Running Knowledge Base
91 articles across 11 topics.
Getting Started
New to running or coming back after a break? Start here. Easy pace, RPE, the 80/20 rule, and how to build a foundation without getting hurt.
16 articles
Training Principles
The science behind effective training. Progressive overload, periodization, recovery, specificity, and why your plan is structured the way it is.
14 articles
The Algorithm
How Pacewright makes decisions. Session-load limits, plan adaptation, race predictions, weather adjustments — every formula explained.
13 articles
PT Test Science
Train for the run on test day. Distance-specific training, pacing strategy, taper, heat adjustments, and how to balance unit PT with your own plan.
12 articles
Injury Prevention
How to train hard without breaking down. Training load management, volume caps, warning signs, and what to do when something hurts.
14 articles
Gear
What actually matters and what is marketing. Shoes, watches, treadmills, and heart rate monitors — the science, not the sales pitch.
9 articles
Nutrition
Fueling for runners. What to eat before, during, and after runs. Hydration, weight management, and separating science from fads.
7 articles
Mental Game
The mental side of running. Motivation, consistency, handling setbacks, race-day nerves, and building a sustainable running habit.
6 articles