Matthew Martin (Runner)

@runmattrun
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This is my running account. I want to demonstrate one can run faster & train more efficiently on a plant based diet.

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5k23:25
10k47:02
Half-marathon1:46:59
Stravahttps://www.strava.com/athletes/21567664

#WaPo article about "Jeffing", walk-run, as sort of lightweight intervals. With comments from Jeff Galloway

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https://wapo.st/4avlAHh

What is ‘Jeffing’? This walk-run technique can help you get in shape.

The cardio workout offers significant health benefits, even for those who don’t want to run continuously.

The Washington Post
Two sports in one- you can do running and speed skating on the same sidewalks.

I'm going to try Norwegian Halves. That's Norwegian doubles, but I'll be half-half-assing it.

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Signed up for the VA Beach Shamrock Half Marathon.

"5 Tricks to Make Your Run Faster, Healthier and More Fun"

The grumpy old man in me hates the clickbait-y title, but it's an otherwise nice overview of different types of runs (tempo, strides, progression, etc.) and their intent. I wish I had something like this when I was starting out.

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/25/well/move/speed-work-running-exercise.html?unlocked_article_code=1.w08.lnzj.B5e8EoHg-c71 (🎁 article)

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5 Tricks to Make Your Run Faster, Healthier and More Fun

Speed work isn’t just for serious runners. Up your pace just a little for a more efficient workout.

The New York Times
Strava says I can finish this marathon in 5:20, but it is making predictions outside of recent data.
Last marathon today. From now on, half marathons only.

Am I ready for a marathon tomorrow? Nope.

It will be a "fast walk/hike with some running" experience.

Cancer risks for Ultramarathoners.

My armchair snap opinion is this has to do with how long distance runners eat double/triple the food of non-runners and has been suggested as the cause for heart risks with runners... if you eat triple crap, it clogs the arteries 3x.

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/19/health/running-colon-cancer.html?unlocked_article_code=1.k08.pUQl.CbnHKcFqHq46&smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare

Are Marathons and Extreme Running Linked to Colon Cancer?

A small, preliminary study found that marathoners were much more likely to have precancerous growths. Experts aren’t sure why.

The New York Times

Surprising research (to me): Ultra marathon runners live longer.

https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/circ.147.suppl_1.P312

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