Thoughts on Training, Racing, and Building Coached

The Performance Equation

Ben Pulham

Rest is 50 per cent of the equation, yet many hard-working runners believe that more training is the answer to improving performance.

The Performance Equation

Ben Pulham

Rest is 50 per cent of the equation, yet many hard-working runners believe that more training is the answer to improving performance.

How To Avoid Race-Ruining Cramp

Ben Pulham

Andy Blow, the founder of Precision Hydration shares what you can do to avoid race-ruining cramps in your training and racing.

How To Avoid Race-Ruining Cramp

Ben Pulham

Andy Blow, the founder of Precision Hydration shares what you can do to avoid race-ruining cramps in your training and racing.

You Are Carbo-Loaded

Ben Pulham

If you eat a standard Singaporean, Western or Indian diet, it’s likely you are carbo-loaded. You may also be compromising your health and performance.

You Are Carbo-Loaded

Ben Pulham

If you eat a standard Singaporean, Western or Indian diet, it’s likely you are carbo-loaded. You may also be compromising your health and performance.

The Mileage Metric

Ben Pulham

The amount of time you spend running is more important than the number of kilometres you log because it’s the duration of effort that your body senses.

The Mileage Metric

Ben Pulham

The amount of time you spend running is more important than the number of kilometres you log because it’s the duration of effort that your body senses.

The Heart Of The Matter

Ben Pulham

A heart rate monitor is a useful tool for all runners and triathletes. Learn about training zones and calculate your training zones with our HR formula.

The Heart Of The Matter

Ben Pulham

A heart rate monitor is a useful tool for all runners and triathletes. Learn about training zones and calculate your training zones with our HR formula.

You Are Fast Enough

Ben Pulham

Your speed does not limit you; you are limited by your ability to maintain a high percentage of your maximum speed for the duration of your race. Learn more.

You Are Fast Enough

Ben Pulham

Your speed does not limit you; you are limited by your ability to maintain a high percentage of your maximum speed for the duration of your race. Learn more.

Do This! Performance Directives For Endurance A...

Ben Pulham

Sometimes it’s nice when people tell you what to do. Here is everything you can do to improve your endurance performance in the form of directives.

Do This! Performance Directives For Endurance A...

Ben Pulham

Sometimes it’s nice when people tell you what to do. Here is everything you can do to improve your endurance performance in the form of directives.

How To Prepare For A Night Race (Like The Sundo...

Ben Pulham

Night races like the Sundown Marathons have grown in popularity recently. Here’s how you can prepare for these tough races so that you can perform your best.

How To Prepare For A Night Race (Like The Sundo...

Ben Pulham

Night races like the Sundown Marathons have grown in popularity recently. Here’s how you can prepare for these tough races so that you can perform your best.

Lessons On Training, Racing And Life From World...

Ben Pulham

Andrea Hewitt has been one of the most consistent triathletes in the world over the last 10-years. Here’s what she has learned!

Lessons On Training, Racing And Life From World...

Ben Pulham

Andrea Hewitt has been one of the most consistent triathletes in the world over the last 10-years. Here’s what she has learned!

Coached Partners With The KL Marathon

Ben Pulham

Coached partners with Standard Chartered KL Marathon to improve the training experience of their runners.

Coached Partners With The KL Marathon

Ben Pulham

Coached partners with Standard Chartered KL Marathon to improve the training experience of their runners.

How You Can Race Like Eliud Kipchoge Or Javier ...

Ben Pulham

You may never run as fast as Eliud Kipchoge or Javier Gomez but you can race like them, here’s how.

How You Can Race Like Eliud Kipchoge Or Javier ...

Ben Pulham

You may never run as fast as Eliud Kipchoge or Javier Gomez but you can race like them, here’s how.

Training Plans: 5 Reasons You Need One

Ben Pulham

Follow a well-crafted training plan and enjoy these five benefits as your train for your next running or triathlon race.

Training Plans: 5 Reasons You Need One

Ben Pulham

Follow a well-crafted training plan and enjoy these five benefits as your train for your next running or triathlon race.

How To Calculate Heart Rate Zones

Ben Pulham

If you want to train by heart rate, you need to know your heart rate zones. Use our free calculator to establish your heart rate zones the Coached way.

How To Calculate Heart Rate Zones

Ben Pulham

If you want to train by heart rate, you need to know your heart rate zones. Use our free calculator to establish your heart rate zones the Coached way.

What Are The Best Running Surfaces?

Ben Pulham

There are many surfaces you can choose to run over. But which is best? In this article, we share the pros and cons of the most common running surfaces.

What Are The Best Running Surfaces?

Ben Pulham

There are many surfaces you can choose to run over. But which is best? In this article, we share the pros and cons of the most common running surfaces.

4 Common Mistakes That Runners Make After A Mar...

Ben Pulham

Avoid making these four mistakes post-marathon and you’ll recover faster and perform better throughout the rest of your racing season.

4 Common Mistakes That Runners Make After A Mar...

Ben Pulham

Avoid making these four mistakes post-marathon and you’ll recover faster and perform better throughout the rest of your racing season.

A Guide To Kicking Ass In The Singapore Marathon

Ben Pulham

Here’s what you can do between now and race day to freshen up and maximise your fitness in the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon.

A Guide To Kicking Ass In The Singapore Marathon

Ben Pulham

Here’s what you can do between now and race day to freshen up and maximise your fitness in the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon.

How To Run Injury Free

Ben Pulham

So many runners struggle with injury. Here are four specific things you can do to run injury free.

How To Run Injury Free

Ben Pulham

So many runners struggle with injury. Here are four specific things you can do to run injury free.

Be Careful Who You Listen To

Ben Pulham

Training and racing advice is easy to find, and a lot harder to filter. Here’s how to do it.

Be Careful Who You Listen To

Ben Pulham

Training and racing advice is easy to find, and a lot harder to filter. Here’s how to do it.

Why MAF Testing Is Useful (And How To Do It)

Ben Pulham

Developed by Dr Phil Maffetone, the MAF test is a useful test for tracking the development of your aerobic fitness. Here’s how to do it.

Why MAF Testing Is Useful (And How To Do It)

Ben Pulham

Developed by Dr Phil Maffetone, the MAF test is a useful test for tracking the development of your aerobic fitness. Here’s how to do it.

Why Rest Days Are Important (And How to Get The...

Ben Pulham

Rest days are not something taboo. They’re an important part of the training process that fuels consistency and great performance.

Why Rest Days Are Important (And How to Get The...

Ben Pulham

Rest days are not something taboo. They’re an important part of the training process that fuels consistency and great performance.

Blisters, Chafing and Black Toenails. The Ugly ...

Ben Pulham

Blisters, chafing and black toenails are not only ugly, they’re painful and can prevent you from performing at your best. Here’s how to prevent and treat them.

Blisters, Chafing and Black Toenails. The Ugly ...

Ben Pulham

Blisters, chafing and black toenails are not only ugly, they’re painful and can prevent you from performing at your best. Here’s how to prevent and treat them.

Why Mileage Is Important (But Not That Important)

Ben Pulham

There’s more to running fast than the mileage you run. If you fixate on a specific session or weekly mileage target, you may be doing yourself a disservice.

Why Mileage Is Important (But Not That Important)

Ben Pulham

There’s more to running fast than the mileage you run. If you fixate on a specific session or weekly mileage target, you may be doing yourself a disservice.