Insights
Our articles feature regular insights on a variety of topics related to recovery from unexplained underperformance, athlete development, performance optimization, and general well-being, based on the latest research and best practices.
The Post-Season Evaluation Process: A Roadmap for Success
A well-structured post-season evaluation is crucial for setting athletes and teams up for future success. This process goes beyond recovery - it's about reflecting on performance, analyzing strengths and weaknesses, and strategically planning the next season. By systematically reviewing training, competition results, recovery, and team dynamics, athletes and coaches can make informed adjustments to optimize performance and long-term development.
The importance of a training diary
A well-kept training diary isn’t just about logging workout data - it’s the most powerful monitoring tool. By tracking both data and personal insights, athletes and coaches can fine-tune training, prevent setbacks, and build a smarter path to peak performance. Discover why your training documentation is a key for long-term development.
Peaking for the World Championships: Insights for Trondheim 2025
This article explores how top athletes fine-tune their performance in the final weeks, balancing workload, tapering effectively, and maintaining the psychological confidence needed to perform under pressure.
Low intensity training: The most important and most ignored training intensity for endurance athletes
Low-intensity training (LIT) often takes a backseat in discussions about endurance training, yet it forms the backbone of elite athletes’ success. In our latest blog post, we uncover the paradox of LIT: why it’s the most important yet most misunderstood training intensity. From building a robust aerobic base to understanding how "easy enough" can unlock peak performance, we explore the science and practical insights behind LIT.
Deciphering the enigma of intensity zones and the concept of risk management
Understanding intensity in training can be complex due to varying definitions and applications across sports and regions. We introduce these concepts by promoting a shared language and understanding, as demonstrated by the Norwegian Olympic federation's system. We also explore how integrating risk management strategies into training ensures athletes achieve consistent, long-term development by effectively balancing intensity and recovery.
The performance equation: Introducing the key determinants of endurance performance
A comprehensive guide on physiological determinants. We explore key performance determining factors like maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max), fractional utilization, and anaerobic capacity, and explain their impact on endurance performance.
What is a training philosophy?
A training philosophy is an evolving framework that balances scientific principles and empirical strategies to guide athletes' holistic development. This article explores the essential components of a training philosophy with insights from elite Norwegian endurance coaches.
Training Theory: There must be a system to the madness!
Navigating the complexities of training theory can be overwhelming, but having a clear system is essential for achieving athletic success. In this blog post, we break down the fundamental training principles—specificity, progressive overload, periodization, individualization, recovery, reversibility, and continuity—necessary for optimizing performance and avoiding analysis paralysis.