. This means that you have to train your body to combat the rapid onset of fatigue which results from faster anaerobic work. The best way to do this is to run interval sessions. The duration of the repetitions should be short, because you’ll be running at a

in training. On the track, five runners might run along in a line with the front-runner setting the pace and pushing everyone to keep up.  The goal is to go as fast as possible and if you fade, then at least you gave it your best effort.Another big difference

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the best thing that can happen, because nobody takes the rest periods that they're supposed to," says coach and personal trainer Michelle Grainger (www.athleticexcellence.net). If you've neglected training, do this for a fast comeback.Check the time

.Juniors are assigned to a training group depending on their current ability but if they feel like an easier session they're free to change groups. Activities are varied and change depending upon the time of year. During autumn and winter, the emphasis is on endurance

one. Some runners are afraid ever to slow down and allow their bodies to recover from a hard session, long run or race. They push the pace on every run. Many coaches list this as the most common training mistake they see. Why? Because runners assume

miles or add high-intensity speed sessions to your training plan. Such sessions will only put extra strain on your body and hinder rather than help your race preparations. Cross-training As tempting as it might be to channel your energy into other sports

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energised, your brain focused and the rest of your systems firing on all cylinders. "You first need to look at the duration and intensity of the training session ahead," says sports nutritionist Barbara Lewin, who works with cyclists and triathletes