VIDEO DESCRIPTION: Accurately predict your race times using the McMillan Running Calculator Race Times feature. Simply enter a current race time and your goal race time and I’ll show you how to plan your pacing for upcoming races. And, I’ll show you how fast you’ll need to run at other distances to predict you…
VIDEO DESCRIPTION: Gotta hit the treadmill? Learn my secrets to success including: – How much to adjust the incline to replicate the effort of overland running, – Are you a pusher or a puller? – Treadmill lag – what it is and how to account for it. In this quick video, you’ll learn everything…
VIDEO DESCRIPTION: We all have those days when we have an important workout scheduled but just don’t feel good. What should you do? In this video, I walk through the 3 main options for when you are scheduled for an important workout and may need to stop. RESOURCES: Here are some other resources for…
I love the 5K. It’s such a great race, requiring speed and stamina plus a hefty dose of racing IQ and mental toughness to run your best. And I’ve been lucky. I’ve coached 5K runners running just over 13 minutes as well as runners for whom finishing 3.1 miles never seemed possible. (Plus, I’ve even…
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One Eighty A few years ago, it was stated that pro runners have a cadence (steps per minute) of 180 and so all runners should run at a cadence of 180. Additionally, it was stated that a low cadence caused injuries (due to over-striding) so another reason to run with a higher cadence was to…
Double your pleasure. Double the fun. Maybe it’s time you tried a double run. Running twice in a day (called a “double”) was once considered only the domain of elite runners. Not anymore! I use doubles in many situations, some that may even surprise you. If you fit any of the ones outlined below, give…
Tired of slowing down at the end of races? Never again! Using physiology, psychology, sports nutrition and neuroscience, you can fix the fade forever. In this article, you’ll learn techniques to apply to your training so you have more power late in your races and you’ll also learn techniques to use within the race itself…
VIDEO DESCRIPTION: Build a customized training cycle using my training plans. I’ll show you the easy way to sequence or “stack” plans together to build the perfect training plan for your goal(s). RESOURCES: This article series describes how I recommend sequencing training plans to build a full training cycle: https://www.mcmillanrunning.com/build… Here is my Training Cycle…
How long should your longest long run be when training for a marathon? It’s a common question so I thought I’d provide my advice. +/- 3:00 marathoners If you plan to run three hours or faster for your marathon, then my recommendation for your maximum long run is: Maximum long run = [Marathon time] up…