I’ve moved the runs around a little, change them if it suits you better, but the idea this week is well pull back and do less training so you are getting extra rest in ahead of HHM. There will only be 1 run next week before the half marathon to leave you fresh for the big day. Any problems shout. But keep up the great work Maria.
A good home workout for the legs. No weights needed, but if you do have some that will add to the difficulty. Recoveries around 30-60s. If time is limited then combined two exercises together. So whilst recovering from squats for example you could be doing your calf raises. This could save you as much as 15 mins.
Recoveries: 30-60s. If time is limited then do 2 exercises together and remove the recoveries.
*Each side (double the reps). So 2 x 30 second Side Planks = 4 in total (2 on each side).
10 Mins WU @ Easy Pace (RPE: 3)
60 Secs Uphill (RPE: 8)
90 Secs Downhill (RPE: 4)
45 Secs Uphill (RPE: 9)
75 Secs Downhill (RPE: 4)
30 Secs Uphill (RPE: 9)
60 Secs Downhill (RPE: 4)
x 5
10 Mins CD @ Easy Pace (RPE: 3)
Hills can really build your strength as well as improve your running form. This session is tough but will really help you make big gains. Use the downhill as a light recovery jog, so exact recovery times can be flexible.
“Rest days are key. Our body adapts and gets stronger when we rest & recovery. Have a good one!”
A stretching routine you can do daily to help with your flexibility. 30 seconds for each stretch is plenty.
70 Mins @ Easy Pace (RPE: 3)
Keep the effort level down on these easy runs and focus on good running mechanics.
“Rest days are key. Our body adapts and gets stronger when we rest & recovery. Have a good one!”
Running with others can reduce perceived effort so parkrun is a good option as an alternative speed session. 10 mins easy WU & CD please.
A stretching routine you can do daily to help with your flexibility. 30 seconds for each stretch is plenty.
“Rest days are key. Our body adapts and gets stronger when we rest & recovery. Have a good one!”