The long game

The Brief

Welcome back, Wellworthy readers.

We've all heard it: to get stronger and fitter, you have to train harder. But what if harder isn't actually better?

New research on elite marathoners flips that logic. The fastest runners spend most of their training in what's known as Zone 0 — the ultra-low intensity that feels more like a walk than a workout.

Top athletes know what most of us overlook: progress compounds through consistency, not exhaustion. Today, we're breaking down how to apply that same principle to your routine. 

Here’s what’s inside this issue:

• Why the fastest marathoners train slower than you think

• A Doctor of Physical Therapy's framework for building consistency without burnout

• How Red Bull's turning fitness into a spectator sport

• Vuori drops jeans, On’s new speed shoe, and anti-snoring earbuds

— Here we go!
Jake, Joana & Ash — Team Wellworthy

The Breakdown

When researchers analyzed data from over 150,000 marathoners, they found a paradox: faster runners actually spend more time training at low intensity than their slower peers. 

Time spent on moderate and high-intensity sessions was nearly identical. The difference? Faster runners logged over three times more easy miles, building a massive aerobic base beneath hard efforts. 

Why it matters: Your body can only handle so much high-intensity work before it breaks down. Low-intensity training fills the gaps, strengthening cardiovascular capacity and improving energy efficiency, without adding recovery cost. Over time, that base doesn't replace hard workouts; it amplifies them.

Dr. Dan Giordano, founder of Bespoke Physical Therapy and Medical Advisor to Rally, sees this play out daily. "Consistency is key. You don't need to crush every workout. Showing up regularly adds up over time. Progress isn't about perfection, it's about commitment."

What you can do:

• Dial it down. Mix in low-intensity sessions — brisk walks, light cycling, pilates flows — especially on days you’d otherwise rest. Dr. Giordano recommends mobility work for injury prevention and Pilates for core strength.

• Think long game. Use light activity as your daily foundation, then layer in strength, cardio, and higher-intensity sessions a few times a week.

• Build your base. Think of low-intensity work as the foundation for all fitness. The bigger your base, the more intensity you can handle and benefit from.

The takeaway: Consistency matters more than intensity. For everyday movers, showing up with sustainable, easy effort builds the foundation for lasting fitness.

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Just Dropped

New products and drops spotted → 

Performance & style

Vuori introduced denim — yes, denim. The Vintage Jean in Classic Fit brings the brand's performance DNA to everyday wear with a medium wash and relaxed silhouette. Shop now.

On released Cloudrise Cyclon 1.1, a performance running shoe built for speed and precision with updated geometry for smoother transitions. The catch? It's subscription-only, designed to reduce material waste. Get the details.

Soar released the Nano Jacket in black, a lightweight layer engineered for runners who need packable protection without too much bulk. Shop here.

Brooks drops its Hero Collection on October 10th, exclusively at Academy Sports + Outdoors, featuring limited-edition colorways across one of its most popular running styles. Discover more.

Supplements & nutrition

Ritual launched Natalbiotic™, a microbiome support supplement designed for trying, pregnancy, and postpartum. The OB/GYN-developed formula combines prebiotics and probiotics to support digestive health, vaginal health, and immune development. See the formula.

Shaklee launched Sparkling Protein, delivering 40g of grass-fed whey in a crisp, functional seltzer. It’s essentially hydration meets high-protein, in one can. Get it here.

todo launched a new line of shakes that pair 26g of protein with 6g of prebiotic fiber. The approach targets GLP-1 satiety signals for up to four hours of fullness by balancing both protein and fiber — a balance most protein shakes don't prioritize. Shop here.

Smart health tech

Soundcore launched the Sleep A30, the first sleep earbuds with active noise cancellation. The earbuds block up to 30dB of noise and feature an adaptive snore-masking system, where the charging case monitors snoring in real-time to generate custom audio to counter it. Check them out.

On Our Radar 

What's moving in wellness this week → 

Weighted vests scale up. Life Time named Aion its official weighted vest sponsor across 185+ clubs, joining brands like Equinox (partnered with KILOGEAR) and Orangetheory Fitness (enlisted OMPRPHO) in adding weighted gear to in-gym classes.

Gyms are becoming arenas. Red Bull Gym Clash is turning local gyms into competition venues, complete with spectators and live events. The format ran qualifying competitions globally from May through September, culminating at last week’s World Final in Greece. Fitness culture is shifting from individual workouts to communal experiences. Both competing AND spectating are becoming part of your local gym's ecosystem.

Menopause gets serious research attention. Peloton and Respin Health are launching a study with 500 women to explore how exercise impacts menopause symptoms, signaling a powerful step toward making women’s health a real priority in fitness.