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Training Tips

Follow our blog for productive tips and stories from the Kaizen community.

Tigst Assefa on her way to a world record at the Berlin Marathon

Sep 11, 2025

Berlin Marathon takes off in just over a week. Check out 6 inspiring performances from the worlds greatest endurance athletes across the marathon distance

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Sep 11, 2025

How to fuel your training runs as a marathon runner. Some tips and tricks to help you stay energised and deliver high performance. Hint: it involves carbs!

runner running top tips

Sep 9, 2025

how to run your first (or 10th) marathon with expert tips on pacing, fuelling, and preparation. Avoid common mistakes, train smarter, run faster.

Josh running really fast in a marathon

Sep 4, 2025

Data-backed list of Europe’s 12 fastest marathons. Compare average times, sub-3 depth, entry fees, travel costs, and booking dates to lock in your next PB.

Choose your own risk/reward tolerance

Sep 3, 2025

New study of 5205 runners shows injury risk spikes when a single run exceeds your 30-day ceiling. Learn to balance risk vs reward and train smarter with Kaizen.

Aug 9, 2025

Run stronger with the Kaizen method—discover 25 best foods and drinks to eat before running, plus expert tips on timing, portion size, and what to avoid.

Making Running Fun

Aug 19, 2024

New to running? Learn simple tips to enjoy it more—slow down, track progress, run in nature, jog with friends, and take the pressure off.

A guide to pre-race fuelling

Sep 22, 2023

Master pre-marathon fuelling with simple carb-loading tips. Learn what, when, and how much to eat to fill glycogen stores and maximise race-day energy.

Overachieving in training

Jul 6, 2023

Finished your Kaizen doughnut? Learn when to add extra runs, balance recovery, and stay consistent without risking injury or burnout.

Adding Speed Workouts

Jun 28, 2023

Ease into speed work with legendary Aussie workouts Deek’s Quarters and Mona Fartlek—simple, flexible sessions to build confidence and fitness.

Running best practices

May 11, 2023

Maximise your Kaizen training with simple principles: consistency, distance, smart rest, long runs and speed work—without stressing the small details.

Race Day Clothing

Apr 22, 2023

Choose the right race-day clothes: stay cool, avoid chafing, wear tested gear and fast shoes. Comfort and preparation make all the difference.

Training for hot-weather races during winter

Mar 1, 2023

Train smart for hot-weather races even in winter. Discover heat-adaptation tips—saunas, layers, holidays—that boost performance when race day heats up.

How to use Kaizen

Feb 3, 2023

Kaizen adapts to your life, focusing on training load over strict paces or distances. Flexible, simple, and effective—just fill the doughnut.

How does Kaizen’s doughnut actually work?

Jan 6, 2023

Kaizen’s training doughnut adapts distance to pace, giving you a flexible, smart training load target to hit your race goals with ease.