Running with Dr Will

My ABCS training framework was built on years of trial and error, research, and more error.

Threshold and Zones 'How-To' Guide: ⁠https://drwilloconnor.com/training-zones-how-to⁠

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An even more science-backed explanation of my previous podcast and video, "My Thoughts on Excessive Carbohydrate Intakes for Running"

You can find my training zones "how-to" guide here ⁠https://link.d…

Sports scientists have consistently shown that the mean upper limit of exogenous (supplemented) carbohydrate oxidation rates is 1.5 g/min or 90 g/hr. Yet, we're hearing reports of endurance athletes …

Look who's back! I'm playing around with Spotify's video features. Let's see how it works out.

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Answering a bunch of questions sent through by a client of mine.

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Use my training zones calculator https://link.drwillo.com/calculators

Foll…

A few weeks back, I wrote about how I’m giving up on ultrarunning to pursue a new challenge - running fast. 

What do I mean by “running fast”? My ultimate dream goal is to run under 15min for 5km. I r…

I got a message on Instagram from a guy with a goal of running under 1:50 for the half. He asked if he should adjust his 1:45hr half marathon training plan or leave it the same.

I immediately got anno…

I did it! I used the run-walk method to run my fastest marathon - 2:37:49. I'm seriously struggling to wrap my head around how I walked for 6 minutes and still got a PB. 

How Much Faster Without Walki…

Trying not to walk in a marathon isn't noble. It's potentially detrimental! I've run-walked a 2:45 marathon, and I'm planning to run-walk a lot faster in my next marathon (April 16th, 2023).

My run-wa…

I’ve been getting coached by an AI via the Athletica platform, and as much as it pains me to admit it, my AI coach is really good. 

TL:DR. If you’re a keen data geek interested in training and tech, t…

🛑 Stop ignoring your data ⌚, and start using that expensive wrist computer to optimise your running.

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Heart Rate ❤️‍ running is the easiest way to build your base fitness. Are you using your heart rat…

If you think running more is your answer to your next PB, you are most likely wrong.

79% of runners end up injured AND running more than 65 km (40 miles) per week is associated with higher injury rate…

Here’s what your running probably looks like;

You mentally sign up for an event but don’t actually sign up because that’s a bit too much commitment upfront.

Start training… without a plan. Or try some …

Join me at my LIVE Masterclass - March 13th https://link.drwillo.com/reigniteyourrunning

🏃‍♂️ Runners, have you heard of the difference between Grey Zone, Zone 3, and Junk Miles? If not, you could be …

Join me at my LIVE Masterclass - March 13th https://link.drwillo.com/reigniteyourrunning

Another running event, another heat stroke 💔 As a runner, we all know the feeling of pushing ourselves to our l…

Join me at my LIVE Masterclass - March 13th https://link.drwillo.com/reigniteyourrunning

Tarawera Ultra 102km 2023 - Top 10?

Can I do it? Last year, Tarawera was cancelled due to covid, which was lucky…

I doubt it.

I can almost guarantee you are running too fast rather than too slow.

Everyone thinks that performance comes from hard workouts.

In reality, your best performances are predominantly dictated…

Tapering is always hard. You need to freshen up, but you still have to do some hard workouts so you don't get stale. Otherwise, the race will be too much of a shock to the system. At the same time, y…