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

of speedwork. Speedwork. That is against the principles of the baggy shorts brigade. We don't do speedwork. Never mind, it will do no harm to learn about it.We got to the park, and the lesson began. On a 50-metre stretch, just practising the basics. "Lean

Remember these 10 tips when you start adding the fast stuff to your running programme:1. Graduate from basic training If you’re a novice runner, you need at least three to four months of building up before starting speedwork. Meaning? You should

Q. I’m a novice runner and I am working my way up to 30 minutes of running at 12-minute/mile pace. I plan to stick at 30 minutes for one month, then start adding some speed before a 5K. What would be the best speedwork for me?A. Begin your

Speedwork is the single most effective way to move your running up a gear, once you've been training for half an hour three or four times a week for a month or two.It helps you to run smoother, faster, stronger and with less effort - not just

Warming up before a race or a speedwork session should mean more than just a 10-minute trot. Gentle running will get the blood flowing, but to avoid that heavy-legged sensation in the opening mile of the race, or the first few repetitions of your

Q I feel nauseous every time I do speedwork. I have even been sick a couple of times. Am I pushing my body too hard or is this just an aspect of speedwork I need to become used to?A Nausea during high intensity training is a common problem

Yes, I know, you don’t do speedwork. You run for fun, relaxation and fitness, not to induce pain. You’ve seen those interval training articles before, but you turn over the page because that just isn’t what you and your running are about. You

fitness and race performances. Speedwork is not for you if you’re a total beginner. But once you’ve progressed to running 30-40 minutes or more, three or four times a week, you’re ready to start easing into it in the form of gentle fartlek (short, slightly

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