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Jacob Simonsen shares his rehab ups and downs as the Danish record holder for 10k, half marathon, and marathon recovers from overuse. This is the first article in the series.

Read Jacob Simonsen's three tips on avoiding and preventing injuries. The tips are from the Danish record holder in 10km, half marathon, and marathon's reflections during an injury period.

Read Jacob Simonsen's five tips on best increasing your volume and avoiding overload.

Read why Jacob Simonsen suggests slowing down to become a better runner

Forget about one perfect running shoe – do like Jacob Simonsen (10K: 28.16 & marathon: 2.07.51), and create a shoe rotation to enhance comfort and track progress in your training

How to best build a new habit and start running?

What happens if you push too hard at an altitude camp?

Read about a full training week at a camp in South Africa, and how to clock 195 km in running shoes in one week.

Why do elite runners go to altitude training camps? What are the benefits and drawbacks? Jacob Sommer Simonsen has gone to train in South Africa and explains why here.

What should you be extra aware of in the cold, wet, and dark season? The Danish marathon record holder, Jacob Sommer Simonsen, shares his best tips here.

It's crucial to maintain summer training during winter. Danish marathon record holder, Jacob Sommer Simonsen, shares tips on staying motivated through winter.

Jacob Sommer Simonsen shares his top tips for getting back into running after a marathon.

How should you train, what should you eat, how much should you move? Here you get the Danish marathon record holder, Jacob Sommer Simonsen's, recipe.

It's crucial to practice energy intake and ensure you get enough energy during your performance.

See how to set training zones on your Garmin watch, step by step.

Almost every world record for long distances has been broken since the introduction of the new modern super shoe. But how much influence does the super shoe have? And what is the purpose of this new generation of shoes?

Pronation is a word that divides opinion among runners. The general consensus is that pronation is linked to something negative and that running shoes can only be purchased when your running style has been analyzed. There is a belief that if the running shoe doesn´t fit into the analysis, you will get injured. But is there scientific proof that you will get injured from pronation?

Are you one of those who want to start running? In this article, we've gathered some great tips on how to get started in the best way.

Would you like to work out less without getting out of shape? Here you can read more about how to approach it?

Read here to ensure you are perfectly ready at the start line for your next half marathon. There are many things to consider with this legendary distance, but here we help you to keep track.

The resting heart rate is one of the simplest measurements you can take as a runner. Learn what it tells you and how to use it actively in your training.

In order to give you a little inspiration, in this article I would like share some of my thoughts about how I plan to prepare for the upcoming world championships in trail running, which is set to take place in November 2022 in Thailand.

It is by no means a coincidence that taking part in the 42 km long Berlin Marathon is on the wish list of many runners. The route is flat as a pancake and has been home to many world records and personal bests from all over the world. The same weekend that Eliud Kipchoge cut 30 seconds off his own world record, I also tried my hand at running the world's fastest marathon route.

Ulrik Pihl completed his 1000th marathon on the 25th of September! This makes Ulrik the 30th man and only 42nd person in the world to have completed 1000 marathons. Read Ulrik's entire story here.

Is pronation good or bad? Does it matter for your shoe choice? In this article, we review the latest knowledge on the topic!

Are you interested in forefoot running? Does forefoot running offer advantages in comparison with heel striking? Read the article.

The wall. Just the thought is enough to make any marathon runner tremble. Apart from injuries, it is the worst thing that can happen to you when running a marathon. But what is it? And how can you avoid hitting it? I will answer these questions in this article.

Want to optimize your running style? Is it even possible?

Learn more about interval training right here in this article.

In this article, get 3 great tips for your half marathon. 3 tips you've likely never heard before.