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RUNNING COACH BLOG


A Guide to ROAD and Trail Running Shoes: Choosing the Right Pair
Choosing the right shoes is a common concern among runners, and it’s a topic I often encounter with my athletes and in the clinic. The...


The Menstrual Cycle and Performance: Insights for Female Athletes
The original article was published for the RunTriMag on January 31st, 2025. Access here: https://runtrimag.com/the-menstrual-cycle-and-pe...


Principles of Periodisation in Ultramarathon Training
Periodisation is a structured approach to training that systematically develops an athlete’s physiological adaptations over time. For...


5K race pace conversion to easy and recovery pace
Paces are in minute/km

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
Dec 20, 2024


The Art of Program Planning in Endurance Running: A Structured Approach
The original article was published for the RunTriMag on November 19th, 2024. Access here: https://runtrimag.com/the-art-of-program-planni...

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
Nov 27, 2024


Measuring Your Runs by Heart Rate vs. Effort
The original article was published for the RunTriMag on October 14th, 2024. Access here: https://runtrimag.com/measuring-your-runs-by-hea...

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
Nov 27, 2024


Anti-inflammatory Interventions in Sports: A Critical Update
The original article was published for the RunTriMag on August 26th, 2024. Access here: https://runtrimag.com/anti-inflammatory-intervent...

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
Nov 27, 2024


Running Biomechanics: Key for Speed and Injury Prevention
The original article was published for the RunTriMag on July 16th, 2024. Access here: https://runtrimag.com/running-biomechanics/ Running...

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
Nov 27, 2024


The Effects of Heat: Heat Acclimatization
The original article was published for the RunTriMag on June 8th, 2024. Access here: https://runtrimag.com/the-effects-of-heat/ The...

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
Nov 27, 2024


VO2 Max: A Key Indicator of Performance in Endurance Athletes
VO2 max is a critical measure in the world of exercise physiology, especially for endurance athletes such as runners, cyclists, and...

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
Sep 6, 2024


Optimising Performance: The Impact of Ketogenic Diet in Endurance Sports
Authors: Alicja Wypasek, Irene Molina-Gonzalez The ketogenic diet has gained popularity due to its health benefits. However, many people...

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
Aug 29, 2024


Heat Acclimatisation for Athletic Performance
Heat acclimatisation (HA) is a technique elite athletes use to enhance performance in both hot and cold conditions. This process,...

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
May 31, 2024


Optimising Athlete Performance: The Role of Heart Rate Variability in Training and Health Assessment
Heart Rate Variability (HRV) refers to the variation in the time between heartbeats. Unlike the constant ticking of a watch, heartbeats...

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
May 19, 2024


How to Fuel for Peak Performance: Mastering Race Nutrition for Ultramarathons
Race nutrition stands as a pivotal factor in the success of ultramarathon runners. Inadequate nutrition strategies often lead to...

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
Apr 9, 2024


Maximising Your Running Performance: Understanding Intensity and Training Zones
In the world of running, understanding the intricacies of training intensity is paramount for achieving peak performance while avoiding...

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
Mar 28, 2024


Collagen supplementation: The Key for Post-workout Recovery and Healthy Ageing
-Disclaimer: The purpose of this article is solely to provide information; it does not prescribe or recommend intake. Any supplementation...

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
Dec 21, 2023


Protein Supplementation: What, When, and How?
Authors: Laura Perez & Irene Molina-Gonzalez Our muscles are made of muscle fibres rich in contractile proteins. Our skeletal muscle...

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
Nov 7, 2023


Through Action and Movement, We Stay in Control
Author: Mario Rodriguez Rodriguez ‘There is nothing more inspiring in this world than witnessing a soul conquer adversity ‘ The...

Mario Rodriguez Rodriguez, BSc, MSc
Sep 11, 2023


The benefits of exercise and movement on wellbeing and mental health
“If scientists developed a pill that reproduced all the benefits from exercise, we could treat many diseases.” Author; Irene...

Irene Molina-Gonzalez, PhD
Aug 29, 2023
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