Essentials

They not only connect your upper body to your legs, but also give you support and stability. Here you’ll find out how exactly the hip flexors work and what you should bear in mind when training.

For the first time in her career, the former U23 world champion was able to win a cross-country race.

The MTB marathon season is really kicking off. Here’s the most important tips.

...the ideal outdoor temperature for a new best time is surprisingly low?

Some athletes don’t quite achieve the goal of carbo-loading. Learn more about the most common mistakes.

Swiss Athletics is experiencing a real high. Week after week, top performances are being achieved and records are being broken. We talked to the head running coach at Swiss Athletics.

What happens if you don't train during your summer holidays?

It worked on the second attempt. Matthias Schmidig became the superior 100 km Swiss Champion at the Biel Running Days.

If the heart rate cannot be kept in the basic zone during GA1 (basic endurance 1) training when increasing the duration of the load, should the training then be continued with a reduced wattage or increased heart rate?

The weather is getting more and more extreme. We have compiled the most important tips for training and competition.

Poor posture causes uneven tension between the fascia and muscles in the neck. We show you how to correct it.

...there a positive link between sports and mental health, and a generational gap with potentially worrying implications?

The optimal training for your core muscles is functional and as close to your type of sport as possible. Find out how to achieve efficient core stability here.

Who doesn’t know this? You're on your way to achieving a new best time when they suddenly strike: darned muscle cramps! 

Trail running is on everyone's lips. Gabriel Lombriser, national trail running coach, explains why and gives the most important tips.