The “Team” of heart, lungs, nerves, brain, etc. Very often in professional sports, a group of very talented individuals is defeated by a group of players of lesser ability who play as a “team”. Each of the training elements in a 5K/10K schedule will help you to...
On the really stressful days, when we don’t feel like running, even a short and gentle run can deliver major relief. Running doesn’t just release stress, it can bestow a relaxed sense of confidence that allows one to meet the challenges that cause the stress. A short...
The main theme of a time-goal program is recovery. If you build enough rest into your program before you need it, your body will be continuously recovering, rebuilding, and adapting for the performance demands of your goal. By preventing extra fatigue and taking extra...
One of my favorite roles is helping runners solve problems. Almost every day I hear from at least one person who has experienced a rebirth of their running joy due to the Run-Walk-Run method. But I also work with runners who get stuck in a rut. Most commonly, a simple...
Question: How fast should I run during my long runs? Answer: I recommend pacing all of the long runs, at least two minutes per mile slower than predicted by the magic mile, adjusted for heat. I’ve not found any pace that is too slow. You’ll receive the endurance based...
Avoid the following: Salt – Salt consumed during the 24 hours before the race will produce blood more concentrated in sodium. Fluid is then taken from muscle tissue and other areas, reducing your capacity for performance through dehydration. Fat – The more...
