The One Percent Better Runner | DLake, Mike Trees & Friends
125 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsJoin thousands of other committed runners listening to the most exciting run and endurance sports content on the internet.
Hosted by Daren DLake (Creates) with sometimes co-host Mike Trees (aka Run.NRG on Instagram)
We show smart runners how to perform 1% better daily in their training, racing, careers, and lives.
The truth is, most running info is repetitive. So to make your life easy, we've spent the last 52+ years reading, watching, studying, talking to experts and doing as much as I could so you don’t have to make the same mistakes as us and be as dope as you can be.
Daren is also a 10-Hour Ironman finishing triathlete and sub-3-hour marathon runner.
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Episodes
You're Running at the Wrong Time - Find Out When is Best
April 23, 2024 19:04 - 17 minutes - 20.9 MBWatch and Read This Episode Here Trigger warning: All runners need to run in the morning. All runners need to run in the afternoon. Which one made you angry? Which one did you agree with? I hope you’re screaming at your screen with your answer and cursing me out. No… I don’t hope that, but yeah, engagement for the algorithm right? In this quick episode, I’ll touch on; Morning Habit Formation & Flexibility Evening Habit Formation & Flexibility Combining Morning and Evening Routines ...
How To Become A One Percent Better Runner Everyday
April 11, 2024 12:59 - 51 minutes - 61.2 MBWelcome to the one percent better runner. I've spent the last 12 years researching, experimenting on myself and talking to experts to get 1 percent better in my training, racing, and life. All to make it a bit easier for you to try to do it on your own. I'm Daren DLake runs a lifelong runner and all-around performance optimizer of all things. In this episode, the tables were turned, and I was interviewed by the Run Tok Live podcast crew. I touched on how to get one percent better in your r...
What I learned by lifting like a pro runner
March 12, 2024 18:00 - 41 minutes - 79.3 MBWatch and read this here In this episode you’re going to find out what happens at the intersection where science meets the pavement – the quest for ultimate running performance. We’ll dissect the importance of power and speed in your resistance/weight training. I’ll answer the question for runners; where does power, speed, strength, muscle endurance, and hypertrophy fit in to an already crowded training plan? Especially for distance runners?! I’ll even tell my own story of how I switched ...
10 Things Beginner Runners Need to Stop Doing Now
February 21, 2024 06:00 - 48 minutes - 111 MBRead and Watch this HERE As runners and endurance athletes (Hey triathletes and cyclists!), we all love knowing what you should do! But sometimes it’s nice to look at the inverse. Inverse just means the opposite. In the context of running and training, knowing what IS NOT good for you is just as effective as knowing what is. The point of this episode is not to embarrass anyone, but to get you to think more about what you are doing by again, looking at the opposite of what good is. This is...
Three reasons why run commuting is better than bicycle commuting
February 14, 2024 12:05 - 19 minutes - 45 MBWhich is better - run or bicycle commuting? What if I told you that your commute, yeah… that same old route you take every day, could be your new secret weapon in your running arsenal? It's time to change up your mentality on what you think you know about getting from point A to point B. Welcome to the dope world of run commuting, where every step isn't just a path to going somewhere else, but a leap towards a healthier, more badass version of yourself. By the end of this, you're not just...
How to stop overtraining and instead find the sweet spot in your running
February 07, 2024 05:30 - 26 minutes - 59.9 MBWatch and Read this here The More is More Paradox of Training and Life. If I told you that less is more, you would probably believe me, right? Unfortunately, most people’s brains think more is more. It just makes sense. The more you work the more returns you get out. The hedonic treadmill in its most purest form. As a runner or even in your career/school life you work hard you get the results. From understanding the law of diminishing returns to exploring historical perceptions of effort ...
Transform Your Run: Find Out These 3 Life-Changing Tools
January 16, 2024 18:30 - 15 minutes - 36.6 MBWatch or Read This Here Kickstart your year (or running journey) with dope insights on how running can enhance not just your fitness but your entire life, making you healthy, wealthy, and wise. In this video podcasting, while running a conversation with my American Sydney-sider friend, Stacey Trock, a passionate runner, we delve into how consistent running practices, smart financial habits, and continuous learning can transform your life. Keep listening/reading/watching as we explore the ...
The 7 beginner secrets to pro level run form
January 10, 2024 05:30 - 44 minutes - 102 MBBack when I ran track in college, I had a decent amount of raw genetic talent to run faster. But as I graduated to endurance running, my inefficient overstriding led to some serious knee injuries. Imagine how fast I could have been if I actually worked on my form. In the 80s it was mostly thought good running form was a natural talent and not a skill to be worked at and acquired. If you compare my run form from now to 20 years ago it's a world of difference. Learn the 7 best tips to run yo...
