Rio Marathon

Milena Lisboa

This past weekend, Rio de Janeiro’s coastline became the stage for one of the biggest running celebrations in Brazil: the Rio Marathon. And for those who were there, you know — it wasn’t just a...

Banned shoes in races: what you need to know

Milena Lisboa

Have you heard of the famous “banned shoes”? These are high-tech models designed to boost performance… but that, surprisingly, aren’t allowed in official competitions. One example? The Superblast 2 by ASICS — great for training,...

Why Is a Running Track 400 Meters Long?

Milena Lisboa

If you’ve ever trained on a track, you’ve probably wondered: why, exactly, is one lap 400 meters? It’s a distance so ingrained in the world of running that we often overlook its origins. But the...

The Dreaded km 35 of the Marathon

Milena Lisboa

In the world of long-distance running, especially marathons, kilometer 35 holds a symbolic place. Anyone who has faced the 42.195 meters knows: this part of the race is one of the most challenging — both...

VO2 Max Altitude Training

Milena Lisboa

What is VO2 Max and Why Should You Care About It? If you've heard of VO2 max but never really understood what it means, don't worry – today we're going to break it down for...

Running with or without power

Milena Lisboa

Running by Power: The New Way to Measure Effort in Running Have you ever thought about quantifying the real effort of your run more accurately? Currently, most runners measure their effort using pace or heart...