40 Mins Run
Zone 2
The biggest mistake we can make with these recovery runs is running too fast. This will mean when our harder sessions come round we are still fatigued and not able to put enough effort in to make the necessary gains.
Big week, but if you look at the pts they are evenly spread, with a couple of 30pts days, but never really pushing too hard this week. So hopefully having is consistent will help. Any issues let me know. You could do a little bit on the elliptical and drop the stair climber to 20 if you prefer? 20 mins on both equates to the same points. Keep up the great work Lou.
Coach Simon๐
The biggest mistake we can make with these recovery runs is running too fast. This will mean when our harder sessions come round we are still fatigued and not able to put enough effort in to make the necessary gains.
50 Mins Swimming @ Easy Pace (RPE: 3)
Swimming is a great alternative to running and probably the best form of cross training. Have fun!
2km WU @ Easy Pace (RPE: 3)
1km @ 10K Pace (RPE: 7)
200 Metres @ 3K Pace (RPE: 8)
120 Second Recovery
x 5
2km CD @ Easy Pace (RPE: 3)
Another TRC inspired running channel which apparently was the reason one of their presenters got their marathon time down from 3:40 to sub 3:00 ๐ค Hopefully it has the same effect for you.
A good way to boost cardio whilst reducing the risk of injury. The elliptical can tone muscles and improve endurance whilst being gentle on your joints. You might find you have to work quite hard to get your heart rate in Zone 2.
8 x 100 metre Strides (RPE: 8)
60 second recoveries
A chance to really focus on exaggerating perfect running form. Best done before a session or after an easy run. Not a sprint. CLICK HERE for more details.
Start off slowly, don’t worry about pace. Just tick off those minutes and run with a smile ๐
A great form of cross trainer for us runners. Keep that heart rate in Zone 2. You might feel like RPE is higher, as it’s a tough exercise, but a good opportunity to really improve your aerobic engine without the heavy impact of running.