40 Things I wish I would have known when I started running (Part 2)
January 03, 2024 05:30 - 17 minutes - 40 MBGet 1% better everyday with deep dive tips and tricks from my FREE newsletter https://dlakecreates.com/news If you want to save 25 years of embarrassing run failures and mistakes, please keep reading (or watch or listen to it here). I decided to return in time to one year ago and finally finish that list of those 40 things about running that I wish I had known 25 years back. In part one, some epic stuff was said, and even more epic failures were done. But with part two, I really wanted to...
Do these 3 things with your run shoes to have healthy feet forever
December 19, 2023 17:30 - 20 minutes - 45.9 MBWatch and Read this here Most runners know the importance of shoes to run. If you don't know how important they are, try running really fast or long in non-running shoes, and you will quickly find out. But have you ever stopped to wonder the role that feet and in particular, what role shoes play in the quest to perform better as you age? Find out how critical feet and shoes really are and more in this episode of - DLake Deliberates. Timestamps of what useful things you'll learn [01:23] ...
Which is Better for Running: Going Far or Fast?
December 12, 2023 18:00 - 18 minutes - 43.4 MBWe are now on Youtube! Watch and/or read it here (if you like to consume your content like that) Are you a short and sweet type of person or do you like to go until you drop? Who’s wrong? Who’s right? What do you do? Does it even matter? This debate has been around for as long as running has existed. In this podcast, we'll dive into the debate and see if we can help you choose (or validate your side of things) Timestamps 00:09 Doing one fast vs one hundred. 04:44 Running preferences an...
Base Aerobic Run Toolkit: Everything you need to know about slowing down to be fast
December 06, 2023 06:00 - 50 minutes - 115 MBWant to become an endurance machine? Or are you looking to hit a 5k PB? It’s all about the base, ‘bout the base… base training, that is! You can do all the speedwork in the world, but if you’re not putting it on top of a solid foundation of consistent, aerobic base training, you’re wasting your energy. We’re talking with Mike Trees about how everyone – from beginners to the most committed runners – can up their running game with aerobic base training. And yes, we’re going to hit on anaerobic...
Can a new or experienced runner out run a bad diet?
November 20, 2023 18:30 - 24 minutes - 55.1 MBWatch and read the whole episode here Most people start running to lose body fat, right? All their running friends are skinny, so losing body fat is what happens, right? Scientists have been saying for a while now that you can't outrun a bad diet, and I mostly agree. It's like jumping off a cliff and building a plane on the way down. I'm not saying it's impossible. But it's pretty hard to do. Most people can't actually do it. But what if I were to tell you that there's actually a way that ...
Can a Vegan Plant Based Diet Really Make You Run Faster?
November 01, 2023 06:00 - 12 minutes - 27.6 MB▶️ This is now on YOUTUBE! Watch and read it all here (if you like consuming your content like that) https://dlakecreates.com/veganmeat Some people don’t eat meat for performance - some do. Who’s wrong? Who’s right? What do you do? Does it even matter? Let us know and comment below what you do! Timestamps 02:19 Vegan versus omnivore diet. 04:13 Veganism and performance improvement. 10:38 Reasons for personal dietary choices. 11:27 Training options and recommendations. Links & Lear...
Marathon Secrets From An Insider Revealed: 3 Tips for an Epic Race Day
October 31, 2023 05:30 - 37 minutes - 86.3 MBIn this episode, you will learn the top three things we think a person new and even experienced to the marathon should focus on that they usually don't. I have a saying, the marathon isn't twice as hard as a half marathon. It is 2 to the 2nd power. It's exponentially harder, so that's 4 times harder than a marathon. I had the privilege of getting exclusive insider info from James Constantine, the digital marketing manager for PONT3, who delivered the event on behalf of the Sydney Marathon. ...
The dangers of running in the grey zone for beginners
October 04, 2023 00:02 - 26 minutes - 61.4 MBThe GREY ZONE for athletes is similar to purgatory in Catholic/Christian religious circles. In the in-between place right after you die, you’re not alive but you’re also not in the afterlife. You’re really only mildly suffering in a hybrid limbo state. Most coaches preach to not stay in the grey zone and if you’re training for a run or endurance event, you might know to follow the 80/20 rule. Eight out of ten runs should be easy like very easy and two of those ten should be hard… like very h...
