the night before and on the morning of the event, and so on. Then check off each one before you leave for the race.SpeedworkUse an '800' number Yes, even a task as daunting as marathon training can't be simplified by doing Yasso 800s (a regime developed
Speedwork might sound daunting, but scheduling in a spot of speedwork could slash your race times and help you train harder and faster for longer.Whether you're making the step up from run-walk to run-sprint, or a veteran speed demon itching for a
No matter what your race distance, speedwork will help you run more strongly and easily. It’s good to do both long and short speed sessions, though it’s worth adjusting the bias of your sessions towards the particular race you’re training for. Here
have long enough before your race, you can start to add a little speedwork to your schedule once you reach a regular 16-20 miles a week. The benefits of speedwork far outweigh the small amount of time that you put into it, and it works for every level
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. Here are three ways of finding that target, both for speedwork and racing.1. By feelThe best option for beginners. If youre running 400m repetitions on a track, for instance (the ideal venue), simply ask yourself could I complete three more laps
Short and snappy, 5K races are the perfect distance for beginners targeting a first race – but an equally satisfying summer target for a speed-demon with more racing experience. This is the destination for all things 5K – all the schedules, guides
of needing to plan walk breaks on race day.Be patient about introducing speedwork. Wait until youve been regularly running for 30-40 minutes, three or four times a week probably at least 8-12 weeks. Then introduce very small amounts as little as 5
Probably the easiest way to tackle speedwork is to ramp up the pace when you feel good and slow down when you need a break within each workout. This classic workout strategy, called fartlek (Swedish for ‘speed play’), alternates easy and hard
The 5K is a perfect distance for the beginner looking to run their first race. But, given that it’s halfway between middle and long distance, it’s also a notoriously difficult distance for the experienced runner to master. Whichever camp you fall
