Balancing Your Running Routine
If you want to improve your running, it's important to mix different types of runs in your weekly training. Here’s a simple guide to help you:
Long Runs (1 time a week):
Try to do these on weekends.
Aim for 20-30% of your total weekly distance.
For example, if you run a total of 40 miles in a week, your long run should be between 8 and 12 miles.
Tempo Runs (1 time a week):
Schedule these in the middle of the week.
Focus on keeping a steady pace that feels tough but manageable.
For example, run hard for 20 minutes.
Intervals (1 time a week):
Do some short, intense running, followed by rest.
For example, run 800 meters (about half a mile) five times at your 5K race pace, with 2 minutes of rest in between each run.
Using this plan will help you get better at running longer distances, increase your speed, and get you ready for races!
Balancing Your Running Routine
If you want to improve your running, it's important to mix different types of runs in your weekly training. Here’s a simple guide to help you:
Long Runs (1 time a week):
Try to do these on weekends.
Aim for 20-30% of your total weekly distance.
For example, if you run a total of 40 miles in a week, your long run should be between 8 and 12 miles.
Tempo Runs (1 time a week):
Schedule these in the middle of the week.
Focus on keeping a steady pace that feels tough but manageable.
For example, run hard for 20 minutes.
Intervals (1 time a week):
Do some short, intense running, followed by rest.
For example, run 800 meters (about half a mile) five times at your 5K race pace, with 2 minutes of rest in between each run.
Using this plan will help you get better at running longer distances, increase your speed, and get you ready for races!