These Two Workouts Will Make You Strong or Kill You Trying
September 20, 2023 06:00 - 8 minutes - 20.5 MBSubscribe to free newsletter to get 1% better at https://dlakecreates.com/news Listen and read it all here https://dlakecreates.com/opbsep2023 Vo2 Max building and hill workouts is the main focus on this. I go deep and tell you why vo2max building workouts are effective, different types of workouts and what actually makes a vo2max building workout different than the others Then I shift into a special hill sprint workout that I think is super valuable for you to have in your "workout tool...
The Weird Reason Why Your Run Breathing Technique Is Holding You Back (Nose vs Mouth Breathing)
September 06, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 92.4 MBToo many runners train in ‘the grey zone’, too fast for an easy run but too slow for a hard run. Nose breathing is a natural way to ensure your easy runs are easy, because you can not supply enough oxygen to the muscles if you run too fast. A 2018 study published in the International Journal of Exercise Science showed breathing through your nose makes your heart rate higher than breathing through your mouth, at the same pace. Listen, watch and read on as we go super deep on this. We belie...
This Unique Run Tempo Workout Will Help You Race Better
August 23, 2023 06:00 - 15 minutes - 34.6 MBSign up for the newsletter at https://dlakecreates.com/news Watch and read this at https://dlakecreates.com/opbaug23 Running advice to elevate your life: twice a month What's upcoming: 🧡 Threshold tests for different sports | Present Training Tip for you to try right now 📊Training Updates & Music hacks | Past things to learn from me 🌶 Spicy Slow Tempo Intervals | Future stuff for you to try Follow me on Instagram - https://instagram.com/dlakecreates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
6 Reasons Why Your 5K Run Time Isn't Improving
August 09, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 127 MBWant to run a faster 5k? Whether you’ve just done your first or you're a serious athlete looking to shave a few seconds off your 5k PR, we’ll tell you what you need to do to run that 5k distance faster. And to all you distance runners, we’re just gonna say it. Love me some distance, but you’d be best gettin’ your 5k time down. It’ll pay off in the longer runs – trust us. Listen on to find out more. We believe people learn wholistically and by different means so this podcast is now availabl...
Dice, Dice Baby, Smart Watch Lies and Run Dosages | Jul 1% better
July 26, 2023 06:30 - 16 minutes - 37 MB⌚️ Body Battery & Smart Watches | Present things you can try right now! 📊 Training Updates & What I’m digging | Past things to learn from me 🎲 Group Dice Workouts & Dosages | Future stuff for you to try Watch, read and sign up for the newsletter here. Welcome! Three Thing Thursday is dead. Long live One Percent Better! The internet’s best-running tips, wisdom and (bad) jokes newsletter. You'll be on your way to better performance in five minutes or less. I've spent the last 11 years ex...
Morning Runner Routine Secrets That Might Surprise You
July 19, 2023 07:00 - 18 minutes - 42.3 MBQuestion - want to know someone’s priority? Have them show you their calendar. Better yet, have them show you what they do every night and morning. You’ll then really see what they value the most. If you want more consistency in your run training so you can possibly race your best - listen/watch/read on! What You’ll Learn & Timestamps How to make your life fit running and your running fit your life There is no perfect routine, just the one that works for you Mike’s routine, my routine...
Runners – Your City Is Best Served Before 7 am
July 11, 2023 05:39 - 9 minutes - 20.9 MBI talk about the benefits and downsides of running in the morning to experience one's own city and community. I reference the movie Vanilla Sky and compare waking up early to seeing a city in a new light. Listen on to find out why I'm arguing so damn hard. What you’ll learn (time stamps) 01:07 Morning runs and city exploration. 03:14 Benefits of early mornings. 06:24 Experience the city at night. Counterarguments and acknowledges personal preferences and circumstances And much more ...
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June 27, 2023 04:04 - 14 minutes - 32.7 MBGo here to watch and read the newsletter and get even deeper bombs of knowledge. My newsletter in an audio format because... why not!!! It's 2023 and content is everywhere. Let's see how far I can have it reach. TLDR about what’s coming up; 🥵 Late night runs & 8 great recovery foods | Present things you can try right now! 📊Training Updates & What I’m digging | Past things to learn from me 🏃🏽♂️Tabata style intervals + Doing Real Work | Future stuff for you to try Sponsor: MOS COACHIN...
