you’re constantly tired, struggling to recover, or hitting a plateau, it might be time to rethink your nutrition strategy.

If you’ve ever worked with a coach or physical therapist, you might have noticed something. Athletes in sports like golf and tennis get a ton of attention when it comes to form.