Running power is quickly becoming the new way to train and improve in running. Currently, runners are relying on GPS - a measurement from space - and heart rate, the dial-up broadband of training metrics. Both pace and heart rate serve their purpose as useful metrics, but when GPS signal is poor, or you’re HR isn’t reading correctly, you’re left guessing. In this episode, Dr Will talks about how running power has evolved, what your “power” number represents and how you can get set-up to use running power to train and race more effectively. Three Main Takeaways Get a power meter and start using it Complete the Willo Test (1km & 5km all out) to determine your critical power Look into your Form Power & Form Power Ratio (FPR or FP%) Learn more about running power in our Running with Power Masterclass Visit our new website on PerformanceAdvantagePodcast.com for a 30% off early bird discount on our newest courses: Running with a Power Meter and Mountain Biking with a Power Meter. https://www.performanceadvantagepodcast.com/ ------ Get the whole MASTERCLASS to learn how to use sports science! Using Sports Science to Train More Effectively: https://link.performanceadvantagepodcast.com/course Get the most out of your power meter in 3 simple modules: https://link.performanceadvantagepodcast.com/course PA Podcast YouTube: https://link.performanceadvantagepodcast.com/youtube Follow Dr Matt on Instagram: https://link.mtbphd.com/instagram Follow Dr Will on Instagram: https://link.drwillo.com/instagram Dr Will's YouTube channel: https://link.drwillo.com/youtube Dr Matt's YouTube: https://link.mtbphd.com/youtube Listen to the podcast: http://bit.ly/2ZzgiDV Getting coaching with Dr Will: http://bit.ly/31Ei5s2 Getting coaching with Dr Matt: https://link.mtbphd.com/home