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Seems like a good idea

Last post 02-10-2009 6:00 PM by danmanning2007. 4 replies.
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  • 02-05-2009 10:19 PM

    Seems like a good idea

  • 02-06-2009 8:38 AM In reply to

    Re: Seems like a good idea

    Interval training (speedwork) does burn extra calories, but nothing like what is being promised. Plus trying to do that workout six days a week every week will result in burning yourself out. A good rule of thumb is to mix one or two speedwork days into your training regime, and also throw a longer distance day in as well. The changing of paces (faster for shorter distance and slower for longer distance) will work different muscle groups. Additionally, the longer distance runs will raise the metabolism and continue to burn calories long after you have finished the workout. Most importantly though is that you should listen to what your body is telling you, and know when and if you are pushing too hard, or not pushing hard enough. I would recommend runnersworld.com as a good resource for training advice, as they have world-class athletes and trainers on staff to make sure the information they share is very accurate.
  • 02-06-2009 9:34 AM In reply to

    Re: Seems like a good idea

    Yeah I totally agree with that approach. And runnersworld.com is a great site, I know MrsMcbeev checks it almost every day :)

  • 02-06-2009 8:59 PM In reply to

    • Jaeger
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    Re: Seems like a good idea

    It's been my experience that I need to vary my training intensity to improve. Consistent 7:30 mile runs will breed more 7:30 mile runs. Consistent 6:00 mile runs may quickly lead to injury. So, for me I work in two speed workouts a week on Tuesday and Thursday [my short runs]. I run a pace workout on Wednesday [what I hope to run in my big race], then on my long runs on Saturday, I'm running about 30 seconds slower than race pace. I'm using Hal Higdon's training plan and have modified it a bit. So far, I've been really happy with my results and to date haven't had any injuries.

  • 02-10-2009 6:00 PM In reply to

    Re: Seems like a good idea

     I do "sort of" sprints between mailboxes once in awhile.  But rarely.

    But yeah, sounds like it would work.

     

     

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