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Training advice for serious runners

Paces, periodization, and everything in between.

September 22, 2026·7 min read

Coros Pace 4 Pro: How It Actually Stacks Up Against the Pace 4, Forerunner 570, and Forerunner 970

The Pace 4 Pro just launched at $449 with ECG, a speaker, and real offline maps. Here's how the real spec sheet compares to Coros's own Pace 4 and Garmin's Forerunner 570 and 970.

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September 21, 2026·7 min read

Running Form Fixes That Actually Work (And Why They Work)

Arm drive, posture, head position, hip stability, cadence, here's what actually matters in your running form, explained in plain English instead of kinesiology jargon.

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September 15, 2026·6 min read

Nike Vomero Plus vs. Vomero 18: What Two Pairs and a Week of Real Miles Taught Me

I wore out two pairs of Vomero 18s, then spent a week in the Vomero Plus. Here's the real spec breakdown, what's actually different underfoot, and which one earns a spot in your rotation.

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September 14, 2026·6 min read

How to Prevent Running Blisters and What to Do When You Get One

Running blisters aren't inevitable. Learn how to prevent hot spots with proper shoes and socks, use moleskin and lacing adjustments, and safely care for an active blister.

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September 13, 2026·6 min read

The Research-Backed Case for a Running Shoe Rotation (And When You Don't Need One Yet)

A lot of runners have heard of shoe rotation without ever getting a clear explanation of what it actually is, whether it works, or when you've genuinely earned one. Here is the real research, what it actually shows, and a mileage-based framework for building your own.

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September 10, 2026·6 min read

Apple's New Watches, From a Runner's Perspective

Apple announced the Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12 yesterday. Here's what actually changed for runners, what still doesn't, and why serious runners still mostly reach for Garmin instead.

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