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What is ‘fasted cardio’ and is it useful for endurance performance?
Nutritionist and endurance athlete Mick Chapman explains the concept of fasted cardio, and breaks down when it can be useful for athletes.



Racing on instinct: is it the right way to run?
Instinct in racing is not about self-preservation and playing it safe, but being courageous, taking risks and seeking rewards.



How to optimise your marathon pacing: the 10-10-10 approach
Whether you’re chasing a personal best, or simply want to finish strong, getting your marathon pacing right is critical to success.



Exciting Sydney marathon will give fast athletes a last gasp at Olympic dream
On April 25th, some of Australia’s top marathoners, including Jessica Stenson and Thomas do Canto, will have an opportunity to chase the Olympic qualifying standard.



John Quinn: 5 lessons from an elite sprinting coach
Here are five takeaways from our interview with John Quinn, the coach helping 400-metre superstar Bendere Oboya prepare for her Olympic debut.



A possible assault on the Australian record books
The men and women’s 1000m records are within striking distance at the Box Hill Burn, while McSweyn will chase Mottram’s incredible 5000m record.



Dion Finocchiaro: 5 lessons from the national 50km record holder
From finding strategies to stay mentally engaged in long races, to drawing inspiration from recreational runners with hectic schedules, we share some insightful takeaways from our interview with Dion Finocchiaro.



The case for an Olympic marathon trials in Australia
The Australian Olympic Marathon trials could be the most exciting race on domestic soil we never get to witness. Hopefully that changes.



Trevor Hofbauer: 5 lessons from the Canadian marathon champion
From doing all the little things in training, to embracing the mental edge of being an underdog, here are some key takeaways from our interview with Canadian marathon champion Trevor Hofbauer.