Why running faster is not always better: 16 weeks for a faster marathon
From the book "16 weeks for a faster marathon", with author's permission. Ask for your free copy in RunnersConect here +RunnersConnect Breaking the speed limit in a car is illegal, and it should be illegal in running workouts, too. In a runner’s mind faster is always better, and any run that is longer or harder than prescribed is considered an achievement. However, if you’re following RunnersConnect’s or your coach’s training, running faster or longer than prescribed might actually be detrimental to your potential success at your goal race and your long-term progression. Each workout, recovery run and rest day in our training plans has a specific purpose. To maximize the effectiveness of each run and to make the absolute most out of every mile, it’s important that you adhere to pace guidelines. Here’s a quick rundown of common running workouts and why breaking the speed limit is a bad idea: Why running faster during tempo runs is detrimental When you ...