Running with Dr Will

Written by: Dr Will O'Connor
  • Summary

  • How do I predict my marathon time? How long will my ultramarathon take? What are my heart rate training zones? How do I get started with running power? What workouts should I do to run a faster 5km? Should I run with heart rate or pace? Garmin, Coros, Polar, Sunnto, Wahoo, what's the best running watch?

    Welcome to Running with Dr Will. A show for runners who want to get faster using the latest in running science and technology. I break down the science and tech so you can run faster for less effort.

    In each episode, you’ll get actionable, scientifically-backed tactics and strategies to teach you how to add structure, accountability, and specificity to your running using the latest in running science and running technology so that you can enjoy running and smash your next PB. Running faster doesn't have to be hard!

    Hit subscribe now to be notified when new episodes go live.

    To steal my secret formula to running mind-blowing PBs, head to https://link.drwillo.com/stealmyformula

    Dr Will O'Connor
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Episodes
  • My ABCS to Running PBs Training Framework
    Feb 23 2025

    My ABCS training framework was built on years of trial and error, research, and more error.


    Threshold and Zones 'How-To' Guide: ⁠https://drwilloconnor.com/training-zones-how-to⁠


    Use my training methodology for your next race with my fully customizable and integrated training plans. https://drwilloconnor.com/modular-training-plan


    00:00 intro

    00:43 Aerobic Base

    05:00 Consistency

    09:50 Specificity

    15:46 Marathon Training Example

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    24 mins
  • Part Two - My Thoughts On Excessive Carbohydrate Intakes For Running
    Feb 11 2025

    An even more science-backed explanation of my previous podcast and video, "My Thoughts on Excessive Carbohydrate Intakes for Running"

    You can find my training zones "how-to" guide here ⁠https://link.drwillo.com/zones-podcast

    ⁠Keen to work with me? Join my Faster With Data - Run Club. Where runners go to geek out on running. https://drwilloconnor.com/run-club

    00:00 intro

    00:47 Gastric emptying

    02:17 Osmolarity

    04:11 Intestinal glucose transport

    05:48 Muscle glucose transport

    06:52 Fuel at different intensities

    09:43 Relative vs absolute energy output

    12:22 Impact of over 90 g/hr

    18:00 Carbohydrate oxidation in the muscle

    20:50 Conclusion


    #carbohydrates #running #runner

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    22 mins
  • Six Changes That Made Me a Faster Runner
    Jan 29 2025

    I’ve made every mistake on my quest to become a faster runner. These are six of the most impactful changes I’ve made. Threshold and Zones 'How-To' Guide: https://drwilloconnor.com/training-zones-how-to Get my six-phase modular training that adapts to your fitness 👉 https://link.drwillo.com/YT-six-lessons-training-plan 00:00 intro 00:40 Goals to Plans 02:54 Absolute to Relative 05:37 Short to Long Term 07:55 Guessing to Measuring 11:20 Expect to Honest 13:55 Results to Data • Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/21255251 #marathon #running #runner

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    17 mins

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