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Straight Talk on Carbon-Plated Running Shoes

February 9, 2026|Mike Evans

If you’ve been running for a while, you’ve definitely heard the buzz: carbon plates, super shoes, free speed. Some people swear by them. Others say they’re overrated. The truth — like...

The 3 Best Lifting Exercises to Gain Speed in the 5K

February 2, 2026|Mike Evans

If you want to run a faster 5K, mileage alone won’t cut it. Speed comes from force production—how much power you can put into the ground with each stride, and how...

Two Supplements That Actually Work.

January 28, 2026|Mike Evans

Alright, real talk. So many supplements are nonsense. Fancy labels, wild promises, empty wallets. A huge percentage of what people “feel” from supplements is straight-up placebo—and that’s not even controversial. If...

Why Do Functional Training?

January 25, 2026|Mike Evans

If your training lives in neat little boxes—run days and lift days—you’re leaving gains on the table. The body doesn’t move in isolation in real life or sport. It moves...

Balancing Cardio and Strength Training

January 22, 2026|Mike Evans

How to Balance Cardio and Strength Training (And What Actually Works) If you’ve ever wondered whether cardio is killing your gains—or if lifting weights is slowing down your endurance—you’re not...