Running faster, rest days, and becoming an expert on yourself
Finding the best running and rehab content on the internet each week so you don’t have to.
What I’m Thinking
I. What else do you have in your mental health toolbox besides exercise?
reading
journaling
meditating
cooking
other hobbies
Exercise is great for the mind.
But relying solely on exercise leaves you vulnerable if it’s taken away.
II. You can get fast with lots of easy running.
You can get really fast with lots of easy running, a few hard efforts, and some plyometrics.
What I’m Reading
Nick Maggiulli on following your curiosity, not theirs:
“That’s when the realization hit me—only the passionate survive.
Because if you aren’t passionate about what you’re doing, you’ll give up. You’ll burn out. You’ll throw in the towel. This is true whether you’re creating content, starting a business, or trying to have a successful career.
I know this sounds cliche, but it’s 100% true. And, as much as I’ve tried to ignore it, this idea keeps finding it’s way back into my life.”
Fish oil claims are often overstated:
“Most research shows that over-the-counter fish oil supplements don’t offer cardiovascular benefits, but that hasn’t stopped marketers from touting them for heart health, a new study shows…
While it’s true people who eat seafood regularly are less likely to die of heart disease, studies have not shown that taking fish oil as a supplement offers the same benefit. Even so, fish oil marketers continue to make health claims that imply a wide range of benefits, according to a study published Wednesday in JAMA Cardiology.”
Siren Amelia Seiler on the Norwegian Model of Training:
“The last thing I would like to say is that there is no perfect recipe for training. Read research articles, learn from successful athletes, listen to what the experts say, but most importantly, learn to become an expert on yourself and how your body responds and adapts to training.
The secrets to a successful training process are: 1) figure out a sustainable volume for you, 2) apply high-intensity training sessions sparingly, 3) LISTEN TO YOUR BODY — and act upon its signals.”
What I’m Liking
Recently, we decided to upgrade some of our kitchenware.
Out with the toxic.
In with the non-toxic.
A few weeks ago, Chef Myles Snider tweeted about investing in ONE high-quality skillet.
So instead of buying the 15-piece set from Costco, we bought this:
We’ve already cooked dumplings, fish, and chicken in it.
It’s great.
If you’re a stainless steel noob like I was, check out this video:
That’s it for this week.
Enjoy your Labor Day Weekend.
p.s.
64 days until I run the New York City Marathon
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