Most runners want to keep track of their pace. Its how we measure many sessions. So what happens to your overall pace when you combine running and walking? You slow down, obviously. But not as much as you might think.The following table shows per
," says Hebert. "I tell my beginner runners to concentrate on the one reason that brought them to running in the first place. A clear focus can work magic on your motivation." Keep track Keeping a written diary is a highly successful way to stick
This extract is from The Runner's World Complete Book of Running by RW USA Editor Amby Burfoot. You can now preview it, free, for two weeks without risk or obligation. All running programmes for beginners are the same: they move you from walking
for an upcoming competition, run at VO2max pace about once a week (During off-season or maintenance periods, you don’t need to do VO2max intervals). Try to run this session on a track, where you can closely monitor distance and pace. A good work-out would be 3
, enjoyable (and effective) way to run. It’s worth a try, isn’t it? Amby Burfoot is Editor of Runner's World US.