Top 3 Things To Do When You Start A Race Too Fast
June 13, 2023 05:35 - 23 minutes - 54.2 MBIn previous war times soldiers were taught to advance cautiously, to stay low and move slowly to avoid enemy fire. But there were those who charged ahead, ignoring the risks and the warnings. They were the ones who often paid the ultimate price. Fast forward to our modern personal, work, school and run lives. We face a constant pressure to hurry and rush towards success, and even to ignore the consequences of our actions. But just like in war, those who charge ahead without thinking can f...
Why You Should Use A Seasonal Diet Approach To Your Training
May 30, 2023 05:09 - 33 minutes - 77.8 MBSeasons are everywhere in life: Tax season, weather season, fashion season and yes, RUN SEASON. Like seasons you can’t keep wearing the same Summer clothes in the winter. That aint gonna work. So you gotta switch things and adapt! Just like the clothes in your closet, I’ll teach you how to adapt your eating to support your diff run seasons on this episode. In this episode of Trees and D-Lake, the hosts discuss how to adapt your eating habits to support your different running seasons. Just ...
Running Form: The Good, The Bad, and The Average | May TTT
May 25, 2023 05:41 - 15 minutes - 36.5 MBImproving running form is essential for success in any running event or endurance sport. Having good running form can help you run faster, farther, and with less effort. Poor running form can lead to injury, fatigue, and decreased performance. Unfortunately, many runners focus on the appearance of their running form instead of its efficiency. They want to look like the pros, but they don't consider the fact that the pros have likely been running for years and have developed their own unique...
Vo2 Max Run Workouts: These Will Make You Stronger or Kill You Trying
May 16, 2023 05:10 - 35 minutes - 81.7 MBThis was a wild one I almost didn’t put out. But after editing it and realising there was a lot of great information in here I let it slide. The reason why I wasn’t feeling it is that I wanted to talk about Vo2max workouts in this. But then I realised halfway through that we should have clearly explained what Vo2 and Vo2max were (they are different btw, and I use them interchangeably) Do you need to know advanced exercise science to get this? No. But this is a great intro to a bit of the s...
The link between carbs, cavemen and your inner GPS for run gains
May 02, 2023 07:24 - 16 minutes - 38.7 MBImagine this, you're a pilot in the cockpit of a plane. You have a destination, but the journey is full of unexpected turbulence and challenges. The key to success is staying on course and making small adjustments as needed. And just like flying a plane, navigating life requires a steady hand and a clear sense of direction. Learn all about cavemen, carbs, and recalibrating your inner GPS voice to make sure that you stay on course and reach your goals all on this episode of D Lake Deliberate...
Running Gels: Love Them or Hate Them? Here's What You Need to Know
March 07, 2023 02:12 - 15 minutes - 34.5 MBRunning gels are like stocks in the stock market. Some people swear by them and couldn't imagine training for a marathon without them, while others avoid them at all costs. Like with stocks, it's essential to research and determines what works best for you personally. We discuss using running gels as a source of energy during long runs or races. Then we emphasize the importance of researching and determining what works best for each runner, as some runners swear by gels while others avoid t...
The Truth About Running Injuries and How to Make A Safe Comeback (Injury Part 2)
February 21, 2023 02:26 - 24 minutes - 55.2 MBA few episodes back, we talked about four tips when coming back from injury. Now let’s talk about the long and bumpy road to connecting the dots and running your best times once you’ve gotten through that initial injury recovery period. There are four essential tips that we will walk through; You develop new mental toughness You have something new to track You get to learn the basics (this is a good thing) Follow (good) medical advice On that last point - we are not doctors, nor do we ...
Revealing the special sauce between 5k and 10k race training
February 07, 2023 02:46 - 27 minutes - 61.8 MBDiscover the subtle training differences between the 5k and 10k races. Learn how to improve your 10k time, how training changes for each race, and how to run a fast ultra 50k race. Listen on to find out more. What You’ll Learn Psychologically what is happening to your body in the 5k vs the 10k Can training for a 5k and 10k help you to run a fast ultra 50k race How your training needs to change from 5k specific to 10k specific work And more Links & Learnings If a XC runner started runn...
Breaking the run a lot and eat everything in sight mentality
January 24, 2023 02:35 - 15 minutes - 35.1 MBAfter a long run, it's hard to resist the urge to eat everything in sight, much like how it's hard to resist the pull of a toxic romantic relationship. Just like a long run can leave you feeling exhausted and drained, a toxic relationship can also drain you of your energy and sense of self. And just as a post-run snack can provide a much-needed energy boost, a toxic partner can also temporarily provide a rush of excitement and validation. Find out how to break the run a lot and eat everythi...
