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The Ultra Grail: Redefining My Trail Running Comeback.
Every now and then, I get caught in this mind loop, my trail running comeback goals. This atavistic need to strive for something is so strong within me that as soon as I piece together the shack of my life…
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Achieve Realistic Fitness Goals Midlife: Why Emotional Maturity Matters
What Do You Really Want? Honest Fitness Goals for Midlife At True Grit Fit, we don’t chase social media spectacle. Instead, we ask: what do you really want? What are realistic fitness goals midlife? Many of us in our 40s feel pressured…
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Why Training Doesn’t Work – A Brutally Honest Look at the Other 23 Hours
Ever wondered why you’re training hard but getting nowhere? Why training doesn’t work? This is the anatomy of a day gone wrong. A day when you train — but everything else collapses. Let’s call it what it is: The Worst…
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The Foundation of Sustainable Performance After 40: Sleep. Nutrition. Training.
In today’s world—overloaded with information, tasks, and pressure—only simplicity gives us a real shot at following through with any training plan or physical challenge. Catchy program names, shiny new diets, or hacks may sell well on social media, where novelty…
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When Low HRV Speaks Louder Than Your Ambition
Today was supposed to be a restart. Yesterday was a full day off. No training, no pressure, just food, sun, a little walking. This morning, I went for a super easy jog — short, slow, almost ceremonial. And still… I…
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Overtraining Syndrome: The Hidden Dangers for Amateur Athletes
Overtraining syndrome (OTS), a state where the body struggles to recover from excessive physical stress, is a significant concern not only for professional athletes but also for amateurs. While professionals often have structured recovery plans and support systems, amateur athletes…
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Entering Week 7: Exploring Periodization and Measuring Progress
Entering week 7 of my training, I find myself revisiting a method I haven’t used in years—planned recovery weeks as part of a periodized structure. Until now, my approach relied on constant load progression, often pushing towards “failure.” The 3:1…
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Balanced Fitness: How Strength Training Influences Aerobic Capacity.
Strength training and aerobic endurance have often been seen as opposites in the world of fitness. One builds power and muscle mass; the other develops stamina and oxygen efficiency. Yet, recent insights into the effects of strength training on aerobic…
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Midweek Progression: Balancing Training Intensity and Adaptation
“Advanced Abilities build on Basic Abilities. Short-changing the latter always catches up with you – No foundation, no peak performance.” Wednesdays have become my powerhouse day in the gym. It’s not just another session; it’s when I tackle two critical…
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Hybrid Training Philosophy: Embracing Health and Balance Over Trends.
The beginning of this project brought a rush of excitement—a genuine “hype” moment. It felt like I was finally consolidating years of accumulated knowledge. But as the process unfolded, I realized I was veering into territory that looked suspiciously like…
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Progress Over Perfection – Small Gains with Big Impact
Tracking Progress: Small Gains in Strength and Stability Today’s workout brought some encouraging signs of progress, although it’s still a way to go until my HRV and resting HR are back to optimal levels. That said, I see positive trends,…
