Matteo Sargenti

He is the founder of The Running Week, a runner, and a lifelong sports enthusiast dedicated to sharing practical advice, inspiring stories, and evidence-based training tips.

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Julianne Moore's Secret Workout? Walking Backwards Uphill for Better Brain Health, Balance, and Core Strength

At 64, Julianne Moore swears by a weird fitness trick: walking backwards uphill. Here is the science behind it and why runners should try it.

Exercise Outperforms Medication and Therapy for Depression and Anxiety, According to a Study of 128,000 People

A landmark review of 128,000 people found exercise is 1.5x more effective than medication or therapy for depression and anxiety. Here is what runners should know.

What Downhill Running Really Does to Your Body (And How to Adapt)

Downhill running feels easier than uphill, but it wrecks your quads at the cellular level. Here is what the science says about eccentric muscle damage and how to build resilience.

At 71, This Grandmother Is Outperforming Most 20-Somethings in HYROX After Treating Cancer as Just Another Obstacle

At 71, Debbie Leahy is ranked fourth in the world in HYROX after surviving breast cancer. Her training, mindset, and daily habits explain how she outperforms athletes half her age.

This 98-Year-Old Does 40 Push-Ups Every Single Day – Here’s the One Rule He Swears By

At 98, Bill Kober cranks out 40 push-ups every single day. His unusual technique cue reveals why full-body tension is the difference between a strong push-up and a broken one.

Runner's Trots on Race Day: Why Your Gut Fails Under Pressure and How Elites Prevent It

Up to 90% of distance runners experience gut distress on race day. Here is the physiology behind it, why FODMAPs matter, and the elite strategies that prevent mid-race disasters.

Jeannie Rice: The 77-Year-Old Marathon World Record Holder With the VO2 Max of a 25-Year-Old

At 77, Jeannie Rice holds marathon world records and has the highest VO2 max ever recorded for a woman over 75

Iron Deficiency in Runners: Why Female Runners Are at Higher Risk

Learn the symptoms, why female runners are at higher risk, and how to test, treat, and prevent it.

Running With Your Dog: A Complete Guide to Distance, Heat Safety, and Training

Running with your dog is great for both of you, if you do it safely. Learn breed limits, heat rules, training progressions, and gear that protects both of you.

Race Morning Routine: Exactly What to Do in the 2 Hours Before the Gun

Nervous about race day? This 2-hour pre-race routine covers fueling, hydration, gear checks…

Fall Marathon Training Starts Now: Your July to October Roadmap

A fall marathon in October or November means training starts this July. Here is the week-by-week roadmap covering base, build, peak, and taper.

Running Shoe Rotation: How Many Pairs Do You Actually Need?

Rotating running shoes can lower injury risk and extend the life of every pair. Find out how many shoes to own, when to switch, and what each pair should do.