Use This Easy Run Drill Trick To Get Unreal Results
January 12, 2023 00:24 - 28 minutes - 64.3 MBWhen you see a runner with perfect running form, what do you think? Damn, they look fast, how can I look like that? How efficient are they at injury prevention?? Is that running form by winning the genetic lottery or did they work at it? Do they do drills to look that good? Well, you might not think those things, but I sure as hell do. Listen on to find out more! The 4 drills to help you get better run form Butt kicks uphill - get foot placed correctly high knee uphill - helps with g...
Seven proven supplements to help after hard runs
November 17, 2022 04:17 - 41 minutes - 95.4 MBWork + Rest + Recovery = Training, not work + work + work. This means that when you go hard or long on a run, you need to properly recover. Supplements! They polarise and divide the endurance sports and running community. Some people love em, so people don’t - I personally like them for many reasons and… maybe you should consider them in your recovery routine if you don’t already. Disclaimer - Take these if you’re healthy and consult with a medical professional. this is all for fun. this d...
Seven proven supplements to help you crush your run recovery
November 17, 2022 04:17 - 41 minutes - 95.4 MBWork + Rest + Recovery = Training, not work + work + work. This means that when you go hard or long on a run, you need to properly recover. Supplements! They polarise and divide the endurance sports and running community. Some people love em, so people don’t - I personally like them for many reasons and… maybe you should consider them in your recovery routine if you don’t already. Disclaimer - Take these if you’re healthy and consult with a medical professional. this is all for fun. this d...
What's better: Racing with music or silence? With Remy B Reel (This or That)
November 01, 2022 02:07 - 18 minutes - 41.4 MBWatch the video and read it all here Picture this it’s race morningof the race you’ve been training for all year. you’ve got your race shoes, your race clothes and your race tunes… or do you? Are you the type that races with music or without it? Well find out why you maybe should and shouldn’t on this special series called “This Or That” featuring Remy B Reel on Trees & DLake I teamed up with my content brother from another mother Remy B Reel to make this new style of video podcast glor...
The eight best science-backed whole foods for run recovery
October 19, 2022 03:56 - 32 minutes - 73.7 MBHow much thought do you put into what you eat after a run and how well it will help you recover? If you are like the 3 years ago, it wasn’t much more than “Was it easy to get and am I full - okay I'm good”. Learn about the 8 real foods that you can get anywhere for running recovery. This is a fun compliment episode to the best supplements for everyday recovery episode that we released a bit ago. Let’s talk about whole foods… real foods that you can easily find. Not processed packaged foo...
What's better: Running by time or by distance? With Remy B Reel (This or That)
September 29, 2022 03:23 - 18 minutes - 42.9 MBThis is now on YOUTUBE! Watch and read it all here (if you like to consume your content that way) Some people run by distance, while others care about how long they’ve been out. Who’s wrong? Who’s right? What do you do? Does it even matter? We find the answer to all those questions and more in this special series, "This Or That” featuring Remy B Reel on Trees & DLake. I teamed up with my content brother from another mother, Remy B Reel, to make this new style of video podcast glory. Our...
Is your run smartwatch data lying to you?
September 07, 2022 07:51 - 18 minutes - 42.6 MBAI aka Artificial intelligence is here to help us and not hurt us… for the most part 🙂. One place it wants to help us is with that thing on your wrist that you wear to track your running data. Find out if your run smartwatch insights and data are lying to you and more on this episode. [2:48] What exactly the insights are for each platform/watch [6:12] Why you still need a coach along with your smart watch [7:12] Why Most Smart Watches don't give you an objective to work towards [8:55] T...
What's better: 3-Zone or 5-zone heart rate training?
August 24, 2022 03:34 - 16 minutes - 37.3 MBPurgatory in catholic/Christian religious circles is the in-between place right after you die. You’re not alive but you’re also not in the afterlife. You’re mildly suffering in a hybrid limbo state of purgatory. If you’re training for a run or endurance event this place is also called the GREY ZONE. Most coaches preach to not stay in the grey zone (which is between aerobic and anaerobic heart rate zones on a 5 zone heart rate model). If you follow the 80/20 rule you know that 8 out of 10 r...
