Running with Dr Will

Dr Will O'Connor
Running with Dr Will

How do I predict my marathon time? How long will my ultramarathon take? What are my heart rate training zones? How do I get started with running power? What workouts should I do to run a faster 5km? Should I run with heart rate or pace? Garmin, Coros, Polar, Sunnto, Wahoo, what's the best running watch? Welcome to Running with Dr Will. A show for runners who want to get faster using the latest in running science and technology. I break down the science and tech so you can run faster for less effort. In each episode, you’ll get actionable, scientifically-backed tactics and strategies to teach you how to add structure, accountability, and specificity to your running using the latest in running science and running technology so that you can enjoy running and smash your next PB. Running faster doesn't have to be hard! Hit subscribe now to be notified when new episodes go live. To steal my secret formula to running mind-blowing PBs, head to https://link.drwillo.com/stealmyformula

  1. 03-07-2023

    Leveraging the Power Duration Curve to Evolve from an Ultramarathoner to a Track Beast

    A few weeks back, I wrote about how I’m giving up on ultrarunning to pursue a new challenge - running fast.  What do I mean by “running fast”? My ultimate dream goal is to run under 15min for 5km. I ran 8:54 for 3km a couple of years ago, so I think (hope) I have the potential for a sub15 performance. I just need to hold the same pace for an extra 6min…. As I transition away from being an ultra-marathon runner to a track athlete, I find myself delving into the realm of anaerobic work capacity, critical power, and the power duration curve. Anaerobic work capacity refers to the physiological ability to perform high-intensity activities that heavily rely on anaerobic energy systems, specifically the phosphocreatine and glycolytic pathways, which generate energy without the need for oxygen. It plays a crucial role in shorter-duration races, such as track events, where explosive bursts of power and speed are paramount. Read the full blog - https://www.drwilloconnor.com/blog Use my training zones calculator https://link.drwillo.com/calculators Follow me on Instagram (DMs welcome) - https://www.instagram.com/drwilloconnor Stalk my training on Strava - https://link.drwillo.com/strava-profile Links and resources to help your running. 1. Steal my formula for smashing mind-blowing running PBs FOR FREE! https://link.drwillo.com/stealmyformula 2. Buy one of my $59 DONE-FOR-YOU Training Plans. https://link.drwillo.com/leadtrainingplans 3. Head to https://link.drwillo.com/courses to check out my “Run Faster with Data” course.

    18 min
  2. 20-04-2023

    2:37 Run-Walk Marathon (new PB) - Walking Isn't Cheating (Part Two)

    I did it! I used the run-walk method to run my fastest marathon - 2:37:49. I'm seriously struggling to wrap my head around how I walked for 6 minutes and still got a PB.  How Much Faster Without Walking? After the race, the most common question/comment was, “Imagine how fast you would’ve run if you didn’t walk!”.  I've put a lot of thought into how much faster I could have run in this alternative universe where I didn't walk. Unfortunately, the answer is more complex than 3:52 min. Which is the amount of time I "lost" to running.  The thing is, I’m not losing time by walking. I’m conserving energy. Time is constant. You can’t save time or lose time. Time is never in your control. However, energy is controllable. You can store it, spend it, or transfer it. When running a marathon, the critical variable you have to control is your energy output. Suppose energy output rather than time (or pace) is the critical variable in marathon performance. In that case, we should look at the maximal potential energy output across the 42.2 km rather than the maximal sustainable pace, which is a product of your energy usage. Run-walk Training Bundle. Six Training Plans and a Webinar for just $49nzd!! - https://link.drwillo.com/run-walk-bundle Performance Advantage Podcast Run-walk episode - https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/hEhn9sE59yb Run-walk calculator - https://www.drwilloconnor.com/run-walk-marathon-calculator My Run-walk marathon Strava file - https://www.strava.com/activities/8897451650 Read the full blog - https://www.drwilloconnor.com/blog Follow me on Instagram (DMs welcome) - https://www.instagram.com/drwilloconnor Stalk my training on Strava - https://link.drwillo.com/strava-profile Links and resources to help your running. 1. Steal my formula for smashing mind-blowing running PBs FOR FREE! https://link.drwillo.com/stealmyformula 2. Buy one of my $59 DONE-FOR-YOU Training Plans. https://link.drwillo.com/leadtrainingplans

    18 min

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How do I predict my marathon time? How long will my ultramarathon take? What are my heart rate training zones? How do I get started with running power? What workouts should I do to run a faster 5km? Should I run with heart rate or pace? Garmin, Coros, Polar, Sunnto, Wahoo, what's the best running watch? Welcome to Running with Dr Will. A show for runners who want to get faster using the latest in running science and technology. I break down the science and tech so you can run faster for less effort. In each episode, you’ll get actionable, scientifically-backed tactics and strategies to teach you how to add structure, accountability, and specificity to your running using the latest in running science and running technology so that you can enjoy running and smash your next PB. Running faster doesn't have to be hard! Hit subscribe now to be notified when new episodes go live. To steal my secret formula to running mind-blowing PBs, head to https://link.drwillo.com/stealmyformula

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