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Long-form guides, plan breakdowns, and training insights to help you train smarter and race faster.

10 Common Beginner Running Mistakes and How to Avoid Injury and Burnout
Running
5 min read

10 Common Beginner Running Mistakes and How to Avoid Injury and Burnout

New runners make predictable mistakes that lead to injury and frustration. Avoid the most common pitfalls with these evidence-based strategies for sustainable running.

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kovaa Editorial Team

Endurance Training Specialists

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Garmin Connect vs kovaa: Which Training App Is Better for Runners and Triathletes?
Training Tech
10 min read

Garmin Connect vs kovaa: Which Training App Is Better for Runners and Triathletes?

Garmin Connect excels at data tracking, but kovaa delivers adaptive training plans that adjust to your fitness in real-time. Compare features, coaching, and integrations to find the best fit for 5K to Ironman training.

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kovaa Editorial Team

Endurance Training Specialists

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Half Marathon Training Plan for Intermediate Runners: Breakthrough Your PR
Half Marathon
10 min read

Half Marathon Training Plan for Intermediate Runners: Breakthrough Your PR

A 12-week half marathon plan designed for runners ready to level up their performance with tempo runs, speed work, and smart recovery.

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kovaa Editorial Team

Endurance Training Specialists

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Complete Marathon Training Plan for Beginners: 18-Week Guide to Your First 26.2
Marathon
12 min read

Complete Marathon Training Plan for Beginners: 18-Week Guide to Your First 26.2

Everything you need to know to train for your first marathon, from building weekly mileage to nailing race-day nutrition and pacing strategies.

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kovaa Editorial Team

Endurance Training Specialists

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Dynamic Warm-Up Routine for Runners: Essential Exercises for Injury Prevention and Better Performance
Running
4 min read

Dynamic Warm-Up Routine for Runners: Essential Exercises for Injury Prevention and Better Performance

Skip static stretching and learn the proper dynamic warm-up sequence that activates muscles, increases range of motion, and prepares your body for running.

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kovaa Editorial Team

Endurance Training Specialists

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Couch to 5K: Complete Beginner's Running Plan with Walk-Run Method
5K
7 min read

Couch to 5K: Complete Beginner's Running Plan with Walk-Run Method

Start your running journey with this proven 8-week plan that gradually builds from walking to running a full 5K without injury or burnout.

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kovaa Editorial Team

Endurance Training Specialists

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Strava vs TrainingPeaks vs Runna vs kovaa: Best Training App for Triathlon and Running Plans
Training Tech
9 min read

Strava vs TrainingPeaks vs Runna vs kovaa: Best Training App for Triathlon and Running Plans

Dive into a head-to-head comparison of Strava, TrainingPeaks, Runna, and kovaa to decide which app delivers the smartest training plans for runners and triathletes.

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kovaa Editorial Team

Endurance Training Specialists

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Mastering Base Training: The Foundation of Endurance Running Success
Training
8 min read

Mastering Base Training: The Foundation of Endurance Running Success

Discover why base training is the most crucial phase of your running journey and how to build an aerobic foundation that will carry you through race day.

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kovaa Editorial Team

Endurance Training Specialists

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Half Marathon Training Plan: 12-Week Guide to Your Fastest 13.1 Miles
Half Marathon
13 min read

Half Marathon Training Plan: 12-Week Guide to Your Fastest 13.1 Miles

Ready to conquer 13.1 miles? This comprehensive 12-week half marathon training plan includes structured workouts, pacing strategies, recovery protocols, and race day execution for runners at every level.

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kovaa Editorial Team

Endurance Training Specialists

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