The Dangers Of Running In The Grey Zone For Beginners
July 26, 2022 23:55 - 26 minutes - 60 MBPurgatory in catholic/Christian religious circles is the in-between place right after you die. You’re not alive, but you’re also not in the afterlife. You’re mildly suffering in a hybrid limbo state of purgatory. If you’re training for a run or endurance event, this place is called the GREY ZONE! Most coaches preach to not stay in the grey zone (which is between aerobic and anaerobic heart rate zones on a 5 zone heart rate model) If you follow the 80/20 rule, you know that 8 out of 10 runs...
Why you should (and should NOT) run in the grey zone
July 26, 2022 23:55 - 26 minutes - 60 MBPurgatory in catholic/Christian religious circles is the in-between place right after you die. You’re not alive, but you’re also not in the afterlife. You’re mildly suffering in a hybrid limbo state of purgatory. If you’re training for a run or endurance event, this place is called the GREY ZONE! Most coaches preach to not stay in the grey zone (which is between aerobic and anaerobic heart rate zones on a 5 zone heart rate model) If you follow the 80/20 rule, you know that 8 out of 10 runs...
Mike Trees' History will make you a better runner - Guaranteed
July 14, 2022 04:03 - 32 minutes - 73.8 MBThere’s a saying - If you don’t know your history, then you are bound to repeat it. While it’s a stretch, knowing and understanding successful endurance athletes history might just prove to help you perform better in your life. In this episode we go into the archives and get to hear how Mike Trees got started in his 50 year endurance career (He just turned 60 years old and can still run a 17 min, 5k). Listen on to find out how to train, race and live with purpose for as long as possible o...
Study an ex-pro runner’s history to race and train smarter
July 14, 2022 04:03 - 32 minutes - 73.8 MBThere’s a saying - If you don’t know your history, then you are bound to repeat it. While it’s a stretch, knowing and understanding successful endurance athletes history might just prove to help you perform better in your life. In this episode we go into the archives and get to hear how Mike Trees got started in his 50 year endurance career (He just turned 60 years old and can still run a 17 min, 5k). Listen on to find out how to train, race and live with purpose for as long as possible o...
How to fall in love with base training and run faster
June 22, 2022 11:46 - 49 minutes - 114 MBImagine you want to bake the worlds best cake. Base training is like making the best sponge cake possible, speedwork is the icing on the cake, too much icing will spoil it, not enough and it’s not so tasty, but in the right balance you have a perfect and delicious cake..... In this article/podcast we’ll tell you everything you need to know about base training and why it’s so important to making you an endurance monster! To find out keep listening on to this episode of trees and dlake. Wha...
How to Keep Running Even When You're Broken (Injury Part 1)
June 08, 2022 07:37 - 23 minutes - 53.2 MBMost people don’t agree on a lot of things in this world. But if you’re a runner or endurance athlete we can all agree that Injuries suck. Whether it’s chronic (aka the pain has slowly been around and you’ve been ignoring it and keep training) Or... acute (aka you twisting your ankle or falling down hard). They suck. But what do you do when you inevitably get injured? First things first when you get injured: You can’t compare yourself to the uninjured version. Don’t compare times, fitne...
The best 4 tips when coming back to running from injury
June 08, 2022 07:37 - 23 minutes - 53.2 MBMost people don’t agree on a lot of things in this world. But if you’re a runner or endurance athlete we can all agree that Injuries suck. Whether it’s chronic (aka the pain has slowly been around and you’ve been ignoring it and keep training) Or... acute (aka you twisting your ankle or falling down hard). They suck. But what do you do when you inevitably get injured? First things first when you get injured: You can’t compare yourself to the uninjured version. Don’t compare times, fitne...
Everything you need to know about run energy systems
May 17, 2022 21:04 - 49 minutes - 114 MBAerobic, Anerobic... adenosine diphosphate phosphocreatin or ATP-PC. These are greek and latin words. They are also all different energy systems that we use in endurance sports (and life). I’ve been in the endurance sport game for 25 years now and it wasn’t until the last few years that I started to get a better understanding of energy systems. In this episode we’ll explain (in simple metaphors and analogies) exactly what they are, when they are used and how you can use them to train and ...
These pro running secrets made me a faster 5k runner
April 19, 2022 06:45 - 25 minutes - 59 MBMentors, advisors, teachers... COACHES. Whatever you call them, they are necessary and critical to our success in relationships, business, and endurance sport training! In this episode I have the honor of being coached directly by Mike Trees as he helped me figure out the best training for me to run a 15:59 5k race. Listen on to find out how a great coach/athlete fit works and how you can train, race and live better on this episode of Trees of DLake. What You Will Learn What kind of key...