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UESCA Blog

Our blog is a great resource for learning about a wide range of subjects pertaining to endurance sports.

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UESCA Blog

Our blog is a great resource for learning about a wide range of subjects pertaining to endurance sports.

UESCA Blog

Our blog is a great resource for learning about a wide range of subjects pertaining to endurance sports

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9 Running Coaches Share First Marathon Advice

UESCA-certified running coaches share their first marathon advice for athletes, including how long they advise for the longest training run and the importance of sticking to a race nutrition plan.
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Navigating Athlete Questions

As a coach, are you comfortable with all the possibilities of questions you might get? We provide some helpful tips to help you navigate.
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Why Don’t My Clients Work Hard?

If you’re a coach, you’ve likely asked yourself this question. Learn how to better understand your client or athlete so you can maximize the motivation potential.
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7 Running Coaches Share Recommended Cross-Training Workouts for Runners

Supplementing running with other activities is great for strength-building and injury rehab. Here are the top cross-training workouts for runners that coaches recommend.
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10 Tips from Running Coaches on How to Increase Running Endurance

Understanding how to build running endurance is important, and it’s not as simple as increasing the miles you run. Ten running coaches share the most common mistakes they find runners make and what athletes should do instead to increase running endurance.
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8 Running Coaches Share Tips for Beginner Runners on How to Set Running Goals

Running goals keep runners motivated, and coaches can help their athletes identify goals that are challenging yet attainable. Having a growth mindset and focusing on the process are especially important tips for beginner runners.

The Most Boring (and Important) Factor of Success

Whether it be business success or athletic success, it may not be sexy, but it’s likely the single most important factor.

Are We Over ‘Data-fied?’

These days we have no shortage of data but how much of it is actually useful and how should we be applying it? We cover how to identify advantages and pitfalls.

Overtraining Syndrome

Overtraining syndrome is a serious situation and it is critical to understand it and to know the signs and symptoms. Expert contributor Alexandra Coates covers this topic in depth.

Why Masterclass is Wrong

Being popular, well-known, or great at something doesn’t necessarily correlate to being the best instructor or coach. Find out what does.

The Aspect of Endurance Sports Coaching No One Talks About

While coaching is incredibly rewarding and often the fulfillment of a passion, it also is work. Find out how to keep your passion burning bright.
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Caffeine Use in Endurance Sports

Caffeine is well-known as a benefit to performance in many different ways. Find out how it can be used effectively and how it directly impacts athletes.
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